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If your child is just beginning to talk, or you're worried they might be a late talker, it can be tempting to focus on teaching colors, numbers, the alphabet, or animal names. While those words have their place, they're not always the most useful words for a child who is learning to communicate. As a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, I encourage families to start with functional, high-frequency words that children can use throughout their day. These are often called core

The first few weeks of school can feel overwhelming for speech-language pathologists. Between new schedules (and re-doing schedules, and re-doing schedules), evaluations, screenings, meetings, and getting to know students, planning engaging therapy sessions often falls to the bottom of the to-do list. That's why I rely on no-prep and low-prep back-to-school speech therapy activities that help me target multiple goals while keeping students engaged. Whether you're working on a

Is your toddler saying fewer words than you'd expect? Are you lying awake wondering what you can actually do to help? Take a breath. You are not alone in this. So many parents find themselves in exactly this place, and the fact that you're asking questions means you're already showing up for your child in a really meaningful way. The most powerful language-building moments don't require special programs or expensive tools. They happen right in the middle of your normal day: a