The Speech Source

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The Speech Source episodes

  • 13: Why is Imitation so Important?

    In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about the importance of imitation skills and how they are foundational for speech and language development.  Music, games, and all types of examples on how you can increase these skills in a FUN way with your kids!

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    32 min
  • FF 11: Toys! Smoothie Maker & Ball Popper

    Today we talk about the Toys! These are great baby and preschool toys for children. Mary and Kim talk through how they use these toys to work on language concepts with children.

    Melissa and Doug Smoothie Maker Blender Set
    https://amzn.to/3ug5BqU

    Playskool Busy Ball Popper
    https://amzn.to/3I82N4V

    Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development.  From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target.  This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more!
    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource

    We are affiliates to several of the above products.  Our recommendations are based on personal experience and are items we prefer and use often.  For more information visit Amazon.com Associates Central - Associates Program Operating Agreement

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    17 min
  • 10: Why are the First 1000 Days so Important?

    In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about the importance of the first 1000 days in the life of a child.  What parents and caregivers do to increase conversational turns, which in return increases language development and cognitive growth.  They discuss articles that have come out in the last several months discussing what was lost language wise over the last couple of years in our little ones, and how we can work to close those gaps before the school-age years. 

    Articles referenced in Episode:

    Covid-Era Babies Are ‘Talking’ Less, Signaling Future Reading Challenges (forbes.com)

    COVID-era infants vocalize less and experience fewer conversational turns, says LENA research team - LENA

    COVID-era babies are "talking" less, signaling future reading challenges – HotAir

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    39 min
  • FF 9: Puzzles! Seasons, Farm Animals, and Farm Sounds

    Today we talk about the Puzzles! Puzzles are a great way to work on early speech, language, and cognitive skill development with children. Listen as we talk about each puzzle and why it is a favorite on our shelves!

    Melissa and Doug Farm Animals Jumbo Knob Wooden Puzzle
    https://amzn.to/3OlilnT

    Melissa and Doug Farm Sound Puzzle
    https://amzn.to/3Htpq3e

    My Time of Year (Seasons) Wooden Puzzle
    https://amzn.to/3HoHaNt

    Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development.  From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target.  This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more!

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource

    We are affiliates to several of the above products.  Our recommendations are based on personal experience and are items we prefer and use often.  For more information visit Amazon.com Associates Central - Associates Program Operating Agreement







    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    19 min
  • FF 8: Games! Headbandz & Shopping List

    Top games for preschool and early elementary school children. We love playing these with our own children and our patients!

    Today we talk about the games:
    Headbanz   https://amzn.to/39vVCXc
    Shopping List    https://amzn.to/39iBbgq

    Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development.  From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target.  This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more!
    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource

    We are affiliates to several of the above products.  Our recommendations are based on personal experience and are items we prefer and use often.  For more information visit Amazon.com Associates Central - Associates Program Operating Agreement


    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    17 min
  • 2: What do Speech Pathologists Do?

    Mary and Kim talk about all of the different categories that fall under the speech umbrella (articulation, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language, feeding and swallowing, voice and fluency).  What is a comprehensive speech evaluation, what do we look for in an evaluation, when to seek out an evaluation....all the questions answered!  Plus, both of our options on the "wait and see" idea when it comes to early intervention.  

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    33 min
  • 6: How to Incorporate Learning into Every Day Activities

    Mary and Kim talk about all of the natural language opportunities in our community, what our kids have missed out on the last couple of years, and the importance of getting back into some of these environments to help increase early speech and language skills.  Free resources highlighting specific community activities and opportunities can be found on the website!

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    45 min
  • 7: Whitney McMullin, MS, CCC-SLP Using Amazon & Every Day Objects for Speech

    Professional Perspective: Meet Whitney McMullin, M.S., CCC-SLP.  She is a pediatric speech pathologist living in The Woodlands, TX.  She talks with us today about speech therapy in the home environment, parent training, easy and applicable language ideas we can all do, some great book recs and much more.  Plus she is FUN-NY!!!  

    Books mentioned in episode:
    Oh Crap!  Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki 

    15-Minute Parenting 0-7 Years:  Quick and Easy Ways to Connect with Your Child
    Joanna Fortune 

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    52 min
  • FF 5: Books! Brown Bear & Baby Nose to Baby Toes

    The most giftable books for the next baby shower or birthday party for a toddler! These are top books we love to read with children and work on language concepts.

    Today we talk about the books:
     Baby Nose to Baby Toes      https://amzn.to/3zCtfkW
     Brown Bear, Brown Bear    https://amzn.to/3NIuR0J

    Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development.  From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target.  This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more!
    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com

    Follow The Speech Source on Instagram - @thespeechsource

    We are affiliates to several of the above products.  Our recommendations are based on personal experience and are items we prefer and use often.  For more information visit Amazon.com Associates Central - Associates Program Operating Agreement


    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    16 min
  • 4: What is Feeding & Swallowing Therapy?

    In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about what feeding and swallowing therapy is, when to be concerned and seek out an evaluation and what a feeding evaluation looks like.  Mary also gives her top 5 tips to make family mealtime and eating more successful!  You don't want to miss this episode FULL of applicable information.

    Prevalence of problematic feeding in young children born prematurely: a meta-analysis - PMC (nih.gov)
    Article referenced in episode.

    Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com 

    Follow The Speech Source on instagram - @thespeechsource 

    Also, if you haven't done so already, follow our podcast!  You will be the first to know when new episodes release.  We would also love for you to leave a review and rate our show.  The Speech Source appreciates your feedback and support!  Follow here!

    Follow Kim and Mary on IG here! - https://www.instagram.com/thespeechsource/
    For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

    1 hr 6 min

About The Speech Source

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Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon are two pediatric speech-language pathologists with over 25 years of combined experience. As speech therapists, we are often the first professionals to assess young…