Let's Talk About Talking

On this final episode of the Let's Talk About Talking Podcast I talk about 10 things I wish parents and caregivers knew. I speak from the heart and give you a few tips to increase and maximize speech, language and academic skills. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2Xw8wW7c...

Navigating Preschool and Daycare can be tricky. Usually, this is a child's first experience away from you and away from home. In this episode, I break down what to look for as you are touring preschools. Also, the process most schools will walk your child through before they are asked to leave. I also give you a game plan of what to do if your child is asked to leave a school or daycare. -----...

Have you ever wanted more from your full-time job? This week I speak with Hallie Sherman, SLP and Influencer on her journey from School SLP and working mom to creating one of the best, most profitable side hustles ever--aka SpeechTime Fun. In this episode, Hallie talks about the steps she took to get her side business (which is now her full-time job) off the ground. ------- Grab my book "30 D...

Now that school is back in session - one of the best things you can do is find your nearest salt room. It has really changed my life! I don't get as sick as I used to with school germs and allergies. It has also helped me work through anxiety. On today's episode I am so excited to talk to my friend Felicia Paredes - Owner of the Salt Room of Oveido. On this episode we talk about the benefi...

It is never too early to learn about financial literacy and it is never too late to improve your financial standing as a parent. On this episode I chat with Caroline Dennis (www.nujourneyfoundation.org), financial expert and educator. She gives some great and easy ways to start getting on your own financial track.  ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off fo...

When it comes to language there are 2 kinds: Receptive Language and Expressive Language. On this week's episode I talk about the difference between the two and how each looks in your toddler. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2Xw8wW7cYcMQ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We have lots of great blogs...

There are a few skills that all kids need BEFORE words develop. On this episode I talk about a few skills children need before words start to emerge and some quick and easy things you can do every day to improve and strengthen those skills. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2X...

On this episode I speak with Jazmin Rodolph. She is a star in her own right (check out the hair style she sis for her daughter that experienced hair loss due to some sensory issues). Jazmin talks about her journey to get both of her kids diagnosed and how she was able to be there for her husband when he had difficulty accepting the diagnosis and all that it entails. ------- Grab my book "30 D...

Welcome to our final episode for the season! If you have ever wondered how this "therapy" thing works when it comes to your child then this podcast is for you. In this final episode of season 1-I talk about how therapy begins, how goals and targets are determined and how you can see how your child is progressing. Speaking of therapy - be sure to grab my "How to Enroll in Therapy&quo...

In my practice, I am seeing more kids come through the door with a tongue tie. If you don't know what a tongue tie is: It's when the tongue is attached to the bottom of the mouth. This makes it difficult to make speech sounds. I am so excited to talk with Speech Language Pathologist; Tami Teshima of Duncan Lake Speech Therapy ( www.duncanlakespeechtherapy.com ) about a tongue tie. On this...

To stay home or work full time? That is the question that is as old as time. As a business owner in a field dominated by women-I deal with this question many times. So much that I wanted to have a conversation about it. So today I talk with Terrie Dixon P.A. A few years ago she made the choice to leave her job to work inside the home full time. There were ah-ha moments that you will not want to mi...

Insurance plans in my opinion can be one of the most confusing tasks for a parent to navigate. On this episode I speak to Amy Recor, Insurance Specialist, to demystify insurance terms and get some tips on understanding your policy and getting the therapy services that your child needs-covered. We have also created a checklist resource for parents to use to determine their out of pocket costs. You...

Speech and OT therapy sessions work! That is proven-but did you know that there are some things you can do as a parent to MAXIMIZE your child's therapy sessions and perhaps even reduce the time your child needs therapy. I like to call this my 'fireside chat' as this is my time to talk candidly with parents about what it takes to move your child through therapy. ------- Grab my book &qu...

Getting your child into college is certainly not what it used to be-It takes more than good grades (in many cases). On this episode I speak with Educational Consultant, Natoya Alee(naleesells@gmail.com) about how early you should start considering college, why it's vital to make relationships during this process with college admissions and financial aid staff and why your child shouldn't b...

On today's episode of the let's talk about talking podcast I interview a former patient (and one of my all-time favorite teens on the planet) my 14 year old niece Morgan. She received speech therapy when she was a second grader to address a pesky lisp. This ended up being an insightful and fun conversation about what it's like to be on the other side of the therapy table and also how s...

I have always said that college is not for all kids so today I am talking with Dr. Nykowana Sloan (DrNykowanna@gmail.com )about options for our kids that don't want to go to college. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link:  ⁠https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2Xw8wW7cYcMQ⁠ We have lots of great blogs on our website fo...

Today I chat with my good friend and Dyslexia expert Milaura Spelman (spelmanreading.com). Milaura has been helping kids with reading and writing disorders for over 20 years. Today she shares with me what Dyslexia truly is and how parents can help get their child the services they need. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using...

Summer is coming FAST and today I discuss some options for your child for summer time fun! ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link:  ⁠https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2Xw8wW7cYcMQ⁠ We have lots of great blogs on our website for parents and caregivers.  Check them out here:  ⁠https://www.speechbuilders.org/blog/⁠ Follow m...

AAC (Alternative Augmentative Communication) gives kids a voice that mau not otherwise have one.  But getting and implementing a device can be confusing and overwhelming for both parents and the SLPS that serve them.  On this week's episode Speechie Kim (Kimberly Grubbs) is an SLP and AAC Specialist talks to me about how to start your child (or student ) with a device and how to make it...

The concept of tutoring is nothing new but on this week's episode Jessica Bronner, owner of "For Other Prizes Consulting" talks with me about  the merits of tutoring for ALL kids.  Jessica has a specialty for helping students (and adults) that hate tests/exams using their favorite songs;  She can be reached at www.forotherprizes.com and check out her amazing instagram page @forother...

Because sometimes it feels like someone took your sweet kid and exchanged them for a grumpy teen-his week, Life Coach Tiffany Brooks (https://beyondmeasurelifecoaching.com/) joins me to talk about the ins and outs of parenting teens, mommy guilt and how to make it through the teen years!   ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners usi...

Joanne Cazeau, owner of Koze Therapy (kozespeechtherapy.com) joins me to talk about bilingualism, and when late talkers become at risk for a language delay. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link:  https://buy.stripe.com/8wM29S2Xw8wW7cYcMQ We have lots of great blogs on our website for parents and caregivers. ...

On today's episode I speak with former client, Sarah Brown.  When she brought her daughter to see us- she was only saying about 5-10 words at age 3.  Fast forward to today she is a thriving first grader on the honor roll.  Sarah and I chat about the importance of early intervention and how important it is to find a service provider that will join you and become part of your team as...

Valentine's Day is a holiday that some of us have a love/hate relationship with. It can be such a fun holiday-especially for kids.  But if you or your child has allergies or you are on a health journey-then this holiday can feel challenging.  On this episode of the Let's Talk About Talking" Podcast - I chat about some holiday ideas that are NOT food based and also some ways you can chang...

Today I speak with author and Speech-Language Pathologist, Taye Jones about the benefits of reading and why reading books with ALL children as characters are important for all kids to see. Taye's book, "Liam's Cut" (Tayejones.com) is definitely one for every personal library. ------- Grab my book "30 Days to Get Your Toddler Talking" Now 50% off for my podcast listeners using this link: ...