Elise Solé / Lifestyle Reporter

Elise Solé

Lifestyle Reporter

Experienced writer and editor specializing in parenting and pop culture for TODAY audience, former New Yorker living in Los Angeles who loves true crime shows, gummy candy, running, and spending time with family

FamilyWhy Babies Say 'Mama' or 'Dada' Instead of 'Say'

Discover why babies say 'mama' or 'dada' when prompted instead of imitating 'say'. Learn about phonetic simplicity, cognitive development, and first word patterns.

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