When Should You Consider Getting a Diagnosis for Your Child? As a parent, it can be hard to know when your child needs extra help or if they’re just going through a phase. However, there are certain signs of delays that might indicate it’s time to seek a professional diagnosis. Getting a diagnosis early can ensure your child gets the support they need to grow and thrive. Here’s how to know when to take that step. 1. Missing Important Milestones Children grow and develop at their own pace, but there are some general milestones they should reach by certain ages. If your child isn’t hitting these milestones, it might be worth talking to a professional about the delays. Talking: By 18 months, most children can say about 10-20 words. By age 2, they should start putting two words together, like “want juice.”. By age 3, they will begin to answer questions from adults about ‘who’, ‘what’ and ‘where’. If your child isn’t doing this, it could be a sign of...