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Speech-Language Therapy Overview   What to look for in your child by age Categories: receptive language, expressive language, speech production, play/social skills   6 months Receptive: responds to “come here / want up / no”; recognizes families names Expressive: initiating “talking” with others and attempts to interact Social: responsive to family members and familiar people;…

What do you think of when you hear about a speech-language pathologist? “Oh, they help with saying the ‘r’ and ‘s’.” A speech-language pathologist is much more than a therapist that only helps a child say the “r” sound. Speech pathologists provide a wealth of information regarding a multitude of critical developmental aspects across the…

Parents often ask what they can do to encourage the development of their child’s language skills or which apps will best help their children improve.  Of the many incredible apps that are at our disposal, the best tool you have access to is a book.  You may have some books at home, or you have…

It has been shown that more learning occurs from short, frequent bursts of practice rather than long, irregular sessions.  The key to the generalization of learned skills is routine practice. Following a home exercise program is essential.  Below you will find several “five-minute speech” activities that you can complete at home.  They are fun and…

Speech therapy addresses language and communication skills. Social Communication Ability to initiate or participate in play with another person Awareness of others’ emotional states, perspective and intentions Ability to seek attention from others Respecting personal space between people Playing with toys appropriately Pretend play concepts Turn-taking play Conversational skills Initiating conversation with others Participating in…

The Speech and Language Path Your child’s speech therapist will design a home exercise program that is specific to your child’s needs. Each phase is a BIG STEP to being able to EXPRESS WANTS AND NEEDS! Phase One: Waves bye bye Takes turns vocalizing Points/gestures Babbles and strings sounds together (i.e. mamamamama) Eats pureed food…