Speech and Language Therapy

15/08/2025

🚫 Don’t pressure your child to “say it.”
✅ Instead, fill their world with the word! 💬⚽

When we repeat a word naturally in play, our kids connect it to meaning, not just sound. That’s how real language grows. 🌱

Try this with your child today:

1️⃣ Play with a ball
2️⃣ Say “ball” naturally during the game (about 10 times)
3️⃣ Celebrate even small attempts like “ba!” 🎉

💡 Remember: Pressure blocks progress. Play builds speech.

💬 Tell me — what’s one word your child loves to hear you say

27/07/2025

Speech and Language Therapy yields the best results when parents and caregivers are actively involved and clearly understand what to do and how to do it. I have worked with hundreds of families, equipping parents to carry out effective home intervention—because a child spends most of their time with their parents. When parents are empowered, intervention becomes both powerful and joyful. I’ve seen remarkable results in almost all of my students—they begin to express themselves verbally and communicate with confidence. If you're ready to support your child’s communication journey, I invite you to join my custom parent training program today.

MS Speech Language Therapist | Expert in OPT, GLP, Autism, AAC & Parent Coaching | Neurodiversity-affirming | Helping kids speak & connect through play and real-life | DM for consults & parents training for home support

07/07/2025

How to Teach Your Child to Ask for Water (Without Pressure)

You’re not alone. Many toddlers and autistic children struggle to express their basic needs — not because they don’t want to, but because they haven’t been shown how yet.

Here’s what worked for me as a Speech Language Therapist and a parent:

👀 I modeled the word: “Water?”
⏳ I waited — no pressure.
🤲 I added simple gestures like pointing or tapping.
🎯 I repeated the same words every time consistently.

Soon, my child reached out and whispered “wa...”
That’s not just a sound. That’s communication. That’s progress.

❤️ You don’t have to wait for perfect words. Start with modeling. Start with love.

👉 Save this for snack time or water time. Small steps lead to big breakthroughs.

Tag a parent who needs this reminder 💧
DM me if you want a list of early communication words to model at home.

01/02/2025

✔️Wondering what regression is and how it affects speech development?
✔️Regression typically occurs before the age of three but can happen later due to factors like illness, stress, or sensory changes.
💜The good news? You can support your child through it!
🤞Remember: Patience and consistency are key!

23/01/2025

Understanding childhood Apraxia

🗣️ What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)?

Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) is a speech disorder where children struggle to coordinate the muscle movements needed for speaking. They may know what they want to say, but their mouth doesn’t always cooperate.

💡 Signs of CAS:
🔹 Inconsistent speech errors (saying a word differently each time)
🔹 Difficulty moving the mouth for speech sounds
🔹 Speech that sounds “robotic” or has unusual pauses
🔹 Struggles with longer words and phrases

✨ How Can You Support a Child with CAS?
✔️ Early diagnosis by a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP)
✔️ Specialized, motor-based therapy focused on muscle coordination
✔️ Daily home practice and encouragement

🛑 CAS is not just a speech delay—it requires specific treatment! With patience and the right therapy, children can make incredible progress in their communication skills. ❤️

👶🏽💬 If you suspect CAS in your child, consult an SLP early!

Credits:childapraxiatreatment.org

12/01/2025

Does your child wait for prompts to communicate?

This is what prompt dependence can look like for a Gestalt Language Processor (GLP).

Prompt-dependent children often rely on verbal, visual, or auditory cues to speak but struggle with using spontaneous language.

This can happen due to compliance-based or traditional drill-style therapies, which emphasize memorization rather than natural language development.

Here’s what you might notice:
🔄 Immediate Echolalia: Repeating words or phrases right after hearing them.
✨ Example:
Adult: “What’s that?”
Child: immediately repeats “What’s that?”

📝 Rote/Taught Responses: Memorized phrases ( delayed Echolalia) from rehearsed routines or drill practices.
✨ Example:
Adult: “Who’s ready for school?”
Child: “I am!” (always says it in response, even if it doesn’t fit the context)

For GLPs, early stages of language development (Stages 1-2) require hearing more meaningful gestalts rather than focusing on vocabulary or rote responses. The goal is to support them in building original, flexible language—not just echoing or memorizing.

👉 Want to learn more about supporting GLPs? Follow us for insights! 💡

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07/01/2025

"Is your toddler not saying any words yet?

🗣️ Don’t worry—it’s never too early to start supporting their language development!

🌟 Try these simple and fun strategies: play with sounds, model basic words, sing rhymes, and make communication a playful part of their day.

Early efforts can create a strong foundation for their first words and beyond.

💬✨ Let’s help them find their voice! 💛

05/01/2025

Has your child stopped using words they previously spoke?

It’s natural to feel concerned, but early intervention can make all the difference!

Read the practical steps in the post to support your child's speech and language development after regression.

💬👶 Remember, seeking professional help early can lead to the best outcomes. 🌟

Follow us for more tips on speech and language development! 💡 "

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29/12/2024

Taking a break from therapy and noticing setbacks in your child’s skills?

🎊Progress requires 😌patience and consistent 🧑‍🏭effort! Here are actionable steps to help you get back on track.

💬💡 Every child is unique, and their developmental journey takes time.

If you’re unsure where to start, reach out to us for personalized guidance!

28/12/2024

My son, who is 4 years old, is currently using need-based communication and has good receptive language skills. How can I help him develop his expressive language and improve his ability to engage in general conversations?

Find the answer in the post itself, language development is a game for me as a Speech Language Therapist from the last 24 years. If you want to know more book a parent training and develop full language along with communication skills for your child

28/12/2024

If your child is trying to speak, putting in effort but you see that there is no change or speech is not developing even after taking speech therapy sessions regularly. It means your child requires specialized therapy for motor planning which is different from focused stimulation therapy

20/12/2024

Discover the essential list of baby's first words curated by a leading speech and language therapist. This expert guide offers valuable insights to support your child's early language development. Watch now to learn how to encourage your baby's communication skills effectively.

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