Speech Therapy & Challenging Behaviors
When children engage in challenging behaviors, it can be a difficult and emotional experience for everyone involved; however, these...
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Oct 152 min read
Prelinguistics, Parents, & Play
The first word is a big milestone for many children and parents. But long before talking, babies learn to interact with their parents and...
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Aug 284 min read
Fun First Therapy Anniversary
This month we’re celebrating seven years since the start of Fun First Therapy. It’s difficult to articulate what this journey has meant...
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Jul 93 min read
What is a Social Story?
The term “Social Story” was originally created and trademarked by Carol Gray. She is also actually from Michigan (just like Fun First...
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Jun 62 min read
Free Online Resources for Teletherapy
Teletherapy can be an effective way to deliver speech/language services; however, gaining kids’ attention and keeping them focused and...
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May 152 min read
How to Become a SLP
Have you ever thought of becoming a Speech-Language Pathologist? Becoming an SLP requires a master’s degree in Speech-Language and...
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Mar 272 min read
Motivating Your Child for Home Practice
“Homework” sometimes leads to moaning and groaning, but it doesn’t have to be this way! Speech, language, and communication should be fun...
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Mar 72 min read
Communication is Key
We’re always told communication is key in any relationship, but how important is communication in therapeutic rapport? Rapport is defined...
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Jan 242 min read
This Month in Therapy...
Happy January! ❄ ️A new year, a fresh start, amidst all of winter’s beauty: falling snow and frozen icicles, building snowmen, and...
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Dec 11, 20231 min read
Surviving the Holidays
The holidays are a very busy time. Often, we forget to take care of ourselves while taking care of everything else. Whether we’re a busy...
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Nov 30, 20233 min read
A Successful Virtual Therapy Session
If you’re ready for your child to begin speech therapy virtually, but you’re wondering what that looks like, this article is for you!...
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Oct 17, 20233 min read
What to look for in the classroom….
Teachers, grab your speech and language detective hats! Sometimes being a classroom teacher can feel like the weight of the world is on...
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Sep 18, 20234 min read
Should my child see a SLP?
My 20-month-old hasn’t said their first word. Should they see a SLP?” “No one can understand my 4-year-old when she talks. Should I take...
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Aug 16, 20233 min read
What does a SLP do?
“A what?” Someone told you they work as a SLP. Your child was referred to the school SLP. Your family member had the SLP come in when...
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May 11, 20235 min read
Using Play As Your Engine for Teaching (All the Things)
This past week I focused on the concept of “boy” vs. “girl” with one of my littles. Rather than breaking out the flash cards, which he...
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May 11, 20236 min read
Three Ways Siblings Help More Than Hurt Speech & Language Therapy Sessions
With school being out for the summer, siblings have been a big part of my in-home therapy sessions. From the older sibling dragging every...
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May 11, 20235 min read
Pumpkin Ice Cream Bars & Sandwiches
All the pumpkin spice love started in September, but this past week, we broke it out for the first time during our in-home therapy...
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May 11, 20236 min read
Gagging, Coughing & Choking...Here are the Differences!
This past week I had the opportunity to observe a session at the intensive pediatric feeding program at U of M. This is one of four...
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May 11, 20236 min read
Five Power Struggle Game Changers
Children can be...somewhat of a challenge at times. Dontcha think? When given the opportunity, children are experts in one particular...
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May 11, 20235 min read
Feeding Readiness Signs...Is My Baby Ready for Solids?
There are several key factors when deciding to start introducing solids and pureed foods to your infant. I’m a believer in starting...
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