by Emily | Aug 22, 2019 | Guest Blogger
As a speech-language pathologist currently working in the US, I am often asked by parents if they should only speak English, as to not confuse their child. I reassure them that research shows whichever level a child can speak and understand in one language, they can... by Emily | Jul 25, 2019 | Guest Blogger
Have you heard this common misconception?… “If I teach my child to sign, they won’t be motivated to talk.” This is front of mind for many parents who have one goal: to get their child talking. The logic is easy to follow; Why would a child... by Emily | Jun 20, 2019 | Guest Blogger
Oral mechanism exam, oral motor exam, oral-facial exam, oral peripheral exam, oral-mech exam… whatever you call it, it’s one of the most important, but frequently neglected, components of an initial assessment for any child with a suspected speech sound disorder. In... by Emily | May 23, 2019 | Guest Blogger
Early on in my career, I spent my fair share of therapy sessions trying to chase after a young child with a million different toys, grabbing anything I thought might pique their interest. Often times, these sessions were not overly productive and I spent an extra 10... by Emily | Apr 18, 2019 | Guest Blogger
Following a child’s lead is a common strategy used by many who work with young children. It requires adults to observe, wait and listen in order to gain insight into the interests of their child. It encourages the adult to allow the child to take the lead, which... by Emily | Mar 21, 2019 | Guest Blogger
The titles in the That’s Not My book series are must-haves for your baby or toddler. There are so many ways to facilitate language! Quick Facts: 50+ titles/themes Bright colors and simple text Bold outline for developing eyes Durable board book Texture on every page...