Does your child have trouble expressing themselves—or maybe they're talking nonstop but struggling to communicate effectively? In this episode of Chaos & Caffeine, Danielle sits down with bilingual speech-language pathologist and ADHD parent advocate Ellie Richter, MA, CCC-SLP, to unpack the often-overlooked connection between speech and language development and ADHD. Ellie shares her expert insights on identifying red flags, when to seek an evaluation, and how overwhelmed parents can advocate for support in schools and beyond.

Whether you’re new to the ADHD journey or neck-deep in IEP meetings and communication meltdowns, this episode will give you the tools, encouragement, and clarity you’ve been craving. We cover:

• How speech delays and ADHD symptoms can overlap (and get misdiagnosed)
• What “typical” language development looks like vs. when to get help
• How to use everyday moments to build language skills
• Why early intervention is everything—and how to get it

Don’t miss this jam-packed episode with one of the most relatable and resourceful voices in the SLP world. Grab your coffee, take a breath, and let’s decode the chaos—one conversation at a time.

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