Does Peppa Pig Give Kids a British Accent? And Other Questions for Speech Therapist Rachel Moon

Rachel Moon, founder of Remedy Speech Therapy, joins The People You Meet in Old Town podcast to share her journey from early intervention specialist to private practice owner. Rachel breaks down what speech-language pathology covers, from articulation disorders and language delays to autism and stuttering, and offers practical guidance for parents of young children. Rachel walks us through key developmental milestones parents should watch for in the first two years of life, the power of reading aloud and reducing screen time, and how to make the most of educational shows like Ms. Rachel and Danny Go! She also addresses common parental concerns about bilingual households, accent development, and when to seek a professional evaluation for speech impediments.Remedy Speech Therapy is a boutique pediatric speech and occupational therapy practice offering personalized, evidence-based care that nurtures confidence, connection and communication - one child at a time. To learn more about Remedy's speech therapy, occupational therapy, myofunctional therapy, literacy groups, literacy tutoring, k-5 tutoring, feeding therapy and much more, please visit https://www.remedyspeechtherapy.com.Timestamps:00:00 When Kids Start Talking01:05 Meet Rachel Moon02:30 What Speech Therapy Covers03:41 Milestones and Red Flags04:42 Reading and Play Tips05:29 Screen Time Done Right06:58 Sounds Kids Grow Into08:00 Bilingualism and Delays09:47 Accents and Environment11:55 Building Remedy Practice13:04 Finding Therapy and Classes14:17 Old Town Lightning Round15:44 Wrap Up and ThanksAround Old Town and beyond:• Remedy Speech Therapy: Old Town Alexandria | remedyspeechtherapy.com | IG: @remedyspeechtherapy• Landini Brothers: 115 King St | landinibrothers.com | IG: @landinibrothers• For Five Coffee: 1800C Diagonal Rd | forfivecoffee.com• Happy Place: Waterfront, Old Town Alexandria | IG: @happyplaceoldtown