Children in Malaysia and in many other countries around the world today, grow up speaking at least two languages. Consultant developmental paediatrician Dr Rajini Sarvananthan explores language in children and whether multilingualism confers benefits on their development.

Produced by: Tee Shiao Eek

Presented by: Meera Sivasothy

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Tags:  multilingual,  language,  mother tongue,  speech development,  The Bigger Picture,  Health and Living,  Health