The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention

Hello Friends, Today we celebrate 50 Episodes!  And, we continue the conversation from last time.  Your child - No Doubt - does things that make NO SENSE to you!~  We are left scratching our heads in wonder or leaving you in a state of frustration!  We ask "Why did you do that!?" half meaning "stop it!" and half authentically inquiring.  Last time, we considered the power of the authentic, curious...

Hello Friends, I am glad you are here!  Happy Memorial Day 2023 to my American listeners! Your child - No Doubt - does things that make NO SENSE to you!~  We are left scratching our heads in wonder or leaving you in a state of frustration!  We ask "Why did you do that!?" half meaning "stop it!" and half authentically inquiring.  Today, we will discuss that authentic inquiry.  Come learn how to ask...

Hello Friends, Are you wondering how to have a happy summer? Do you want ideas for making the transition from the structured school schedule into the freedom and ease of summer?  But it’s not always easy?  Join today for one effective – and easy – idea that settles a brain and gives a language building opportunity at the same time!  I am glad you are here!  Happy Memorial Day 2023! I am cheering y...

Welcome back, Parents!   Today, Jaci Finneman of No Problem Parenting is joining me for a conversation!  Our topics are about her books (found in links below), making REPAIRS after conflict, your expertise as a parent, and so much more.  Thank you for listening! You will be glad you did!  Parents, WE are Cheering you on!  Dinalynn  Contact Dinalynn:   hello@thelanguageofplay.com Booking Link for a...

Hello Parents!   Do you have a Solo cup with a plant in it.  Perhaps you are forgetting to water it or are wondering where to put it?  Today, we will discuss the wonderful, powerful language learning that comes when using nature - even a little marigold in a cup!  We will also discuss how to use that experience to relate to other areas of life, so you have more tools in your parenting tool box!  L...

Hello Friends, When we tell our children to do something, does it happen that they disappear?  Either they do what was asked but never return OR they head off do the thing, but get distracted along the way and they forget!  It’s gone from their thoughts!   Today’s episode is to help you have a plan, a strategy to help your kids learn to return and to follow through until all tasks are completed.  ...

Hey Friends!  Does it feel weird to tell your kids, "We are celebrating Mother's Day!" if you are only  talking about yourself?  We moms often feel like we can celebrate another mom, but ourselves, "well, we don't need to do that."  This isn't healthy thinking, but it is REAL! This episode will explain how Celebrating YOU is really good for your kids.  And, I hope you feel loved and cared for alon...

Good Morning to you!   Up very early today, I listened to the birds after a rain.  So beautiful!  How do you use these amazing, beautiful experiences in nature to build your child's listening skills, - or even Your own?  Join today to learn how! Plus You will experience a time to relax into the practice, by yourself or shared with another, even your child!  Enjoying the calm and peace that comes b...

Hello Listeners,  Potty Training can be a very frustrating experience! But today, you will hear how Gwen used a method called Elimination Communication to teach her child, starting at 6 months!  She tells the steps she used to get her child to understand and communicate back, before he could talk, that he was ready to poop!  Get ready to have all your current ideas flush down the toilet as you lau...

Hey Friends, How do you listen to what your child is NOT saying?  The tantrums give us something to listen to!  But that is NOT what WE want!  Is there a way to look at that tantrum or frustration and SEE what your child's body is saying?   Good practice for this comes when you have BIG, positive adjustments in your household. Maybe it is a new baby. Maybe a big trip. Maybe you are moving homes. ...

Hello Friends, Helping our children tell their experiences is an important task!  It's HOW we build connection.  Today's episode answers the question, "How do I get my child to talk about the past?"  The father that asked this question has a 2 year old, but this strategy is good for any age, including when a child has a delay or is learning a second or dual language!   Enjoy this one strategy, sim...

Hey Friend, Thank you for joining to continue the conversation in this part 2, with Cheyanne Cleyman. When kids learn language in a dual-language environment, there are some unique challenges.  Today's guest shares some of her fun, funny, and of course, very rewarding experiences in having a complex family.  Cheyanne Cleyman lives with her husband in his home country of Belgium. In today's episode...

Hey Friend, When kids learn language in a dual-language environment, there are some unique challenges.  Today's guest shares some of her fun, funny, and rewarding experiences in having a complex family.  Cheyanne Cleyman lives with her husband in his home country of Belgium. In today's episode you will learn about how she built connection with a teenage step-daughter that spoke only Dutch while Ch...

Hello Parents!   In the last episode, we talked about tantrums and meltdowns.  Sometimes sharing leads us right to an immediate tantrum or meltdown!  Why don't our kids what to share!??  What if I said you can change that change when you change your language?  Listen in to find a remarkable tool in understanding how to break apart the concept of Sharing into smaller chunks and teaching those chunk...

Hey Friends,  Today, we are talking about the dreaded Tantrums and Meltdowns.  Did you know they are NOT the same thing?  When you identify what is actually going on for your kiddo, you respond differently.  No matter your child’s age, when we really understand what is happening, we can be more helpful. Join today to learn the difference between tantrums and meltdowns, how to know, and ways you ca...

Hello Parents!  We all have words we tell ourselves about ourselves.  Those words in our minds are sometimes kind, but often those words and messages are unkind! Instead of helping us meet our goals, those voices sabotage us. Our kids are the same way. The persistent message that derails what you really want is your "Saboteur."  We ALL have them and the patterns were established early in life.  Th...

Hey Parents!  If you are hosting for Easter, You know how difficult it is to plan, clean, cook, and prepare all the details for the celebration... even when you love doing it!  It is a lot of time and effort.  Your day is even trickier if you have little ones under foot, kids that "meant to help" or those that have excuses.  Today's episode is to help you create a plan for your family to all parti...

Hey Friends, Today is LAST ONE of this series titled: “Why won’t the kids Listen!?”  TODAY we will talk about those BiG EMoTioNs!  Whew!  What do we do with those BiG EMoTioNs!??  How do emotions impact listening and how can we use them to increase relationship, connection, and listening?  Now grab your hot tea and whatever cozy thing you need for talking about BiG EMoTioNs!! :)  Thank you for joi...

Hello Parents and Friends!  Today is part 4 of the Series, “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!??”  There are many factors that impact a child’s ability to learn.  Today, we are talking about how sometimes WE can get in the way and interfere with what we actually want to teach!  We have ALL done it.  So, grab your LaCroix and your favorite pen & notebook so you can add to your list of strategies and possib...

Hey Friends,  We are in part 4 of the series , “Why won’t the kids Listen!?”  We are unpacking several factors that influence a child’s ability to do as told. Today’s topic is How to BUILD LISTENING SKILLS!  Grab your notebook where you have been taking notes during this series and add to your arsenal of ideas! Grab your favorite beverage and cozy blanket as I mention many ideas briefly, so warm u...

Hello Friends,  In PART 3 of this episode SERIES, "Why Won't the Kids Listen!?"  We unpack 3 patterns of auditory processing struggles.  This is when a child doesn't actually process what they hear, you can think of it as struggling to process language. Even if your child is good with language, the activities are still great BRAIN EXERCISES and are helpful for all ages while learning new informati...

Hey Parents,  Why won’t the kids Listen!? You ask! Sometimes our kids just do not do as they are told! There are many factors that influence a child’s ability to do as told.  In this SERIES of episodes, we shall unpack some of those reasons!  After each episode, you will know what to explore with your child, on a specific topic!  So grab a cup of coffee along with your notebook and pen. You will w...

Hey Friend, Why won’t the kids Listen!?? You ask!  There are many factors that influence a child’s ability to do as told.  In this mini-SERIES of episodes, we shall unpack some of those reasons!  After each episode, you will know what to explore watch for in your child, on each specific topic!  So grab a cup of coffee along with your notebook and pen. You will want this arsenal of ideas to add to...

Hey Friends,  Have you ever wondered what good those sing-song, rhythmic rhymes are?  Many parents struggle to use non-sense with their kids.  And, anything not understood is non-sense, right?  Well, let's dig in and figure out why Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss are so popular.  When we consider your child's brain, you will understand the value of these tools much better.   OFFER:  For parents that wa...

Hey Friends,  Big upsets!  They happens so quickly!  How do you help your children to build tolerance for the frustrations that happen in life?  Join today, as we discuss what you can do DURING a struggle, AFTER the struggle, and two things to do BEFOREHAND, to prepare your child, which will give them tools to manage those big feelings!    Grab a pen and paper. You might want to jot down these tip...