One of the most frequently asked questions I hear from families is, “How many words should my child be saying??”⁣⁣To be honest, sometimes this is tricky one to answer! Why? because there is so much more to a child’s communication skills than the number of words they use. Word count is only one piece of […]

As a speech-language pathologist I get asked many questions about raising bilingual children. Today I’m sharing what I believe all parents should understand about raising a bilingual or multilingual child. 5 Facts about Raising Bilingual Children: 1. Bilingualism does NOT cause speech delays or disorders. Bilingual children are NOT more likely to have difficulties with […]

Did you know your child’s brain undergoes an amazing period of growth and development in their first three years of life? This period is so critical for building connections and language learning. Your baby’s early experiences truly matter! So if you’re wondering what activities you can be doing to support your baby or toddler, I’m […]

Beginning speech therapy with your toddler can feel very overwhelming. You may be experiencing a flood of emotions from anxiety, uncertainty, or relief that you’re finally found support for your toddler. These mixed feelings are very normal. If you’re concerned about your child’s development, considering therapy or are beginning speech therapy soon, this post is […]

Are you wondering if you should consult a speech-language pathologist about your toddler’s speech & language development? Maybe you’ve caught yourself comparing and notice some children use more words than your little one? Or maybe someone has made a comment about what they believe your toddler should be doing? Either way, you want to know […]

Babies all over the world typically begin saying their firsts words around 12 months. What a huge milestone it is for you and your baby. Today, I’m sharing 5 ways you can help your baby learn to say your name! And best way to teach your little one is through hands-on interactions and play. The […]