The Speech Parent Podcast

Have you considered getting your child an AAC (augmentative and alternative communication) device, also known as a speech generating device? Are you worried it might not make your child want to talk?
 
I get asked this question ALL THE TIME! So you're not alone in wondering - Will an AAC Device Keep My Child From Talking? Let's talk all about it in today's episode!
 
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Turn taking skills are foundational for conversation! Your child needs to learn how to respond and how to initiate as building blocks for talking to others! 
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Imitation skills are important because they are the building block of language. Today's episode discusses what they are and provides a 3 step framework to improve your child's imitation skills. ---------- join the GESTALT LANGUAGE PROCESSOR WORKSHOP waitlist!

Today I'm answering questions from speech parents just like you! We're talking about how large tonsils can impact speech, vitamins to help your child, should you switch speech therapists if your child isn't making progress, etc. 
I'd love to answer YOUR questions! Just email me at thespeechparent@gmail.com or send me a dm on social media
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This week's episode looks at the work of Laura Mize and the skills that she believes toddlers acquire before they talk. I explain each one, such as imitation skills, and describe when you might not see a toddler needing that skill. 
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Discussing a girl who makes the /t/ sound instead of the /k/ sound (like she says /tee/ for /key/) and leaves the /s/ sound off like says /nap/ for /snap/.  Email: thespeechparent@gmail.com

Today's episode I answer two questions that I've gotten asked recently as well as a couple questions from a Facebook group. If you want YOUR question answered, send me an email thespeechparent@gmail.com or dm me on IG @thespeechparent!
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What you say to your child is obviously important, but so is HOW you say it! Here's a quick, actionable tip for you! 
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In Episode 10, I shared two basic strategies that speech therapists use. This week I'm sharing two more powerful speech therapy strategies that you can use TODAY to boost your child's language development and get them talking!
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Talking about what I'm thankful for on our speech delay journey! Not my usual episode - but a fun way to practice gratitude this Thanksgiving!