Pediatric speech therapy is designed to assist children with their communication, feeding related disorders and speech. This can include difficulties with understanding language, speaking, swallowing, and using words correctly. Speech language pathologists, also known as pediatric speech therapists, work with children to diagnosis, asses, and treat speech and communication disorders, as well as swallowing and [...]
Starting speech therapy can seem overwhelming for both the child and the parents. But don’t worry here at Central Florida’s First Words Speech Therapy, we make the process as easy as possible, we even make it fun. Speech and language therapy sessions are based in the individual needs of the child, depending on your child’s [...]
When it comes to speech and language delays, parents often ask what to look for, what age should speech therapy start, and what are the early signs or “red flags”. Deciphering if speech or language is a challenge for your child, may not be as straightforward as you may think. When it comes to catching [...]
Communication, speech and language is a fundamental skill for a child’s development. It allows them to connect with others, express themselves, and succeed socially and academically in life. Often times, children face speech articulation challenges, making it difficult to clearly pronounce certain words or sounds. Helping your child with speech articulation is important to promote [...]
