by Amy Yacoub | Jun 3, 2021 | General
Summer is here! School is out (or almost out) and it’s time to hit the beach! Having some sun and fun is the perfect time to incorporate a few simple strategies that can improve your child’s speech and language skills. With all of the sensory input your... 
by Amy Yacoub | May 28, 2021 | General
Millions of children in the United States are exposed to more than one language. As a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist, I always encourage parents to speak to their child at home in whatever their (the parents’) dominant language is. That means, if you... 
by Amy Yacoub | May 14, 2021 | General
In honor of May being Better Speech and Hearing Month, let’s talk about what a Speech Therapist (also known as “Speech-Language Pathologist) does, and when your child should see one! What is a Speech Therapist? A Speech Therapist is a nationally certified,... 
by Amy Yacoub | May 5, 2021 | General
April showers bring May flowers! And, some fun activities for the kids! It’s a great time to get outdoors with your children and celebrate all things Spring. Enjoy bonding time with your children while using some simple strategies to boost their speech and... 
by Amy Yacoub | May 1, 2021 | General
Dyslexia is a term that many people have heard of but may not completely understand. It’s a fairly common reading disorder, affecting as many as 43.5 million Americans. About 3.5% of students in the U.S. receive special education for reading difficulties. And... 
by Amy Yacoub | Apr 26, 2021 | General
Arguably one of the most important parts of a child’s day is playtime! Children learn an incredible amount of information, language and other developmental skills through play. And as simple as it may seem, there’s a little more to a child’s play...
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