Speech Twist

29/05/2024

🌟 Early Identification of Speech Problems: Why It Matters 🌟

Parents, did you know that early identification of speech and language issues can make a world of difference in your child’s development? At SpeechTwist, we believe that the sooner we address these challenges, the better the outcomes for your little ones.

🚀 Why Early Identification?

Enhanced Communication: Early intervention helps children develop crucial communication skills, boosting their confidence and social interactions.
Improved Academic Success: Children who receive early support are better prepared for school, reducing the risk of academic struggles.
Stronger Relationships: Effective communication fosters better relationships with family and peers, leading to a happier, more fulfilling childhood.

🔍 Signs to Look Out For:

Limited vocabulary compared to peers
Difficulty following directions
Unclear speech
Struggles with forming sentences
If you notice any of these signs, don’t wait! Early intervention can set your child on the path to success.

At SpeechTwist, we offer comprehensive speech and language assessments and personalized therapy plans tailored to your child’s unique needs. Our goal is to empower your child to communicate confidently and effectively.

📞 Contact Us Today:
Visit our website www.speechtwist.com or call us at +447466225057 to schedule an appointment. Let’s work together to give your child the best start in their communication journey!

Speech Twist is a practice located in the United Kingdom. We offer speech therapy for the whole family. Our holistic approach supports practical solutions for a variety of speech disorders and difficulties.

22/05/2024

🌟 Unlock Your True Voice with SpeechTwist! 🌟

Are you or a loved one facing challenges with speech or communication? At SpeechTwist, we believe everyone deserves to express themselves clearly and confidently. Our personalized speech therapy services are designed to help individuals of all ages achieve their communication goals.

💬 Why Choose SpeechTwist?
✅ Customized Therapy Plans: Tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
✅ Experienced Therapists: Licensed and compassionate professionals dedicated to your progress.
✅ Flexible Scheduling: Convenient online and in-person sessions to fit your busy lifestyle.
✅ Supportive Environment: Encouraging and patient-centered approach to boost your confidence.

📈 Success Stories
“I’ve seen incredible progress in my child’s speech since starting with SpeechTwist. The difference is night and day!” - Sarah M., Happy Parent

🎯 Our Services Include:

Articulation Therapy
Language Development
Stuttering Therapy
Accent Modification
Social Communication Skills

🌟 Take the First Step Today!
Discover how SpeechTwist can help you or your loved one find their voice. Visit our website at www.speechtwist.com to learn more and schedule a free consultation.

📞 Contact Us
Have questions? Reach out to us at +447466225057 or email paulibeard9@gmail.com

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Your voice matters. Let SpeechTwist help you make it heard.

Speech Twist is a practice located in the United Kingdom. We offer speech therapy for the whole family. Our holistic approach supports practical solutions for a variety of speech disorders and difficulties.

09/05/2024

🌟 Unlocking Potential: Transforming Lives Through Early Intervention with SpeechTwist 🌟

Are you looking to give your child the best start in life? At SpeechTwist, we're dedicated to helping you unlock your child's full potential through early intervention!

Research shows that early intervention can make a world of difference in a child's development, and we're here to provide tailored support and guidance every step of the way. Whether your child needs assistance with speech and language skills, sensory processing, or social-emotional development, our personalized approach is designed to meet their unique needs and help them thrive.

At SpeechTwist, we believe that every child deserves the chance to reach their full potential, regardless of their starting point. That's why we offer comprehensive evaluations, evidence-based interventions, and ongoing support to empower children and their families on their journey towards success.

Ready to give your child the gift of early intervention? Contact SpeechTwist today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards a brighter future!

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07/05/2024

🎉 Big News! 🎉

I'm thrilled to share with you all that my new website is officially up and running! 🚀✨

🌐 Say hello to SpeechTwist! As a speech therapist, I'm excited to embark on this journey of helping individuals communicate better and achieve their speech goals.

💬 If you or someone you know could benefit from speech therapy services, I'm here to help! Visit my website to learn more about what I offer and how I can assist you on your journey to improved communication.

🔗 Click the link below to explore the website and book your appointment today!

Visit www.speechtwist.com Now!

Thank you for your support, and I can't wait to work with you!

12/09/2023

🌟 Exciting News! Speech Twist is now OPEN! 🌟

🗨️ Hello Moms and Caregivers,

Are you concerned about your little one's speech and communication development? Look no further! Speech Twist is here to help. 👶🗣️

We're thrilled to announce that we are now accepting new patients, and our services extend beyond speech and language assessments. Our team includes certified specialists ready to support your child's unique needs, including those who are picky eaters or face feeding challenges. 🍽️

Why choose Speech Twist?
✅ Expert Speech and Language Assessments
✅ SOS Feeding Certified Specialists
✅ Compassionate Care for Your Little Ones
✅ Proven Results

Don't wait! Take the first step towards your child's brighter future. Send us a message today to schedule an assessment or learn more about our services. Your child's journey to improved communication and eating habits starts here. 🌈📞

Let's help your child find their voice and enjoy mealtime together. 🍎🗨️

Send a message to learn more

15/10/2020

DM today: "So I've heard parents say kids choose what to eat and I'm just not sure I want my kid eating junk food...but I'm afraid to say 'No.'"⁠⠀
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It is 100% okay and reasonable and helpful to say "No" to your child's requests for foods. It's the parent's job to decide what foods to serve and when. I'll let you in on a secret of mine. I RARELY make a meal based on my kids' in the moment" requests. ⁠⠀
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It's because I'm in charge of what food is in my house and served in my house. If my child wants something, they are free to ask and I can tell them when I will serve it. If it's pretzels, I may say "sure, I'll put them with your lunch tomorrow". If it's candy I may say "Okay, we'll have it with dinner later tomorrow." I may also just say "That's not on the menu right now."⁠⠀
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My kids might choose to serve themselves pretzels every day for 2 weeks for every snack and meal. Or they may choose to eat candy several times a. day every day. That's not what's best for them and it's not their job to decide what foods are best for them. I choose what is served and sometimes I include the fun foods they ask for.⁠ As they get older, I can ask for their input on what they want on the menu, that way they can start to learn independence.⁠⠀
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If you need more ideas for getting them to try new foods, check out the free guide in my bio .eat.in.color.⁠ I just updated it (for the first time in 2 years) from a 2 page guide to a 14 page guide.⁠ It's super helpful.⁠⠀

14/10/2020

A tip for our picky eaters 🍎

How do we help our kids listen to when they are hungry and full better? Here’s a few things!⁠⠀
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We can⁠:⁠⠀
- Let them choose whether to eat or not when we serve a meal or snack⁠⠀
- Don’t pressure them in any way to eat or not eat⁠⠀
- No clean plate clubs or celebrating eating all their food⁠⠀
- Don’t serve food when they are feeling down emotionally⁠⠀
- Serve food formally and consistently - sitting down at meal and snack time⁠⠀
- Don’t force or bribe them to eat at mealtimes⁠⠀
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For many of us, this is different from what we grew up with! What rules did you have in your family about how much you were allowed to eat?⁠⠀
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If you want all of this in one place, I go over it in my free child feeding guide - where the links are!⁠⠀

15/09/2020

A few years ago, one of my kids choked on a whole nut in the car. It was terrifying even though it ended up okay. I've been vigilant ever since! Here's a little food choking prevention 101 for ages 1-4 to give us all a refresher! Top things to keep in mind:⁣⠀⁠⠀
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- MODIFY hard or round foods until age 4⁣⠀⁠⠀
- Eat SITTING at a table⁣ with supervision⠀⁠⠀
- AVOID some foods until 4 (below)⁣⠀⁠⠀
- Be PREPARED if choking does happen. ⁠⠀
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🔪How to modify⁣⠀⁠⠀
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Cook things that are hard, to make them softer - like raw apples or veggies.⠀⁠⠀
Also cut foods lengthwise to make a long skinny piece. Here's the rule of thumb I use, but always go conservative when you think about what your child needs:⁣⠀⁠⠀
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1️⃣Cut in 1/8s (and grind seeds & nuts) for age 1. Think 1/2 a pinky finger size.⁣⠀⁠⠀
2️⃣Quarter (and smash seeds & nuts) for age 2⁣⠀⁠⠀
3️⃣Half (or slivered nut pieces) for age 3⁣⠀⁠⠀
4️⃣Most kids are fine to eat unmodified food at or after age 4⁣⠀⁠⠀
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🚫Some foods to avoid until 4 (partial list)⁣:⁣⠀⁠⠀
- spoonfuls of nut or seed butter⁣⠀⁠⠀
- popcorn⁣⠀⁠⠀
- chewy candy, hard candy, or gum⁣⠀⁠⠀
- tortilla chips⁣⠀⁠⠀
- marshmallows⁣⠀⁠⠀
- whole hot dogs, whole nuts, whole grapes or cherry tomatoes, raw whole carrots, whole apples, whole cheese sticks, large chunks of cheese, other whole round or hard foods⁣⠀⁠⠀
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🙌Be prepared⁣. It is great to take an infant/child CPR class if you have that resource available to you! ⁠⠀
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Would you tag another mom who would like this information?⁠⠀
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07/08/2020

A great tip if your child is a picky eater 🙌

You know what's better than saying "this food is good for you"? Tell them what foods do in their body! Why do I keep sharing this message? Because we keep selling our kids short labeling foods and good/bad, healthy/unhealthy. Here are some examples of messages I like for different ages⁠:
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For 2-3yo kids I usually break it down by color. Although it's not 100% accurate, it’s a good framework to get started. ⁣⠀⁠⠀
❤️ Red: gives you a strong heart⁣⠀⁠⠀
🧡 Orange: helps you see in the dark⁣⠀⁠⠀
💛Yellow: helps your body heal cuts⁣⠀⁠⠀
💚Green: gives you super powers to fight off sickness⁣⠀⁠⠀
💜💙Blue and Purple: Give you a strong brain⁣⠀⁠⠀
💟White: gives you energy⁣⠀⁠⠀
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For 4s and 5s you can start being more specific - like carrots and sweet potatoes help you be able to see in the dark. Clementines help your skin heal cuts. Broccoli helps your night vision, your skin heal, AND your bones be strong.⁠⠀
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For 4s/5s and 6s you can introduce the idea that some foods do a lot of things in their bodies and some foods do a few things.⁠⠀
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For 6s and 7s you can introduce the concept of vitamins and minerals - tell them HOW carrots protect their night vision (via vitamin A). Learn about the body.⁠⠀
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For 8s and 9s - learn even more about different things in foods. ⁠⠀
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And so on.⁠⠀
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All the while, model the way you want your kids to eat in your home and serve them the balanced diet you want them to eat. That's more powerful than anything you could ever tell them.⁠⠀
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If you need help getting your child to try new foods, my free child eating guide 🔥 From Stress to Success - 4 Ways to Help Your Child Eat Better without Losing Your Mind is in my bio ⁠.eat.in.color⁠⠀
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31/07/2020

Great way to improve literacy skills at home. Try salt or sugar. You can even add glitter or sprinkles for some fun!