A Letter to Mom from Your Daughter with Down syndrome

Dear Mom…

How to Talk to Your Children About Disabilities

Talking to your children about disabilities does not have to be scary or awkward. There are so many little things you can do on a daily basis to educate your children! I have compiled by top five tips to increase your child’s disability awareness to create a more inclusive home and community.

Early Warning Signs of a Language Delay

Last week, I shared Early Warning Signs of a Speech Delay for Infants and Early Warning Signs of a Speech Delay for 18+ Months, and today I want to share Early Warning Signs of a Language Delay!

To review, let’s talk about the difference between speech and language! It gets confusing for some people, because the two words are often lumped together (i.e., “speech language pathologist,” “speech language impairment,” “speech language evaluation”), but they really do refer to two different things. Speech, or articulation, refers to how we say sounds. Voice (how our vocal folds vibrate to create sound) and fluency (the rhythm of speech) are also frequently included when we talk about speech. According to the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), language refers to the words we use and how we use them to share ideas and get what we want.

My Instagram Fam | Disability Awareness

I have met so many amazing people through social media, so I have decided to start a new series on the blog called My Instagram Fam. I am constantly inspired by these accounts and I want to share them with you all today in the hope that you will be inspired, too! If you’re looking for some positivity and light in your social media feed, I strongly encourage you to follow these amazing accounts!

Mastering Your Child's IEP : The Complete Guide

The IEP process can be daunting for many parents. As a school SLP, I am very familiar with the process and I average 1-2 IEPs per week. In this FREE guide, I am breaking down the IEP process into five steps to help parents navigate the intricacies of the IEP process. Whether this is your first or your tenth IEP, my goal is to help you be more prepared and confident so you can #advocatelikeamother

Must-See Short Film About Disabilities

Disney+ has been all the rage over the past few weeks and Float was nothing short of pure magic. Written, directed and produced by Bobby Rubio, this short film will touch you in ways you didn’t know possible. Based off of Rubio’s own relationship with his son, Float is a beautiful metaphor for autism, but will touch anyone affected by different needs.