Speechie Auntie

02/23/2026

Turning 3 shouldn’t feel confusing.

If your child is aging out of Early Intervention (ECI), you might be wondering:

• What happens next?
• Will services look the same?
• Is school-based therapy enough?
• Do I have other options?

The transition at age 3 can feel BIG, especially for families used to in-home support.

I broke it all down in this new blog, including:

✔️ The difference between ECI and school-based services
✔️ What changes after age 3
✔️ When private in-home therapy may make sense

If you're in Leander, Cedar Park, or Williamson County and navigating this transition, this is for you.

🔗 Read here:

What happens after Early Intervention ends at age 3? Learn transition steps, Child Find, and therapy options for families in Williamson & Travis County.

02/21/2026

A little folder packed with big support. Every Speechie Auntie family receives individualized materials to carry strategies from our sessions into everyday life.

02/19/2026

Speech Fact 💡
In-home therapy supports the child AND empowers the parent.
That’s where lasting progress happens.

02/17/2026

When preschool placement feels overwhelming… you’re not alone.

If your child recently qualified for special education preschool services, you may be hearing terms like:
• PPCD
• Inclusion classroom
• Self-contained classroom
• Least Restrictive Environment

And suddenly… you’re expected to make a big decision for your 3- or 4-year-old.

I wrote a new blog breaking this down in simple, parent-friendly language, especially for families in Leander, Cedar Park, and surrounding Central Texas communities navigating speech delays and communication needs.

Inside the blog we cover:
✔️ Inclusion vs. self-contained classrooms
✔️ How speech therapy works in each setting
✔️ Classroom ratios in our area
✔️ Questions to ask when touring
✔️ How to know what’s the best fit

You don’t have to figure this out alone.
🔗 Read here:

Feeling overwhelmed by PPCD placement decisions? Learn the difference between inclusion and self-contained preschool in Texas — plus what to look for in Leander & Cedar Park programs.

02/13/2026

“Let’s just wait and see…”

If you’ve heard this about your toddler’s speech, you’re not alone.

Waiting can feel really heavy when your gut is telling you to look deeper.

I wrote a new blog for families in Leander & Cedar Park breaking down:

✨ When it’s okay to monitor
🚩 Speech red flags
🗣️ Late talker vs. delay
🧠 What evaluations actually look like

Getting information doesn’t mean committing to therapy, it just gives you clarity.

🔗 Read here:

Worried about your toddler’s speech? Learn when to wait vs. get a speech evaluation plus red flags parents in Leander & Cedar Park shouldn’t ignore.

02/11/2026

Tiny bags for tiny humans I love SO big. So lucky to have this many little Valentines.

02/07/2026

Feeling so appreciated this week. One of my sweet families surprised me with these beautiful homemade macarons. I’m so thankful to do what I love and support the most amazing kids and families.

02/03/2026

Speech fact 💡

Understanding language and using language are two different skills.

01/30/2026

Many toddler and preschool behavior challenges are not actually behavior problems, they’re communication breakdowns.

When a child doesn’t yet have the words to explain what they need, understand directions, or express big feelings, that frustration often shows up as tantrums, shutdowns, or emotional overload.

I just published a new parent-friendly article explaining the connection between speech and language development, behavior, and emotional regulation and what to watch for if you’re concerned.

If you’ve ever wondered
“Is this behavior or is this communication?”
this one is for you.

Read here:

Toddler behavior challenges are often rooted in communication difficulties. Learn how speech and language delays affect emotional regulation and when to seek speech therapy in Leander.

01/26/2026

Many parents don’t realize that school-based speech services can begin as early as age 3, even before kindergarten.

I’m excited to share a guest blog written by Sarah Eis, a school psychologist, BCBA, and special education advocate, that breaks down:
• What Child Find is
• How early school speech evaluations work
• What parents can do if they have concerns about their 3–4 year old

This is a really helpful read if you’ve ever been told to “wait and see” but still have that gut feeling something isn’t quite right.

🔗 Read the full article here:

Learn how early school speech services work for children ages 3–4, what Child Find means, and how parents can request a free school evaluation.

01/24/2026

Is it a speech delay… or a language delay?

Many parents tell me:
“I think my child has a speech problem.”

That makes sense. However, for many young children, the concern is actually language, not speech.

In this new blog, I break down:
✔️ The difference between speech and language
✔️ Why toddlers and preschoolers are often misidentified
✔️ What speech therapy is really targeting in early childhood
✔️ Why this distinction matters for your child’s development

Written in clear, parent-friendly language with real examples.

🔗 Read here:
https://www.speechieauntie.com/blog/speech-vs-language-delay-young-children

📍 Private pediatric speech therapy in Leander and surrounding areas

If you have questions about your child’s communication, you’re not alone. I’m always happy to talk things through.

Parents often think their child has a speech delay, but many young children actually have language delays. Learn the difference and why it matters.

01/20/2026

Choosing a daycare or preschool is a big decision.

It’s about more than location, hours, or cost.

If your child has a speech or language delay, the early learning environment matters more than many parents realize. Asking the right questions during a preschool or daycare tour can help you determine whether a program is truly a good fit.

I wrote a parent-friendly guide sharing what to ask on a daycare or preschool tour, and why each question matters, especially for children who benefit from extra communication support.

👉 Read the blog here: https://www.speechieauntie.com/blog/what-to-ask-on-a-daycare-or-preschool-tour
📍 Serving Leander, Cedar Park, and surrounding Central Texas communities

💬 Message me if you have questions. Even if you’re just gathering information.

Touring a preschool or daycare? Learn what to ask if your child has a speech or language delay and how to choose a supportive early learning environment.