Entry Level Mom Episode 31: Speech & Language Development with Kara Leeper

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, I am joined by Kara Leeper, Kara is a speech and language pathologist.Kara shares her personal journey of motherhood and the different experiences she had with each of her four children. Kara also talks about her passion for speech therapy, and discusses speech and language development in children. Kara emphasizes the importance of early intervention and provides insights into speech disorders, particularly stuttering. She also touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on speech development.Finally, Kara shares her lessons of patience and presence, and not to worry so much.She shares the quote by Michael J Fox. He says, “Don’t spend a lot of time imagining the worst-case scenario. It rarely goes down as you imagine it will, and if by some fluke it does, you will have lived it twice.”TakeawaysSpeech and language development in children is a fascinating topic that requires early intervention and support.Parents should educate themselves about speech and language norms to identify any potential concerns.Stuttering is a common fluency disorder in young children, and parents should seek professional help if it persists for more than a month.COVID-19 has had an impact on speech development due to reduced social interaction and mask-wearing.Motherhood teaches valuable lessons about unconditional love, being present, and being a good listener.Chapters00:00Introduction and Motherhood Journey02:35Speech Therapy and Online Resources08:13Speech Disorders and Stuttering12:26Speech Development and COVID-1925:06Advice to Younger SelfSupport the showWebsite: booksbybonnielippincott.comInstagram: @books_by_bonnie_lippincottTikTok: @entrylevelmomEmail: [email protected]: Baby2Baby is a national non-profit organization that provides children living in poverty with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves. To learn more and get involved, visit www.baby2baby.org