There are several internal and external disruptors that can affect a child's speech fluency. Caregivers play a key role in helping to reduce external and environmental demands. Below are some ways to begin supporting your child's stuttering.
1. Keep a routine
children thrive on knowing what to expect and anticipate what happens next
if there is a change in your routine, prepare your child as much as possible
2. Actively listen to your child’s message
give your child your full attention
it’s important to acknowledge what your child is saying, not how it is being said
3. Take turns!
turn taking is an important part of a conversation that reduces the need to compete as every participant will have a chance to express themselves
allow your child to complete his thoughts without being interrupted
practice turn taking while playing games
4. Model slow speech using simple sentences and many pauses
5. Avoid saying “take a deep breath” or “take your time”
stuttering is involuntary and out of your child’s control
taking a deep breath may cause more tension
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