Prolongations

This is extending/lengthening or stretching a consonant or vowel sound in a word (e.g. “I waaaaaa—–nt to go outside to play”). This may occur anywhere in the word.

Blocking 

This is where your child is unable to produce a sound at all. There is stoppage of airflow. It appears like there is a short period of silence or silent struggle. Your child may still try to speak but struggles to get the word out. Generally blocking occurs at the beginning of a word or sentence.

Some children may also experience additional features that accompany their stutter which may include: 

• Display struggle or tension in their facial features.
• Demonstrate additional body movements, such as increased eye blinking, head tilting.
• Avoid particular sounds, words or talking situations.