When should I expect first words? Great question — and one we get a lot. ✨ Most babies say their first real word between 10–15 months. By 12 months, we’re usually looking for at least one meaningful word — but if it’s not there yet, it might just mean they’re still building the foundation. 💬 First words might be: ✅A word for someone special, like “mama” or “dada” ✅A fun sound (“woof” for dog) ✅A word only you understand (like “baba” for bottle) ✅Or an approximation of a word (like “wawa” for wa