Requesting is a great skill to encourage kids to talk more. Requesting is when a child asks for something. Most often it works when the child initiates the request, unlike when you want them to want something. Motivation/food: I am not above...
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GoBabyClub is a great app for any new parents looking for ideas on how to work on developmental activities with their babies. The app includes 250 activity video clips and pictures that will guide the parent along the natural developmental...
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Do you ever find yourself lost in a sea of children’s toys wondering what in the world you are going to buy? There are so many different toys to choose from nowadays and it can be overwhelming at times. I have put together a list of the toys we...
MoreStuttering: Parent’s Frequently Asked Questions
What is stuttering? Stuttering is when fluent speech becomes broken up by repetition of sounds, syllables, words; interruptions known as blocks; or prolongations of sounds. When does it begin? It is developmentally appropriate for...
MoreEmployee Spotlight – Dana Messer
Interview with Dana Why did you become a therapist? I became a therapist because I have always loved to help people reach their full potential. My mom had me job shadow a speech pathologist in high school and I loved watching him work with the...
More12 Tips for Holiday Meals with Picky Eaters
Holiday meal times can sometimes be stressful for both picky eaters and their parents. The different smells of the various foods can often be overwhelming for a child with feeding difficulties. Children can still enjoy spending time with family!...
MoreTrick or Treating Tips for Children with Autism
Halloween can be a stressful night for some kids, especially those that have trouble communicating. Nonverbal children can use these tips to have a successful Halloween. Blue Candy Bucket. Last year there was a spike in awareness of the blue...
More3 Pumpkin Activities for Language Development
Fall is one of our favorite times of the year! There are so many new, exciting objects that can be used to encourage language with your child. One of my favorite items to use to encourage language is a pumpkin! Here are a few pumpkin related...
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