Emily recorded this one on the commute to clinic - and she is not holding back.

As a Speech Pathologist, Emily shares her honest clinical take on Yoto devices and whether the hype around them stacks up when it comes to children's language development.

Spoiler: she has concerns.

What we cover:
• Why audio-only devices are not as language-friendly as they seem
• The difference between independent listening and meaningful language learning
• What Emily actually thinks about claims that Yoto can help kids talk
• How isolation from shared interaction impacts language development - even without a screen
• Practical guidance for families who already own one and want to use it well

Nothing replaces face-to-face interaction with a human for language growth. This episode explains why - and what to do instead.

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