What is “presuming competence”? What does that look like in real life?

In this post, I will talk all about presuming competence and why it is at the core of a lot of my work at CB Speech Therapy LLC.

When parents hear “early support,” they sometimes worry it means something is seriously wrong. Read more about how early support is a proactive, empowering step that helps children communicate more effectively during the years when their brains are most flexible and taking so much in.

Supporting your child’s language development doesn’t require extra time, special materials, or perfectly-planned activities that you saw on Instagram.

Some of the best opportunities for language learning happen during everyday routines. That means meals, bath time, getting dressed, and play.

My goal with this post is for you to feel empowered to intentionally incorporate language into your everyday routines.

If you’ve ever found yourself Googling “How many words should my child say by age two?”, you’re not alone.

Speech and language milestones can be helpful, but they can also feel overwhelming or maybe even anxiety-provoking. There are a lot of things to read out there!

My goal in this post will is to help you better understand what milestones are, how to use them appropriately, and when to seek support.

Before words come connection.

Connection is at the core of why we communicate & communication is how we connect. So why wouldn't that be a huge focus of good, speech-language therapy. In this post, I’ll elaborate a bit more on what that looks like.

When parents hear the term AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), it often comes with a lot of questions — and sometimes a lot of fear.

AAC is not a last resort, and it is not only for children who will never speak. In fact, research consistently shows that many children — both speaking and nonspeaking — can benefit from AAC to support communication, language development, and participation in daily life.

Let’s break it down using the AAC 5 W’s (and How) in a clear, parent-friendly way.

Parents often ask: “How can I help my child speak more clearly?” Supporting speech development at home is one of the most powerful ways to complement therapy.

At CB Speech Therapy LLC, I provide private-pay, in-home pediatric speech therapy in New Jersey, and I’m passionate about giving families practical, research-backed strategies they can use every day.

In this post, I’ll share 5 things you can do today to support your child’s speech development.

Parents often wonder how they can help their child’s speech and language skills at home. Even a few minutes of intentional interaction each day can make a big difference.

At CB Speech Therapy LLC, I provide private-pay, in-home pediatric speech therapy in New Jersey, and I love empowering families with practical strategies they can use right away.

In this post, I’ll share 5 research-backed things you can do today to support your child’s language development.

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