Is My Child a Late Talker? A Clear, Supportive Guide for Parents If your toddler is taking their time to start talking, it’s natural to feel concerned. You may be hearing other children their age chatting away while your child communicates mostly through gestures, sounds, or actions. Here’s the reassuring truth: many toddlers who speak […]
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AAC stands for Augmentative and Alternative Communication, and it includes all the ways a person communicates other than speaking. People of all ages can benefit from AAC when speech or language is difficult. Augmentative means adding to someone’s existing speech, while alternative means providing another way to communicate when speech is not available. Some individuals
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Introduction It’s natural for parents to worry about their if their child isn’t talking as much as others. But speech and language milestones are not one-size-fits-all. Early understanding helps parents take action, advocate for their child, and nurture child’s communication skills (Ghosh et al., 2023). What is Typical — and When to Worry Expected Variability
Why Late Talking Is not Always Autism: The Research A Mother’s Story: “Why isn’t he talking yet?” When Meera’s late talking two-year-old, son, wasn’t using many words, worry crept in.She saw social-media posts about autism everywhere and feared the worst. With gentle guidance from her speech-language therapist, Meera discovered that most late talkers are simply
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In today’s tech-savvy world, parents and educators often wonder: Is screen time harming my child’s language development? While excessive screen use has long been associated with developmental delays, recent research suggests a more nuanced picture. It turns out that screen time isn’t inherently harmful — it’s how we use it that matters. Understanding the Debate
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Are you waiting for your child to start talking and wondering how to help at home? The good news is: you don’t need hours of therapy. Just 15 minutes a day with this simple, parent-led speech routine can spark big changes in your toddler’s communication. In this article, I’ll show you one powerful strategy you
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Helping Your Child Speak: A Free Guide for Parents Is your toddler not talking yet? You’re not alone — and you’re not helpless. As a parent, you play a powerful role in supporting your child’s early communication. That’s why we’ve created this free guide, easy-to-follow just for you. “First Words Begin Here” is a gentle,
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🌈 Introduction: The Power of Simple Sentences-“I Want…” Every child has the right to communicate their needs, feelings, and ideas. For many neurodiverse children—especially those with language delays or autism—this journey begins with a powerful and simple phrase: -“I Want…”“I want…” Learning to say this can open a world of possibilities, independence, and joyful expression.
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how to teach kids sharing about what did they do in school today? By incorporating communication journals into daily routines, neurodivergent children gain a powerful tool. This can bridge the gap between their thoughts and verbal expression. With consistent practice and support, these children can develop essential communication skills that enrich their interactions and relationship
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Understanding ApraxiaChildhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a motor speech disorder where children have difficulty planning and coordinating the movements needed to produce speech sounds. This challenge impacts their ability to form clear and consistent speech, even though they know what they want to say. Therapy for apraxia focuses on repetitive practice and motor planning
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