Before there are words.
We speak to many parents of younger children who are worried about when those ‘first words’ will come. We are often asked when a child should start to talk and how many words they should have by what age. But...
Category: Speech Delay
A CHILD’S OCCUPATION: PLAY & AUTISM
Play is, without a doubt, one of the most important occupations in childhood. It is crucial for brain development and skill acquisition. Kids learn to use the small muscles of their hands to draw and manipulate objects. They use the bigger...
When should I have a Speech-Language assessment for my child?
Parents are usually uncertain as to what skills are expected at their child’s age. Anytime you as a parent have concerns about your child’s speech or language development, both you and your child would benefit from an assessment. Whatever the areas...
Bilingual Myths vs Facts
Some children with language delays grow up in bilingual homes and communities. Often, parents have concerns that learning two languages might impact their child’s language delay. Here are some common myths: Myth: If my child has a language delay, I should...
Help! My Toddler Isn’t Talking!
Many parents are unsure of when and if to be concerned when their toddler is not yet talking. It is important to remember that a speech-language pathologist can provide comprehensive assessments on even these little kids to help parents identify if a...
Early Signs Your Child May Need Speech Therapy
Trying to determine if a child needs treatment for speech and language delay can be difficult and stressful for parents. Each child expresses him or herself differently and it may be natural for children not to follow the expected milestones...
Practicing Articulation At Home
If your child is working on speech sounds that they haven’t quite developed yet and your speech therapist hands you some target words that you should practice, it may seem daunting to practice these words with your child. It doesn’t...
Common Caregiver Questions about Speech Generating Devices
A speech generating device (SGD) is an electronic device that can help individuals with severe speech impairments communicate. At Achieve, we’ve seen many of our clients learn the power of communication and get excited being able to communicate clearly. Getting...
Are You Concerned About your Child’s Reading or Writing?
Does your child struggle with their literacy skills? Literacy refers to reading and writing skills including: phonological awareness (early literacy skills), reading fluency, spelling, writing, and reading comprehension. Why Do Children Struggle with Literacy? Children may have difficulty with literacy...
Will my child grow out of their speech/language difficulties?
Will my child grow out of their speech/language difficulties? Will my child simply “grow out of” their speech/language difficulties? Parents are often unsure whether their child will simply “grow out of” their speech or language difficulties as they get older....
