1 Gaudy plumage of males is unmistakeable. 2  Smaller, stocky duck with helmeted appearance. 3  Long tail. Â©  Christopher L. Wood, Colorado, June 2012.
Communication - What might my toddler do? Understanding language is far more important to your toddler than actually speaking it. Once they really understand, they will communicate with you. Your toddlerâs first words are almost always labels (ie: names for people, animals) or other things that are important to them.
And when you have a better understanding of why your child isn't talking, you can learn ways to encourage speech development. Here are a few general tips to use at home: Spend a lot of time communicating with your child, even during infancy â talk, sing, and encourage imitation of sounds and gestures.