My lo is 16 mo and doesn't really talk at all. She has said mama and dada since 8 mo but that's it. She also does not answer questions yes/no with head shake/nod. I haven't been particularly anxious or worried and I'm still not, but we are starting to have a lot more tantrums that are clearly related to me not knowing what she wants. So at this point I'd really like her to be able to communicate a bit!

I've tried teaching her signs and she doesn't get it. And I talk to her constantly. So I don't know that there is much more I can do but wait (although if you have suggestions I'll listen).

Mostly I'm looking for other peoples experiences with their later talkers-- when did they finally start and how did you cope with tantrums in the meantime. It's been a long frustrating morning for both of us.