For the last few years, working with Everyday Language Co. meant working directly with me. That's changing — I want to tell you why, and what stays exactly the same. Why We’re Growing Throughout my years working as an SLP in Brooklyn, I’ve worked hard to build a...
You may not realize it, but the skills to teach your child to read are the same you need to teach them to speak. Reading readiness doesn't start with the alphabet — it starts with talking, listening, and playing. Literacy actually begins way before your toddler enters...
(No Flashcards Required) This summer, you don't need a curriculum or a set of flashcards to support your toddler's language. The best language learning happens in real life — and summer is full of it. While it’s true that a great deal of language development...
If you’re researching speech therapy for kids and wondering what actually happens during a session, you’re not alone. Many parents are curious about the speech therapy process, and wonder how a speech therapist can collect information during play. You may feel unsure...
As a parent, I know we all want what is best for our children, especially when it comes to their speech and language development. If you’re wondering about the connection between pacifier use and speech delay, you’re not alone. As a speech-language pathologist,...
As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, I’m often asked about the best toys for boosting children's language development--especially around the holidays. Toys are more than just fun; they can help language development by: encouraging communication building...
As parents, one of the most special experiences we have is when a child says their first words. What the child says and when that happens is largely dependent on their individual learning style and how they are exposed to language. When do first words happen? As with...
As a speech and feeding expert, I have always weighed in on the best highchairs. I was looking for the highchair that would be the best for helping my clients sit with families at the table, while also maintaining proper 90-90-90 alignment (hips, knees, ankles) for...
The first year of a baby's life is filled with many developmental milestones. These milestones are important markers of a baby's growth and development and can help parents and caregivers understand what to expect during each stage of their child's life. As a speech...
Yes, tongue-ties are a real thing, and for some, it is very painful. The scientific term for a tongue-tie is ankyloglossia or restricted movement of the tongue. A tie can occur in the anterior (front) or posterior (back) of the tongue. You may be surprised to learn...
I’m here to show you how to bring out your child’s unique voice using simple, easy to follow strategies that work for you and your family.
