Executive function is a term used to describe the cognitive process of how people self-regulate, prioritize, plan, initiate, and attend to tasks. Oftentimes, we explain it to children (and adults!) as being the “boss” of our brain. The boss has to tell our brain what...
There are so many attractions in Des Moines for family fun! Not only are these great options to tire out your little ones, but these can be great opportunities for language input and learning. We put together a list of our favorite five local attractions in the heart...
We’ve heard this question from parents before, “If they work on their skills with the SLP at school, will that mess up what they’re doing here?” The short answer: No! School-based speech pathology services and private services are both valuable and meaningful for...
Written by: Taelor Johnson, M.S., CCC-SLP Your child’s first three years of life are full of growing, changing, and learning. You may have heard the saying, “kids are like sponges,” and this is true! They learn by observing and taking in information from their...
Written By: Nidhi Patel, M.S., CCC-SLP Fact or myth? Speaking multiple languages at home may cause a child to have delays in their speech or language development. MYTH! This is a common misconception that impacts many families. About 20% of children in the United...
Written by: Brooke Haessig M.A., CF-SLP The early years of a child's life are the most critical for language development. As parents, caregivers, and educators, we play a crucial role in helping them grow effective communication skills. Here, we will explore the...