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Genna Nichol
Nov 22, 20241 min read
How to Help Your Child Use Pronouns: A Crucial Step in Language Development
Using pronouns like "I," "you," "me," and "we" are a crucial language milestone. Read our tips to help your child use pronouns correctly.
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Genna Nichol
Oct 28, 20242 min read
Hallowe'en Tips from an Occupational Therapist
Hallowe'en can be a stressful holiday, especially for neurodivergent children. From flashing lights and sudden noises to scary costumes...
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Genna Nichol
Aug 22, 20241 min read
How to Help your Child with /k/ and /g/ Sounds
Kick! Goal! How to help your child develop /k/ and /g/ sounds and have fun doing it!
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Genna Nichol
Jul 23, 20241 min read
Summer Reading Contest
Enter our summer reading contest for a chance to win prizes while encouraging your child's life-long love for reading!
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Genna Nichol
Apr 15, 20242 min read
How to Prepare Your Child for Speech and Occupational Therapy: 5 Essential Tips
Starting speech or occupational therapy is a big step for your little one. Follow these 5 essential tips to prepare your child for therapy.
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Genna Nichol
Jan 3, 20242 min read
Target Word™—Supporting Children who are Late Talkers
Target Word is a program that teaches parents effective strategies for enhancing young children’s expressive language development.
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Genna Nichol
Dec 6, 20236 min read
Gifts For Child Development
It's the most wonderful time of the year! To help you find the perfect gift for the little ones in your life, we've put together this...
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Genna Nichol
May 22, 20232 min read
Speech and Language Milestones 3–4 Years
Your three- to four-year-old has mastered so much and is getting ready to start kindergarten, where they will continue to develop new...
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Genna Nichol
May 22, 20232 min read
Speech and Language Milestones 2–3 Years
Between two and three years of age, your child will continue to develop new skills in many areas. You can expect strong emotions, pretend...
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Genna Nichol
May 22, 20232 min read
Speech and Language Milestones 18–24 Months
Between 18 and 24 months, your toddler will express new words, complex emotions, and more independence. They love to pretend and play, so...
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Genna Nichol
May 22, 20232 min read
Speech and Language Milestones 12–18 Months
Your 12- to 18-month-old is now a toddler interested in playing and becoming more expressive with each passing day! This article provides...
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Genna Nichol
May 22, 20232 min read
Speech and Language Milestones 0–12 Months
In the first twelve months of life, your baby will go from a tiny newborn to a little person with their own ideas. It is an exciting time...
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Brittany Meeks
Apr 3, 20232 min read
Ready for Kindergarten?
If your child is turning four this calendar year, it’s time to register them for kindergarten. But how do you know if they are ready for...
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Genna Nichol
Nov 29, 20226 min read
Gifts For Child Development
It's the most wonderful time of the year! To help you find the perfect gift for the little ones in your life, we've put together this...
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Genna Nichol
Aug 27, 20222 min read
Little Blue Truck: Books to Help with Speech, Language Development and Literacy
Little Blue Truck is a fun rhyming story that helps kids with speech, language development and literacy.
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Genna Nichol
May 25, 20221 min read
Speech Language Pathologist or Communicative Disorders Assistant—Who Can Help Me?
What is the difference between a speech language pathologist and a communicative disorders assistant? Who can help me with my speech goals?
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Genna Nichol
May 11, 20224 min read
Understanding Aphasia
Aphasia is a communication disorder that affects how a person expresses or understands language. Learn important communication strategies...
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Genna Nichol
Apr 1, 20223 min read
Multi-Sensory Boards: The Perfect DIY Gift for Developing Minds
This DIY multi-sensory board is an easy way to help your child develop while having fun playing!
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Genna Nichol
Mar 9, 20223 min read
Effects of Masks on Speech and Language Development
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on nearly all aspects of life. As it relates to speech and language development, the...
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Genna Nichol
Mar 22, 20212 min read
More than Words®—Supporting Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
Does your child have difficulty interacting with others and connecting with the world around them? Have they been diagnosed with Autism...
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