If you suspect that your child is developing a stutter despite all your support, the National Stuttering Association (http://www.nsastutter.org) can help. The organization offers information, help and support to those who stutter, as well as their families and friends. It helps raise awareness and understanding of stuttering from both a public and professional perspective. Their "Preschool Children Who Stutter" booklet provides helpful advice for parents and family members who are concerned about their children's speech. It details current information about stuttering and discusses a variety of treatment options that are available to children who stutter.
The NSA can also provide you with details of stuttering specialists in your area . Stuttering specialists are speech-language pathologists who have been recognized by the Specialty Board on Fluency Disorders (http://www.stutteringspecialists.org) as having achieved advanced training and clinical skill for working with people who stutter and their families. A list of board-recognized specialists in fluency disorders can be found on the SBFD website.
If there is no board-recognized specialist in your area, the NSA can still work with you to find the help your child needs. The NSA maintains a list of clinicians who have demonstrated their commitment to helping children who stutter, either by participating in the NSA's continuing education program or by attending an NSA annual convention.
Last Word
Remember, early intervention is the key to preventing persistent stuttering. So if your child is having speech problems, don't just ignore them and hope for the best. Help him speak out.