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Best Cups for Feeding Your Child at Home
Choosing the right cup for feeding your child can be tough! Cups are constantly being redesigned, and new versions of cups seem to come...
Jan 204 min read

Speech and Language Red Flags in the Classroom
School can be an exciting, yet difficult time for students. Read more about some red flags for language concerns in the classroom.
Sep 25, 20244 min read

Childhood Apraxia of Speech - What is it and what do I do after a diagnosis?
Parents of children with Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) commonly say things like “Nobody can understand my child”, “He knows what he...
Jul 12, 20243 min read


How to Get School-Based Therapy
Learn about school-based criteria and the process for speech and language therapy.
Jun 17, 20245 min read

Understanding Expressive Language Delays in Children: A Guide for Parents
According to the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders (NIDCD), approximately 7% of children aged 1-14 have a...
Jun 6, 20243 min read

Understanding Tongue and Lip Ties: A Guide for Parents from a Speech Language Pathologist
Tongue and lip ties are often a question I encounter from concerned parents. These conditions can have significant impacts on both...
May 16, 20243 min read

Nurturing Little Ones: Feeding Challenges in High-Risk Infants and Poor Weight Gain
High-risk infants, including those born prematurely, with congenital anomalies, or experiencing medical complexities, are often faced...
Apr 12, 20243 min read

The Power of Play: Top 5 Non-Electronic Toys for Building Language Skills
Play is not just about having fun; it's a fundamental aspect of childhood development, especially when it comes to language acquisition....
Mar 12, 20243 min read

Tube Feeding & Learning to Eat
Some children with feeding challenges may require a feeding tube. This may be due to the child having inadequate skills to eat or manage...
Feb 6, 20245 min read

The Impact of Speech and Language on Cognitive Development
Speech and language is the use of sounds, grammar and vocabulary used to communicate knowledge and information. Speech and language...
Jan 11, 20243 min read

The Impact of Speech and Language Development on Social-Emotional Development
Children develop and grow at their own unique rate. Speech and language acquisition, which plays a crucial role in shaping a child’s...
Dec 15, 20232 min read

Feeding Issues and Toothbrushing
Picky eating and difficulties with daily self care activities are common childhood behaviors that do not always resolve with age and...
Nov 16, 20233 min read

Bilingual Households and Speech Delays in Children
Bilingualism refers to the ability to use two languages in everyday life. Over 20% of Americans are bilingual. We are often asked - can...
Oct 10, 20235 min read


Abnormal Jaw Development and Its Impact on Speech
Written by Dr. Marina Gonchar Abnormal jaw development, or dentofacial disharmony, is a condition in which the upper and lower jaws are...
Sep 28, 20233 min read


Overstuffing and Pocketing
Moving on to new solid foods is an exciting time for children. They are getting to experience new flavors and textures; it’s a whole...
Sep 14, 20234 min read

Frequent Ear Infections in Children & It's Impact on Speech and Language Development
Ear infections are one of the most common illnesses reported in young children. In fact, about 80% of children under the age of 3 have...
Aug 11, 20233 min read

Speech Errors and Orthodontic Appliances
Written by Dr. Marina Gonchar Orthodontic treatment is an important modality used in children and teens to improve alignment of the...
Jul 19, 20232 min read

What are potential impacts of enlarged tonsils and adenoids?
Tonsils and adenoids are the body’s first line of defense as part of the immune system. Your tonsils are easy to see, located at the back...
Jul 14, 20233 min read

Music and Language Development
Music brings happiness to people of all ages. Nursery rhymes, songs, and fingerplays put smiles on the faces of children, but music...
Jun 30, 20232 min read

Observe. Wait. Listen.
Professionals who work with young children are often complimented by parents as being “patient” in their work. As the saying goes,...
Jun 16, 20234 min read
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