#514 Speech & Language Development With Caitlin O'Meara

Speech & language milestones & what to do if your child isn't quite reaching themTopics discussed in today's podcast: How are speech and language different? Speech & language milestones What can parents do to accelerate their child's speech? What shouldn't parents do? Overgeneralisation Model & repetition When should a parent seek help from a speech pathologist? What are the warning signs? Skill development Helpful tips Follow your child's lead Don't ask lots and lots of questions - provide comments & narrate 4 comments to every 1 question Add onto their used words Use a variety of words Minimise screen time Reading - slow it down & let them lead We have a health care provider shortageCaitlin O'Meara, speech pathologist & WA State Manager at Allied Health company Physio InqPurchase Building Better Boys or find it in your Premium Happy Families Membership - Because a happy family doesn't just happen.Find us on Facebook at Dr Justin Coulson's Happy FamiliesEmail us your questions and comments at [email protected] omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.