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

Hey Friends~  Author Gina Prosch was homeschooling when she realized her son “learned best when he didn’t know he was learning at all.”  In this episode, you will hear a delightful success story of a mom who was able to go with the flow of her child’s learning and allow his interest areas to guide how he would learn other necessary skills.  Gina went on to write children’s stories that showcase ch...

Hey Friends~  Kids love talking about POOP!  Adults often feel uncomfortable with this topic.  We are not afraid to talk about poop on The Language of Play - because this is a very important health topic - and an inability to eliminate well impacts a child’s behavior, sleep,  and their ability to learn.   Many kids struggle with constipation.  Have you ever wondered what is healthy and normal?   ...

Hey Friends~  When it’s time for you to think about back-to-school. How do you feel?  Relief, joy, dread, support, sadness, frustration, fear…  so Many Feelings!  And, ALL the feelings might be present at the same time!  Today we talk about the Feelings and Thoughts that come with a return to school, plus how you can help yourself and your kiddo experience a positive return.  … Or maybe a first ti...

Hey Friends~  Today on "The Language of Play," we have Wendy McNiel with us. Wendy was adopted at the age of 12, and she has a fascinating story to share. She talks about her move from Puerto Rico, learning English, and adjusting to a new family and life. Wendy also opens up about her experiences with a speech impediment, stuttering, and a learning disability. Her journey is a mix of challenges an...

Hey Friends~  There are many ways to teach just about anything. Parents often want ways to speed up their child's acquisition of language.  Today, I will help you with 4 Tips to help you do just that, at home. 1- Know your target 2- Notice in Yourself 3- Notice in your Child 4- Call Happy Attention using adaptable practices Listen in to know what each step actually means!  Always cheering you on! ...

Hey Friends~  Have you ever wondered about alternative education?  Have you wondered if home-schooling would be a good option for you?  What about if your child has ADHD?   Join today for a conversation with Karen DeLoach, as she is a successful parent and an expert in art creativity.  She has learned well to see the child with their strengths and focus on training their strengths. She discusses k...

Hey Friends~  Yes, you read that title correctly!  Unfortunately, it does NOT mean to put it on the child for magic results! Stick with me today if you would like to know HOW and WHY lipstick makes a difference for kids that are learning to speak!  I LOVE simple tools!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play:...

Hey Friends~  Have you heard of Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)?  Does your child struggle with auditory processing issues?  Today’s guest, Danielle Lindner,  shares her daughter’s journey in the school system and at home with Auditory Processing Disorder.  You will hear some tips and tricks that helped along the way as well as how her child’s auditory processing impacted her ability to learn r...

Hey Friends~  When our kiddos are out of control, it’s tempting to scream, “Stop it!!” What if? … you could look at it differently and narrate what’s going on? What would that look like? Today will discuss the effect Narration has on language development as well as emotional regulation. When we narrate what is happening for our children, we give them a gift. It’s a powerful tool to help with behav...

Hey Friends~  You tired of repeating yourself ? Do you just wish your kids would listen the first time ? We know people need repetitions. And kids need even more repetitions! But what if your environment could do your repeating for you? In today’s episode, you will learn what to do, so the environment repeats for you! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguage...

Hey Friends~  “When we look at our kids' behavior, it shows what is going on.”  and “We parent differently as we become different.” These are quotes from today’s guest,  Ashley Holmes.  Join in today as we learn from an Early childhood Educator who teaches us to meet our children where they are and how we become better parents in the process!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn   CONTACT the Host,...

Hey Friends~  Have you ever wondered what your speech pathologist looks at when they are assessing your child to see if there’s a speech and language delay? Today I’m going to answer a curious Mom’s question,  “What is your process? How do you figure this out?” I think you’re going to enjoy this story! Grab a pencil and paper and get ready to learn!    Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the...

Hey Friends~  Parents, have you ever wanted to have a simple way to play with your children and learn something about them?  Today’s guest has created a simple method to do just that!  Roll a die and let magic happen as the whole family has a way to learn about one another’s love language.   Simple, quick, allows for celebration, and encourages communication! You will love this!  It's Simple, Easy...

Hey Friends~  Are your kids very different from one another?  Un huh!  I thought so!!   Yet, you do your best to hold equal parenting for all of them.  You do your best to treat them the same, to have the same rules with the same consequences pertaining to them all.   Yet, the response from one is compliance & understanding, the next is sadness and a crushed spirit, and another feels you are u...

Hey Friends~  We welcome Michael Hingston, as our guest!  He is an extraordinary human who has been blind since birth.  Today, he shares his incredible story of escaping the World Trade Center with his guide dog, Roselle.  He offers  insights for parents of children with disabilities.  He will shift your perspective on disabilities and how you can empower your children to thrive! Today’s inspirati...

Hey Friends~  Do you wish your child spoke longer sentences? Do you wonder what they’re talking about?   If this is the case, then you will want to join today’s show!   We are talking about expanding sentences PLUS - what do you do when your child gets mad at you, because you don’t understand them! Grab a pencil paper because you might want to write down the steps to implement these strategies.  A...

Hey Friends~  Ever wondered what it's like to raise kids with less technology and more nature?  Today’s guest is Debbie Martin, she shares her experience of moving her family from the city to the countryside to give her two boys, aged seven and five, a better life.  Debbie explains how living off the grid with limited Wi-Fi and screen time has made her children happier, more creative, and better b...

Hey Friends~  When is the temper tantrum not a temper tantrum?  Well, sometimes it’s the way our children learned to communicate! We didn’t mean to teach them to scream and shout in order to get the attention they want, but it had worked… and they’re young…  And now we want to teach them a new way to communicate.  That is WITH WORDS!   If this is familiar, You will learn a lot and get ideas from t...

Hey Friends~  We live in a world where more and more is expected of us, we are bombarded with information everyday.  Sharon Fillmore, the “Mary Poppins of Family Wellness,”  says that families can learn to see through it all, and recognize the truth from the fluff.   But HOW?  How do we get the squirrels out of our mind and stay focused?  How do we get our kids to stay focused?     Sharon gives fa...

Hey Friends~  Are your kids Brave?  Do they take risks that are good?  Sometimes our language discourages the very thing we want for our kids.  Listen in to common phrases that discourage and how to rephrase to build courage into our kids.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign Up for 2024 - Free Summ...

Hey Friends~  Parenting is challenging.  Being parents of twins is very challenging! What do you think it’s like to be a SINGLE PARENT OF TRIPLETS plus another child.   Today, we have a Father’s Day special from a remarkable dad. He will share a bit of his journey as a father, and how he navigated multiples, ADHD, and speech and language difficulties.  You will be warmed by this episode. Be sure t...

Hey Friends~  Recently, I was in a Facebook  conversation where a parent asked if they should allow their speech delayed child to play sports.  This parent had many fears around what might go wrong.  I understand this.  But we cannot live in the “What if… ?”   When fears are set aside, there are so many positives to see!  I believe the positives outweigh the risks!  Here are 10 reasons for you to...

Hey Friends~  We all get angry sometimes.  At ourselves.  At our kids.  At God. At Life… and more.   But what is the impact of anger in our lives?  On you?  On your kids?   Can we REALLY stop being irritated, angry and upset?   Today’s guest says we can!     Dr. Mort Orman tells us what can happen if we do not learn these skills plus the impact of YOUR anger ON your children.  This is a must liste...

Hey Friends~  All of us parents have experienced the fall out after attending some sort of party or event  - and afterwards our children have a hard time settling in at home. there’s an adjustment. AND THERE IS WHINING!  Learning to read between the lines of your child’s behavior, such as looking at WHAT they’re playing, and HOW they’re playing, can give you an indication into what They’re thinkin...

Hey Friends~  It’s officially summer break for many kids as schools have let out   Even when you are happy and excited about the change of schedule, there’s ALWAYS  a transition time into summer. Whether you are someone that gets to stay home with your children or if you are someone that brings your children to daycare full-time while you continue to work full-time, or you’re in the middle.  There...