Speech Therapy for Kids: A Parent's Guide
Speech Therapy for kids is crucial for their development. Discover expert insights, tips, and resources in our comprehensive Parent's Guide, helping you effectively support your child's communication journey.
Does My Child Need Speech Therapy: Easy Quiz for Parents
Curious about speech therapy for your child? Our Easy Quiz for Parents is here to help. Quickly gauge if your child might benefit from speech therapy. Explore signs, gain insights, and make informed decisions to support their communication journey.
When to Start Speech Therapy: A Guide for Parents
Communication is a fundamental aspect of our lives, but for some children, speech and language development may not progress as expected. In these cases, speech therapy can make a significant difference. This article explores when to start speech therapy, the importance of early intervention, and how parents can identify the need for professional support.
Speech Therapy At Home: 15 Useful Tips For Parents
Are you looking for ways to support your child's speech therapy from the comfort of your own home? Look no further! From simple games and activities to playtime and storytelling, we've got you covered. Start making a difference in your child's speech therapy journey today!
How to Find a Speech Pathologist: Your Comprehensive Guide
Finding a speech pathologist can be daunting, but this guide simplifies the process. From understanding your needs to evaluating therapists and exploring therapy settings, it equips you to embark on a successful journey toward improved communication and confidence. So take a breath, reflect on your goals, and find your ideal speech therapist!
Speech Delay vs. Autism Spectrum Disorder: What's the Difference?
Does your child have a speech delay? Or are you concerned they might have Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Learn more about the differences between speech delay and autism and how you can help your child communicate more effectively today!
Speech Therapy for a Teenager
Is your teenager experiencing communication difficulties? Learn more about how you can provide speech therapy at home and teach your teen to communicate with confidence!
Receptive and Expressive Language Disorders
A child with a receptive language disorder may have difficulty understanding written or verbal language. A child with an expressive language disorder may have trouble speaking and expressing thoughts or feelings. We explain these language disorders in detail and provide you with the information you need to understand how you can contribute to and be an active participant in your child’s speech and language development.
Baby Babbling and First Words: Infant Communication Explained
Goo Goo Gaga. Mama. Dada. When do babies start babbling? Are you eagerly awaiting the day that your baby begins talking? Learn about the early stages of language development and how to foster communication skills in your young child.
Get Your Kids Talking! 15 Helpful Conversation Starters
With a busy family schedule its hard to find time for meaningful discussions with children. Finding ways to connect with your child is not only good for boosting their confidence but also provides them an opportunity to share what’s on their mind. The back and forth communication exchange between child and adult is an excellent way to stimulate language in young children. Here are 15 helpful conversation starters to take advantage of after school pickup or dinner time.
Childhood Language and Social Development
To make a positive impact on your child’s social communication and language development, you should prepare yourself for success. If you set a little time each day to teach new communication skills to your child, eventually your practice will pay off.
Reliable Approach to Teach Your Toddler to Talk
I always get asked from new parents, “How can I help my child learn to talk”. There’s actually a fairly easy solution and after some practice it will come naturally. Check it out and let me know what you think!
When is it the Right Time for a Speech Language Evaluation?
Have you been wondering if your child’s speech or language should be evaluated but aren’t sure if it is time yet? When in doubt, go with your instincts because it may be time for help! Read on to learn more about milestones and have all of your questions answered about getting an evaluation by a speech language pathologist.
Don't Wait! Identify the Early Warning Signs of Communication Challenges in Children
A new, nationwide effort to educate the public about communication disorders was recently launched by the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA)—a professional association of which I am a member. Called Identify the Signs, this campaign specifically aims to help people recognize the early warning signs of communication disorders. Read on to learn more about how to identify the signs of speech and language disorders in children.
Best Toys for Building a Child’s Language
The number one routine to teach talking and communicating is play. Why play? Because all children learn through play. Play is fun and is a natural part of a child’s development. Play also creates the desire for your child to talk and communicate.
Speech Therapy: Easing the Anxiety
Language is the primary way we communicate, but it doesn’t always come easy for children with physical or cognitive delays. A speech therapist can help.
Book Suggestions to Support Children's Speech and Language Skills
Reading aloud helps to make reading fun, strengthens your child’s speech and language skills, helps develop early literacy skills and instills in your child a future of loving to read. Check out my top children’s book recommendations and extension activities!
Jump Start Language Development with Good Nutrition
There is a reality-based expression “You are what you eat” as all our body functions depend on how well we are nourished. Let’s explore nutrition’s impact on our children especially during the critical period of language development.