Parents often wonder whether their child’s communication is “on track.” While every child develops at their own pace, knowing speech and language milestones by age can help you understand what’s typical and when it may be time to seek extra support. This guide, developed by our clinical team at TPI Therapeutic Potential, breaks down development…
Helping your child communicate more clearly doesn’t require fancy toys, worksheets, or hours of practice. At TPI Therapeutic Potential, we believe the most effective speech and language development at home often happens during the routines you already do every day, such as meals, play, bath time, errands, and bedtime. With small tweaks, these moments become…
Many young children mispronounce words as they learn to talk. Saying “wabbit” for “rabbit” or “tar” for “car” can be a normal part of speech development. However, when sound errors persist beyond expected ages or follow unusual patterns, they may signal Children Phonological Disorders rather than typical speech delays. Understanding phonological disorders and recognizing early…
When parents think about speech therapy for preschoolers, they often focus on clearer speech, better vocabulary, or improved sentence structure. While these skills are important, speech therapy offers far more than just language development. One of the most powerful and often overlooked outcomes is the positive impact on a child’s social and emotional well-being. Preschool…
Starting kindergarten is a big step. Many parents wonder if their child is ready in social, emotional, and academic ways. While parents often focus on recognizing letters or counting to ten, one skill matters even more: communication. Strong listening, speaking, and social language skills are at the heart of kindergarten success. That’s where Kindergarten Prep Speech Therapy comes…
When it comes to understanding a child’s communication development, few topics are more important—yet more confusing—than receptive vs expressive language. Parents often focus on what a child says, because speech is the most noticeable part of communication. But the words a child speaks are only one piece of the puzzle. Just as important—often even more important—is what…
