What should you do if my child is not talking at 2 years old?

Here are some things you can do if your child is not talking at 2 years old:

- Talk to your child's doctor. Your child's doctor can rule out any medical problems that could be causing the speech delay.

- Get your child's hearing checked. Hearing loss can also cause a speech delay.

- Start speech therapy. Speech therapy can help your child learn to talk and develop their language skills.

- Encourage your child to talk. Talk to your child as much as possible, and encourage them to talk back. Read to your child often, and point out things in the world around them.

- Be patient. Learning to talk takes time. Be patient with your child, and don't get discouraged if they don't start talking right away.

Additional tips:

- _Make eye contact with your child when you talk to them._ This helps them to focus on your face and mouth, which can help them learn how to speak.

- _Speak slowly and clearly._ This makes it easier for your child to understand what you are saying.

- _Use simple language._ Avoid using complex words or phrases that your child may not be familiar with.

- _Praise your child when they talk._ This will encourage them to keep trying.

- _Be patient and supportive._ Learning to talk takes time, so be patient with your child. Don't get discouraged if they don't start talking right away.