Every child develops speech and language skills at their own rate, making the range of what is considered normal very broad. While it is perfectly normal to mispronounce words on occasion, it can make it easy to overlook an issue. As parents, we can’t help but worry. Is my child meeting the developmental milestones? “We [...]
When it comes to speech therapy here in Central Florida, it can be overwhelming. Navigating through the process, from not knowing what to expect to how long will your child need it, partnering with First Words Speech Therapy will help guide you and your child through the journey. Guided journey for your child’s speech therapy [...]
Speech therapy addressed challenges communication and language. The goal is to help children communicate more effectively and functional ways. For those children with autism, it can improve their nonverbal, verbal and social communication. If you have a child who is autistic, you are not alone. The CDC estimates 1 in 59 children will be diagnosed [...]
When it comes to speech and language delays, early intervention is vital. Research consistently shows, early intervention, especially during the critical times of a child’s development, can significantly improve the outcome in academic success, social interactions, and communication skills. In the first few years of a child’s life, they rapidly develop speech and language skills. [...]
