The Speech Parent Podcast

Today we're exploring the two different models of speech therapy: medical model (used in private clinics) and school model (used in public school systems).  Links from today's show: Join our private FB group community to get your questions answered, make friends, and feel supported! 

Should I get my child tested for speech therapy? Answering this question today! Links discussed in today's episode: Milestone checklist link - - Free Evaluation with Link to State Resources

As a practicing speech language pathologist, I have talked with so many parents who feel immense guilt for their child’s speech delay. But release yourself from that guilt because the majority of the time - parents do nothing to cause it! On this episode I'll dive into the different things that can cause a speech delay - although a lot of times it's a combination of factors or just unknown!   See...

Have you been referred to a speech language pathologist but you aren't sure what that is? Let me help!  If you still have questions about what an SLP does after listening to this episode, send me a dm on Instagram @thespeechparent Join our supportive community of other speech parents! ⁠ Link to get the access code!

Welcome to The Speech Parent Podcast! I'll be your host, Emily Bower, M.S. CCC-SLP. Just like you, I am the parent of a child with a speech language delay... AND I'm an SLP here to help YOU navigate this journey!   This podcast is meant for general education only. It is not medical, financial, or speech-language therapy advice/services. Results may vary & are not guaranteed. Please seek medica...