Sound familiar? Or maybe YOU can understand your child but no one else can. Also very common! Speaking clearly takes a lot of brain power, and a lot of coordination. Think about it, every time you want to say something, your brain has to think of the words, think of how to put the words […]
It’s that time of year again. Like most parents, you are likely finally catching your breath from the back to school whirlwind….or you may not even be quite there yet. Then, progress reports come. Some of you may have expected some struggles, and others may be surprised by the new struggles your child is experiencing. […]
What is a lisp? A lisp usually refers to a person having difficulty producing the /s/ and /z/ sound, however some children lisp on /sh/, /ch/ and /j/ as well. If a person lisps, he/she would distort one or many of those sounds. Two types of Lisps There are two different kinds of lisps. […]
By the time children reach school age, they should be talking in full grammatically correct sentences. Long gone are the days of 1-2 word phrases and “baby talk”. Although children in Kindergarten may still present with some developmentally appropriate articulation difficulties, strangers should be able to understand them 100% of the time. Literacy acquisition also […]
Early intervention is critical for children with communication problems. A Speech-Language Pathologist can help by assessing your child to determine if his/her speech and language skills are age appropriate, providing play based intervention, parent strategies and resources. Frequently Asked Questions: What is a Speech-Language Pathologist? A Speech-Language Pathologist, Speech therapist or SLP for short, […]
Speech and Language Milestones “When should my child say his/her first words?” “Is this typical for his/her age?” These are common questions Speech-Language Pathologists receive from parents of young children. May is Speech and Hearing month and a great opportunity to ensure your child is meeting his/her speech and language goals. The following is a […]
Many children experience difficulties producing various sounds. Certain sounds are more difficult than others to produce which is why some sound errors are considered developmental. We have all heard a 2 year old say “fun/thumb” or a 4 year old say “wed/red”. These are both considered developmental. However, some children continue having difficulties producing various […]
If my child uses a pacifier, will he/she have delayed speech and language? The short answer is, the research is unclear. A number of studies have looked at the prolonged use of a pacifier and its effect on speech and language. Some studies do show a correlation and some do not. Some studies have […]
