How to Help Your Child Follow Directions (Without Power Struggles) Following directions can feel like one of the most exhausting parts of parenting — especially when it seems like your child isn’t listening at all. You…
Every child develops language skills at their own pace — but if your little one is shy, you may notice that they are quieter than their peers, even when they seem to understand everything you say.…
When parents come to me concerned that their child isn’t talking yet, the first thing I assess isn’t necessarily how many words they know—it's whether their preverbal skills are in place. These are the foundational communication…
As parents, it's natural to want to help your child say words the right way. You might feel the urge to say, “No, not ‘wabbit’ — it’s rabbit!” But what if we told you there's a…
As a speech-language pathologist, one of the most powerful recommendations I give to families is also one of the simplest: read with your child every day. It might seem small, especially in our busy lives full…
Remember when video chats were just for catching up with Grandma? These days, they’re a lifeline for everything from piano lessons to pediatric speech therapy—and yes, the virtual version really can unlock your child’s words. As a speech‑language…
Aphasia can affect all forms of language – speaking, listening, reading, and writing. Aphasia can cause frustration and stress for an individual living with it, as well as for their caregiver. An aphasia diagnosis is unplanned, unexpected,…
As parents, we worry about our child' s development and often wonder, "Is this normal?" Some children develop speech and language skills earlier than others but how do you know if your child has a delay?…
