by Emily | Mar 1, 2018 | SLP basics
You pick up your child from school and ask, “How was your day?” Your child replies, “I don’t know,” or “I don’t remember,” or even “fine.” You are not alone. I hear this from parents regularly, and even... by Emily | Feb 8, 2018 | Playing With Purpose
You can use anything around you to stimulate and boost a child’s speech and language skills. Sometimes the simplest, like a ball, is the most beloved. That is the basis for Playing With Purpose. I help you look at what you have and explore how you can adapt it... by Emily | Feb 1, 2018 | SLP basics
Did you know that pointing at objects or people marks a huge milestone in a child’s development? It’s much more than one of those cute things they do. Babies begin to point between 7 to 15 months of age. First, a baby will point using their whole hand.... by Emily | Aug 24, 2017 | SLP basics
The power of words is difficult to quantify and qualify. They have changed and will continue to alter the course of history. We see that on an almost daily basis in the media alone. I think one of the greatest tools we can provide to children is a large, rich...