Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP Originally Published: March 30, 2017 | Updated: August 18, 2026 If your child gets nervous, frustrated, or embarrassed talking to new people, they're not alone. Conversation is a skill that can absolutely be taught and...
Written by: Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP, Founder of Enrichment Therapy & Learning Center Originally Published: April 18, 2017 | Updated: August 27, 2026 Anxiety is common in children and adults alike, and as a parent, your instinct to comfort and protect your...
Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP Originally Published January 2020, Reviewed and Updated August 2026 A new school year brings new teachers, new subjects, and new demands — and for many children, those demands quickly outpace the organizational skills they have in place....
Sonia Strueby, M.A., CCC-SLP — Originally Published February 2017, Reviewed and Updated 2026 Every child experiences big emotions — frustration, worry, disappointment, fear. That's completely normal. What varies from child to child is the ability to recognize...
Originally Published May 2018, Reviewed and Updated April 2026 If you're concerned that your child might not be meeting their communication milestones, you're not alone. Communication disorders are among the most common childhood disabilities, affecting an estimated...
One of the most valuable life skills kids can learn is the ability to be independent and self-sufficient in everyday situations, and ordering food at a restaurant is an excellent place to start. Encouraging children to order for themselves not only fosters...