Supporting Your Child’s Speech and Language Growth: A Guide for Phnom Penh Families

Speech and language development is one of the most important parts of a child’s early learning journey. It impacts how children express their needs, build relationships, and understand the world around them. At OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh, we work closely with families to monitor speech and language milestones and provide expert support when needed.

In the image above, a family consults with a professional—highlighting how collaboration between parents and therapists is key to a child’s communication success.

What Is the Difference Between Speech and Language?

While they’re often used interchangeably, speech and language are distinct areas of development:

• Speech is the physical production of sounds and words (articulation, voice, fluency).

• Language is the understanding and use of words to communicate ideas (vocabulary, grammar, sentence structure).

Both are essential for learning, social interaction, and academic readiness.

Signs Your Child May Need Speech Therapy

If your child is struggling with communication, early intervention makes a big difference. Common red flags include:

• Not speaking any words by 18 months

• Difficulty forming sentences by age 3

• Unclear speech that’s hard to understand

• Trouble understanding directions

• Limited vocabulary or delayed language milestones

• Frustration when trying to communicate

How OrbRom Center Supports Language Growth

At OrbRom Center’s speech therapy program in Phnom Penh, we use individualized, play-based approaches to build strong communication skills in children of all ages. Our therapists work with families on:

• Articulation practice for clearer speech

• Language-building activities to improve vocabulary and sentence structure

• Social communication for turn-taking, eye contact, and conversational skills

• Alternative communication tools for children who are nonverbal or minimally verbal

Partnering with Parents: Your Role in the Process

Parents are a child’s first teachers. Our therapists involve caregivers in every step of the therapy journey—offering strategies to use at home and celebrating every small win together. Whether it’s reading aloud, singing, or simply naming objects during daily routines, your support accelerates your child’s progress.

Services Available at OrbRom Center Phnom Penh

Speech therapy is just one of our many services to support your child’s development. We also offer:

• Developmental Assessments to evaluate speech, language, and overall development

• Occupational Therapy for children with sensory, motor, or behavioral challenges

• Special Needs Intensive Intervention for those requiring a structured, multi-disciplinary approach

• Preschool Programs designed to integrate therapy and early education for children with learning needs

Concerned about your child’s communication development? Let OrbRom Center in Phnom Penh help you navigate speech and language growth with expert care, guidance, and ongoing support.

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