As a parent of young children, you want to do everything you can to support their growth and development, including their speech and language skills. Here, Kids First’s speech therapists share some tips to help your child speak clearly and confidently. What is...
If you have a child between the ages of 2 and 6, you may be wondering how much of their speech you should be able to understand. Being able to be understood when they speak is vital for children’s social and learning success. If other children can’t...
As a parent of a young child, you play a vital role in your child’s development, including their speech and language skills. It’s natural to have concerns if you notice your child having trouble expressing themselves or understanding others. Kids...
Do you have moments when it seems that your child just can’t follow directions, or even listen at all? As parents, we know that the ability to follow instructions helps keep our kids safe in various situations. Whether they’re at school, at home, or...
While we often think that children’s speech skills begin when they start to ‘talk’, the reality is that kids process everything they see and hear from the moment they are born. There are, of course, certain communication milestones that most children achieve at...
Along with learning to walk, learning to talk is one of the most anticipated milestones for toddlers.If you are a parent or early educator and are concerned about the speech and language skills of a toddler you care about, this practical advice from Kids First’s...