The Speech Source

Today we talk with Lindsey Hockel, speech pathologist, influencer, and owner of Speechy Things.  Lindsey is an expert in many areas, but in this episode we talk about her expertise in the speech sound "r" and how she landed in that space.  We talk about her business Speechy Things, the Teachers pay Teachers platform, motherhood, her mysterious cool-girl side and stint as a barista, and even some minivan discussion.  Learn, laugh and see why we LOVE Lindsey Hockel!

Info referenced in the episode:

Children's Consonant Acquisition in 27 Languages: A Cross-Linguistic Review | American Journal of Speech-Language Pathology (asha.org)

staRt - Speech Therapist's app for "r" treatment

Lindsey’s “r” cue database
https://speechythings.com/r-sound-cue-database/

Current podcasts:
The Birds Papaya and Good Inside with Dr. Becky

Libro.fm listens:
How Not to Hate Your Husband After Kids by Jancee Dunn 
Atomic Habits by James Clear

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In today's special episode, Mary (our feeding therapy expert!) talks about her favorite allergy friendly treats.  She also shares her personal experience with how her family has had to adapt and find certain foods that fit their needs.  
 
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

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!

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For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

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!

Today we talk about the puzzles:
Melissa and Doug Magnetic Wooden Fishing Puzzle 
Melissa and Doug Latches Board 

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!

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For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

Today we talk about the books:
The Biggest Pumpkin Surprise Ever 
What Am I?  Halloween 

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

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/

Parent Perspective: Kellie Wright, mom of 4 and co-owner of Cowtown Clay in Fort Worth, joins Kim and Mary to talk about her experience during and after as a NICU mom.  She shares what was most difficult, how she found her support, her journey through therapies, and much more!

Check out her company at https://cowtownclay.com

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!

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For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

Two of our all time favorite toys, especially for children who LOVE tinkering, opening and closing, puzzles, and wheels. 

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!

Today we talk about the toys:
B. Critter Clinic Toy Vet Play Set
Thomas and Friends Trackmaster Animal Party 


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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!

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For more information on speech, language, feeding and play - visit The Speech Source Website - https://www.thespeechsource.com/

These games are perfect for learning the early skills of turn taking, winning and losing, good sportsmanship, and early language and conversational skills.

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!

Today we talk about the games:
Zingo
Scary Bingo 

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/

Meet Lindsay Jones, M.S., CCC-SLP.  She is a speech pathologist and owner of The PlaySpace, a drop in playcare space with locations in both Fort Worth and Willow Park.  She talks with us today about how she transitioned from the pediatric in-patient setting at a major children's hospital into creating The PlaySpace.  What toys work in her setting, what toys don't work, what she looks for in staff, how she sees play amongst mixed age groups and much more! 

Lindsay's top 5 favorite toys!
https://www.thehappylark.com/collections/wobbel-board/products/wobbel-waldorf-balance-board

https://www.thehappylark.com/products/spin-again-by-fat-brain-toys?_pos=13&_sid=c3c595a49&_ss=r

https://www.thehappylark.com/products/whirly-squigz?_pos=21&_sid=c3c595a49&_ss=r

https://www.thehappylark.com/products/jumbo-domestic-pets?_pos=3&_sid=92de15143&_ss=r

https://www.thehappylark.com/collections/connetix-magnetic-tiles/products/connetix-24-piece-motion-pack

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/

This is a very special episode about some REALLY good books for children.  Kids' social-emotional health and wellbeing is so important and books can really help facilitate talking about these issues and model ways to self-regulate or ask for help. Kim and Mary talk about their needs for big emotions books for their children based on family life events and share their favorites in hopes that it will help your family too. 

Today we talk about the books:
How Full is your Bucket by Tom Rath  
Breathe with Me by Mariam Gates
Today I Feel Silly and Other Moods that Make My Day by Jamie Lee Curtis  
The Rabbit Listened by Cori Doerrfeld 

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

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/

Super interactive and highly engaging books for toddlers and young children. These are our two favorites!

Today we talk about the books:
Press Here by Herve Tullet      https://amzn.to/3bdJnzH
My First Search and Find:  Things that Go    https://amzn.to/3POLp8r

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/