Is a Summer Social Skills Group Right for My Child? Parent FAQs
Wondering if a summer social skills group could help your child connect with peers, communicate with confidence, and feel more at ease in a group? This parent guide answers the questions families ask before enrolling.
The Importance of Home Practice
At Swanson Speech Therapy, we believe that some of the most meaningful communication growth happens outside of the therapy room. That’s why we’ve created a parent handout focused ... Read more
Early Development: Screen Time
Screens and media are a big part of modern family life. For parents of young children, it can be hard to know how much is too much and ... Read more
Stages and Types of Play
Play is an important foundation for learning, growth, and connection in early childhood. Through play, children build their language skills, social skills, problem-solving abilities and creativity. While children ... Read more
Early Development: Why Gestures Matter
Before children say their first words, they are already communicating through gestures. Waving, pointing, blowing kisses, or raising arms to be picked up are all powerful ways children ... Read more
Understanding Childhood Onset Stuttering: What’s Typical and When to Seek Support
It’s not unusual for young children to go through a phase during which their speech sounds bumpy or dysfluent. You may notice your child repeating words, pausing in ... Read more
Speech Sound Development: Stages and Milestones
As a caregiver, you may wonder what to expect of your child’s speech sound production as they grow. This handout provides an overview of early speech milestones, ages ... Read more
Understanding Prelinguistic Skills: A Guide for Parents and Caregivers
Before children say their first words, they begin to acquire a set of skills known as prelinguistics. These foundational abilities set the stage for effective communication and language ... Read more
Understanding Your Insurance Options for Speech Therapy: Network Gap Exceptions
Navigating insurance coverage for speech therapy can often feel complicated. At Swanson Speech Therapy, we aim to provide clarity and make our services accessible to as many families ... Read more
4 ways to use liquid floor tiles to support speech and language at home
Has anyone seen these things yet? Our SLPA, Rachel, suggested bringing them into the clinic and I’m currently just a little bit obsessed (I get lost in time ... Read more
