Learn about newborn hearing screening and the importance of early intervention when a child is deaf or hard of hearing.
For Newborns With Hearing Loss, Screening Opens Window to a World of Sound
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Screen Use Tied to Children’s Brain Development
In a study, preschoolers who used screens less had better language skills.
How to Raise a Bilingual Child, According to an Expert
Advice for parents on how to raise children that speak more than one language, as well as information on the benefits of bilingualism.
That Viral Video of a Dad Talking to His Baby Is Funny. It Also Shows a Good Parenting Tactic.
Learn all the ways a dad in a viral video is teaching his baby to communicate.
The Power of Early: Helping Families Change Their Child’s Trajectory
Information and Resources for Parents and Caregivers About Autism Spectrum Disorder By Amy M. Wetherby, PhD, CCC-SLP At a Glance Autism can be formally diagnosed at 18–24 months but is still routinely not being diagnosed until age 4 or 5. Warning signs of autism can be seen as early as 9 months of age. Not…
8 Long-Term Benefits of Raising a Bilingual Baby
Originally posted by Brit+Co. There are many benefits of exposing a child to two languages—in areas including language, attention, empathy and problem solving. Read the full article.
Are You Reading to Your Child Every Day?
It’s never too early—or late—to start a good reading habit.
Talk to Your Baby Like You Talk to Your Dog
This article offers parents tips and advice for conversing with their babies and toddlers.
Professionals Urge Parents to Address Communication Disorders Early
Experts discourage parents from taking a “wait-and-see approach” if they are concerned about a potential developmental issue.
Speech & Language Services in Schools: What Parents Should Know
Children may be eligible for treatment in schools by a speech-language pathologist.