Article explains what augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) devices are, and how they help children (and adults) to communicate effectively. Source: Rare Parenting

A hearing loss diagnosis can be scary and overwhelming for parents of infants and toddlers. That’s why Bright by Text, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA), and the Helping Adults Talk to Children (HATCH) Lab at Idaho State University have teamed up.  Any parent with a child ages birth to 3 years who is concerned about…

Which speech milestones should your child be reaching between ages two and five years? How can you tell if they’re hitting their developmental markers? In this episode of the Planning Playtime podcast, ASHA’s communication milestones are highlighted. Originally published by Planning Playtime.

AAC allows children who have difficulty communicating to effectively express their ideas, feelings, needs and wants. Learn more in this article from ASHA and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Originally published by HealthyChildren.org.

A wonder-ful “Weekly Dose of Wonder” segment from NPR on how babies develop language, and how they respond when they hear multiple languages.

Eagerly anticipating your child’s first word? Find out when babies start talking, and learn how to support your child’s language development. Originally posted by Parents.com.

To help parents and caregivers support their children as they grow and develop in a world full of screens, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) and the Screen Time Action Network at Fairplay (Action Network) have developed Be Tech Wise With Preschoolers! Specifically designed for families with children ages 3 to 5 years, Be Tech Wise With Preschoolers! covers ways that…

Originally posted on HealthyChildren.org. Article discusses signs of hearing loss in children, what families should do if they’re concerned about their child’s hearing, and what the appropriate options are related to hearing aids and children. Read the full article.

A speech-language pathologist offers tips for how parents and caregivers can make dining out at a restaurant a great opportunity to boost their child’s language and literacy skills. Read the full article.

Originally posted on verywellfamily.com. Article discusses expressive and receptive language milestones in children from birth to age 5 years, as well as when parents and caregivers should consider seeking professional help for speech and language concerns.