The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention
Dinalynn Rosenbush, SLP | Speech Pathologist, Parent Mentor, Communication with Kids
235 episodes
3 days ago
Getting Kids to Listen, Happy Home, Speech Therapy, Family Connection, Communication with Kids, Coaching
Are you tired of repeating yourself with your children or wonder why they don’t listen?
Are you frustrated that your kids argue, whine or debate with you?
Are you afraid you are doing the wrong thing to manage behavior but you are not sure what to do?
Hey parents, you don’t need to stay overwhelmed, exhausted, and triggered by the fuss.
In this podcast, you will find solutions to …get kids to listen better with clear communication and boundaries that benefit kids. All while enhancing your relationships! My mission is to help puzzled, busy, worried parents read their child’s behavior as communication.
When we understand what they are communicating, WE start to communicate differently. This is true of children with normal language development, children in dual language homes, and children with language delay.
When your Language is Playful, you use words that allow for discovery, creativity, curiosity and exploration, which empowers and encourages. Connection is born. Connected kids are courageous and listen better. Connected kids have fewer meltdowns. Listen in to learn strategies for teaching and listening so that your child feels seen and heard and you build resiliency.
Hello, my name is Dinalynn Rosenbush, mom, grandma, Speech Language Pathologist of over 25 years.
I’ve worked with hundreds of children with speech & language delays and personally, navigated divorce and single parenting. Through training and my own struggles, I learned to use specific language in specific ways to build connection. I learned to teach AND USE better communication. Our communication is not only our words, but it is the feeling our children have when we speak with them. Let’s create a home where exploration is welcomed, mistakes are stepping stones, and practice is expected. Your kids know you are on their team. And, eventually, they will join your team! Because, what works for speech and language disabled children, simply works!
I believe all parents should have access to these skills, not just specialists. It is my hope to give small nuggets of information in each episode to build your communication toolbox.
So, if you are ready to build deep, meaningful connection AND create a more peaceful, productive and happy home. Listen in!
Let’s interrupt the way you have been parenting. so that you CAN BECOME THE PARENT you WANT to be.
I’m glad you are here!
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Getting Kids to Listen, Happy Home, Speech Therapy, Family Connection, Communication with Kids, Coaching
Are you tired of repeating yourself with your children or wonder why they don’t listen?
Are you frustrated that your kids argue, whine or debate with you?
Are you afraid you are doing the wrong thing to manage behavior but you are not sure what to do?
Hey parents, you don’t need to stay overwhelmed, exhausted, and triggered by the fuss.
In this podcast, you will find solutions to …get kids to listen better with clear communication and boundaries that benefit kids. All while enhancing your relationships! My mission is to help puzzled, busy, worried parents read their child’s behavior as communication.
When we understand what they are communicating, WE start to communicate differently. This is true of children with normal language development, children in dual language homes, and children with language delay.
When your Language is Playful, you use words that allow for discovery, creativity, curiosity and exploration, which empowers and encourages. Connection is born. Connected kids are courageous and listen better. Connected kids have fewer meltdowns. Listen in to learn strategies for teaching and listening so that your child feels seen and heard and you build resiliency.
Hello, my name is Dinalynn Rosenbush, mom, grandma, Speech Language Pathologist of over 25 years.
I’ve worked with hundreds of children with speech & language delays and personally, navigated divorce and single parenting. Through training and my own struggles, I learned to use specific language in specific ways to build connection. I learned to teach AND USE better communication. Our communication is not only our words, but it is the feeling our children have when we speak with them. Let’s create a home where exploration is welcomed, mistakes are stepping stones, and practice is expected. Your kids know you are on their team. And, eventually, they will join your team! Because, what works for speech and language disabled children, simply works!
I believe all parents should have access to these skills, not just specialists. It is my hope to give small nuggets of information in each episode to build your communication toolbox.
So, if you are ready to build deep, meaningful connection AND create a more peaceful, productive and happy home. Listen in!
Let’s interrupt the way you have been parenting. so that you CAN BECOME THE PARENT you WANT to be.
I’m glad you are here!
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Hey Friends~
When we talk to our kids, we use words that represent whole concepts all the time. We do it so spontaneously that it’s difficult to communicate without using such words. When our kids don’t have a good repertoire of concept - type words, it makes it difficult for them to do as told, express themselves, or deliver a message, accurately.
Today we discuss what concept words are, why they are important AND what you can do to increase understanding at home! This is the fun part! You don’t need flashcards. You don’t need apps. You already have everything you need to teach these words—just by playing, talking, and living life with your child. I am going to call attention to what you already have and know… so that you can be intentional when you are teaching them.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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220 What Does “A Language Rich Environment” Really Mean?
166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here’s how!
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
209 What Is The Difference Between SPEECH and LANGUAGE?
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Hey Friends~
BIG Feelings are so hard! It’s confusing! And sometimes really disruptive.
Give yourself grace parents, become curious.
What if we could understand how our child felt by looking at the color that they chose to wear? Wouldn’t that be amazing and helpful?!!Today’s guest decided to combine her child’s interests with colors to create a way to help him communicate better after an acquired language loss. You will learn her story and how she helped her little one regain a way to communicate better again.
Many times we as parents want to get our kids out of their icky feelings. The reality is that we want our children to walk through their feelings and to feel their feelings. This is an important part to learning self-regulation. We must allow our children to experience their feelings.
Constance Lewis shares her story and the children’s book she wrote to support all children.
Always cheering you on,
Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Constance Lewis, a Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner, began her career in neonatal intensive care before transitioning into roles as a discharge nurse, breastfeeding counselor, and childbirth educator. Inspired by her personal experiences with infertility and pregnancy, Constance pursued a WHNP degree, which allowed her to provide compassionate care to women for eight years in a private OBGYN office. After their son Miles was diagnosed with epilepsy, Constance decided to step back from her career to focus on her family.
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183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language
204 A Simple Direction Made Your Child Burst Into Tears? Let’s Look At How The Brain Processed That!
210 Kari A. Baker: Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences
130 Jennifer Ginty Shares How A Doll Can Help Children Process Big Emotions
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Hey Friends~
You’ve heard many times that a child’s behavior IS communication. How do you deal with that when you are trying to create a thriving family?
How does that work when you are dealing with adoption trauma, a second language and resistance to change?
Anna Maria Didio shares her story of growth and learning that can apply to blended families of all sorts.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Anna Maria DiDio is an adoptive mother, speaker and author of multiple best selling children's books. She is a swimmer, quilter, washed up athlete and baker who is addicted to thin and crispy chocolate chip cookies. She resides in The City of Brotherly Love.
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123 Trauma EXPERT: Santou Carter: Effectively Using Play In Trauma Recovery
171 Wendy McNiel: An Adoption Story. When Gratitude and Grief coexist
08 Bilingual Kids and Speaking Delays in Multi-Language Households
222 Tricia Goyer: 3 Keys To Connect With Your Kids And Improve Behavior Along The Way
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Hey Friends~
Babbling is the foundation for first words. It's a key predictor of later language development AND the strongest early indicator that spoken language is developing on track… and so much more! Babbling is a very important part of your baby’s development.
Maybe you are curious, or possibly concerned. Or.. maybe you just know someone with a baby. If this is you, Please share this episode with them!
Today, Let’s talk about babble … when it begins, what it means, and why it matters.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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220 What Does “A Language Rich Environment” Really Mean?
166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here’s how!
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
209 What Is The Difference Between SPEECH and LANGUAGE?
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Hey Friends~
There are many different parenting styles, types, and programs, and the number can vary depending on how they're categorized. Broadly, these can be grouped into Core styles, Modern styles, Therapeutic approaches. And cultural/philosophies.
you're looking at LOTS of ideas and many overlap as real-life is real! And kids and parents need practice and discernment which develops over time.
When you are faced with raising kids and don’t know what to do … the internet can be an information overload! In this episode we look at the 7-7-7 Rule. We will acknowledge what is good, and show you how to punch in ideas that just don’t have the right feel.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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220 What Does “A Language Rich Environment” Really Mean?
221 Gina Prosch: Have You Built a Habit Of Interaction With Your Kids? How Do It And Why It’s Important
202 How Is Play Different For You As An Adult? Consider This!
201 Leroy Slanzi: Using Free Play And Structured Play With Intention To Develop Emotional Regulation
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Hey Friends~
Have you ever wanted to listen to the wisdom of someone who has been there? Today’s guest is that person. After raising her own kids, she & her family collectively decided to adopt kids and love them.
With those adoptive kids, trauma therapy was needed. She learned to connect with those kiddos on a deep level. What she learned in trauma therapy not only helped her build connection with her adoptive kids, she learned it was useful in all her relationships.
Thank you for joining us in this heartwarming and encouraging show!
Always cheering you on!
DinalynnCONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
ABOUT THE GUEST:
TRICIA GOYER is a speaker, podcast host, and USA Today bestselling author of over 90 books. She writes in various genres, including fiction, parenting, marriage, and books for children and teens. Tricia is a wife, a homeschooling mom of ten, and enjoys mentoring writers through WriteThatBook.Club. She lives near Little Rock, AR.
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Leslie Nunnery: www.teachthemdiligently.net
Book: Faith That Sticks: 5 Real-Life Ways to Disciple Your Preteen (Moody Publishers) by Tricia Goyer and Leslie Nunnery https://www.moodypublishers.com/faith-that-sticks/
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185 Anastasia Arauz Unraveling the Magic of Play Therapy in Child Development
220 What Does “A Language Rich Environment” Really Mean?
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Hey Friends~
When we talk about a lot of stuff with our kids - the stuff that isn’t the important stuff; the stuff that is inconsequential, we develop the habit of interaction. When 90% of your interactions are wonderful, and then the hard conversations that do necessarily come, won’t be as big of a deal. The Key: have LOTS of conversations.. Why? Because the inconsequential conversations have created a pathway to communicate. You have cut a bedrock so that you can talk about the important stuff, too.
This is just one concept that you will hear in this fantastic, golden-ideas filled episode with author, Gina Prosch. Other topics in this episode: How freedom happens when we don’t fear that failure.
Give kids information in ways they can understand.
Helping children learn how to be gracious and forgiving.
Activities that push you to push yourself.. is PLAY.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Gina Prosch created #thisdaysjoy, a 10-year-long odyssey of looking for joy each and every day. Today she continues to promote the active pursuit of positive emotions with her children's books: “Joy! You Find What You Look For,” “Hope! More Than Wishful Thinking,” and “Love! It's Show and Tell” (2025)
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165 Are You Tired Of Repeating Yourself? How To Have Your Environment Repeat For You!
166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here’s how!
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You hear child centers and schools claim to have a “Language Rich Environment”. Do you have a language rich environment at home? You can! But what exactly does that mean? And how do you create that in a way that does NOT add another thing to your to do list?
The trick… is it is all about you, mom and dad. It is not actually the space or the environment. It is how YOU use the environment as a tool to expand their exposure to language. Today, I will tell you how its done! And you will see that YOU CAN! It just takes a shift in THE WAY you interact when you do your normal life.
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Dinalynn
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Hey Friends~
Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to teach your kids while they slept?
Today’s guest says it is possible - especially when it comes to behaviors like bed wetting, and difficult emotions!
You’ll LOVE this episode if you wish for a way to slide under the radar to teach your kiddo - at least for SOME of the millions of topics we want to teach them! You’ll be inspired today as you learn about “SleepTalk!”
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Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Kerre Burley is an award winning international speaker and trainer. CEO of The Goulding Institute, and Owner of Creating Functional Families, Kerre is known for her expertise in the SleepTalk® process, family dynamics and empowering parents in creating healthy fun relationships.
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I love children’s literature! It seems that ANYTHING you want to teach, you can find a book on that and use it as a springboard to help kids learn. This is especially true for social emotional learning. There is power in using stories! One mistake parents make is thinking they need to read a book as written! Today’s guest brings us into her journey into authorship and then shows us …. how to take the story beyond the book! If you wonder how to use a piece of literature to enhance learning, listen in! Terri Lilga shares some great ideas!
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Terri Lilga is a native Western New Yorker living in a suburb of Buffalo, NY with her husband Peter, and lively mini-golden doodle, Sushi. After retiring from a rewarding 30 year career as an elementary school teacher, she revisited her love for writing children's books. Her first book, 'Santa's Simon' was published in 2023, and her second book, “There's A Hubbard in My Cupboard” published in 2025.
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Families often how to help their child in the summer. Since there is no speech therapy with the school in the summer, some families are nervous and wonder what to do!
In this episode, we talk about foundational practices that help your children retain and learn speech sounds, particularly when they are not responding to your attempts to help them.
These strategies, when done well, especially with very young children can change the trajectory of how your child is growing in their speech sound development. Let’s teach you some of these foundational skills! Today, I cover 2 parts: peripheral skills and relational skills. When you get into the habit of BEING this way, your child will come along with remarkable progress
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The language you use may be LESS effective than you want! When we change HOW and WHAT we say, our communication becomes more effective. Today’s guest, Polina Shkadron, is a fellow Speech Language Pathologist who has a wealth of knowledge and experience. She guides us to focus on the LANGUAGE that helps our kids engage in play - and with you - and teaches us how to create a language-rich environment naturally, and at home.
No matter the age or skills of you or your child, the information in this episode will be fun and delightful, eye-opening, and capture your attention. You are sure to get lots of ideas of what you can do with your kiddos at home and classrooms to grow them in their communication skills.
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Polina is a NYC based neuro-divergent therapist specializing in helping Autistic and ADHD kids find their strengths. She uses play to engage with each child’s unique perspective of the world. Understanding the why is not enough, you also need knowledge of the how. That’s one of the reasons Polina coaches parents and ND kids using the latest brain-based research and a cross-disciplinary approach.
Polina earned her Master of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Queens College, where she was an adjunct lecturer for 7 years. She also has a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Education from American University, which has transformed the feeding therapy aspect of her practice. With additional certifications in trauma and ADHD, Polina is an integrator of information, expanding her knowledge and ensuring effective therapeutic intervention.
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You know in your gut when things are not going right, even if you don’t have the words.
It’s even harder when you tell someone, but you are told that everything is fine… but you know SOMETHING IS UP.
This is the case for today’s guest. She knew that her son needed more help in his sound development, but was constantly told everything was fine.
Started seeking help when her son was 18 months old, asking doctors, friends, family members, and more and finally… when her son was 4, the school teacher called out the same concerns that mom knew all along. She was validated and felt such relief. Now, she was empowered, having a direction to go for help!
If this is you, you know this is so frustrating! Hang on for today’s story!
And, if this is you, then you need a person who knows how to ask the questions, who knows how to probe what is actually happening with your child. Talk to me! I can help. And, whether or not we are a fit to work together, you will leave the conversation with a clearer understanding of what is going on, how to talk about it, and a next step. This is one way I help parents.
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Speech confidence is important for adults and kids. Whether you are speaking in public or saying your name in front of a class, we all want to speak with confidence and certainly that what we intend to say is what will come out.
Fluency is one area of speech and language development. Many, many kids stutter when they are rapidly expanding their vocabulary and language skills. Many parents come to me and ask - what do I do? Does my child stutter? Today’s guest discusses fluency issues from a personal perspective.
So whether you have a toddler with a developmental stutter or a teen who has been diagnosed with a fluency issue, this episode is for you!
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Jason Heffler is an author whose stories help young readers overcome speech disorders and fears around speaking. Drawing from his own childhood experiences growing up with and getting bullied for a stutter, he writes uplifting tales that build confidence in kids who lack self-esteem.
His book 'Tongue Tied' is a resource to illustrate how speech issues do not define children. Doctors, parents and people who stutter have connected with the book’s unique message: that they do not need to be "fixed." Instead of chasing a cure, they’ve shared how liberating it is to embrace the truth that their voice—exactly as it is—can carry them through a life filled with all the same possibilities as others.
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Boys communicate, process emotions, and navigate the world differently—but how can we support them in becoming emotionally healthy men?
Dr. Richelle Whitaker, educational psychologist and host of The Raising Sons Podcast, shares practical strategies for connecting with boys, fostering open communication, and guiding them through emotional growth. From “windshield time” to movement-based conversations, we explore what really works.
Plus, the truth about common misconceptions and why middle schoolers need more guidance, not less.
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Richelle Whittaker is a speaker, educational psychologist, parent advisor, and host of the Raising Sons podcast.
As a heart-centered leader, she is passionate about helping families win. Her work equips and empowers parents/caregivers with tools to close learning gaps, find work-life harmony, and maintain mental wellness. She enjoys creating a space to help parents/caregivers explore tough topics and navigate solutions.
At its core, Dr. Whittaker’s work is about advocacy – being a voice and creating the space for families to thrive.
CONTACT THE GUEST: drrichelle@richellewhittaker.com
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Sometimes it is helpful to hear success stories! We know that raising kids is a marathon not a sprint, and that means that success stories occur millions of times while raising our kids. Sometimes- when challenges are significant, we need to dig even deeper to find wins along the way.
Today’s guest tells her story of raising a child with Cerebral Palsy. She learned to celebrate along the way, listen to the therapists, and follow the lead of her heart as well as listen to her son. In doing so, they found success! Non -verbal to verbal to even speaking on a podcast!
Remember parents, life is a journey. Always remember to celebrate! The little wins are important - and they add up! I know you will feel so encouraged and enlightened by this conversation. Grab a cup of coffee and relax if you are able.
CORRECTION!! In the show I said Marsh earned a PhD. I was wrong. She earned a DPT (Doctorate of Physical Therapy) Thank you, Marsh, for calling this mistake to my attention! And Readers, please join me in congratulating Marsh!
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Marsh Naidoo is a physical therapist and parent to Kellan a 12 year old teen with cerebral palsy. She founded a nonprofit digital platform to empower, connect and educate parents raising children with disabilities. She hosts Raising Kellan Podcast and two self-published books.
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Do you Ever feel like your child understands everything but can’t quite put their thoughts into words?
In this episode, I’m breaking down expressive vs. receptive language— what each one is, how it develops and of course, this knowledge will be paired with ways YOU can support the growth of BOTH receptive and expressive language skills in your kiddos.
So, whether you're a parent of a toddler or a talkative kindergartener with no signs of delay, this episode is packed with insight for curious parents longing to nurture strong, confident communication.
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Kids with neurological differences often APPEAR typical until the invisible becomes visible. Today’s episode showcases a journey of one mom - a mom I call a very successful parent! If you know any Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences, this episode will be particularly helpful and intriguing for you. I am glad you are here. You will enjoy this raw conversation of vulnerable situations and real life experiences in any KIND Family.
KIND = Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences.
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Kari A. Baker is a former financial services executive and business owner turned author, speaker, and podcaster. She is the founder of KIND Families, a community of people who love Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences and is the host of The KIND Families Podcast. Kari became a KIND mom in 2014 when her son Brady was diagnosed with autism at age three. She started KIND Families to encourage, support, and inspire others to find purpose and promise in KIND-ness.
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What is the difference between speech and language? This common question is today’s topic. Understanding the difference helps you more accurately describe what is going on with your child when you seek guidance!
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05 Building and Understanding Language Through Our Senses
27 What Good is Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss? 6 Key Reasons to Indulge in These Classics.
40 Helping Your Child Talk About Shared Past Experiences
56 Do You Want Your Child To Speak More Clearly, but Don’t Know How to Teach it? Learn This, and You Can Teach Anything!
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Today’s guest is a mother of a child who had a language delay at age 3, and then was diagnosed with autism later. She worked in special education as a special education advocate. And then she had her own child so now she has the dual role of being BOTH the parent and an educator in the special education system.
We talk about the role of language acquisition for her little one and how language delay was the FIRST indicator that something else was going on.
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Experienced educator, and autism mama, passionate about my mission to empower parents to become fierce advocates for their children with disabilities. By drawing on my own journey and extensive professional experience, I aspire to guide and inspire others to navigate the challenges of special education with resilience, empathy, and unwavering advocacy.
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The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention
Getting Kids to Listen, Happy Home, Speech Therapy, Family Connection, Communication with Kids, Coaching
Are you tired of repeating yourself with your children or wonder why they don’t listen?
Are you frustrated that your kids argue, whine or debate with you?
Are you afraid you are doing the wrong thing to manage behavior but you are not sure what to do?
Hey parents, you don’t need to stay overwhelmed, exhausted, and triggered by the fuss.
In this podcast, you will find solutions to …get kids to listen better with clear communication and boundaries that benefit kids. All while enhancing your relationships! My mission is to help puzzled, busy, worried parents read their child’s behavior as communication.
When we understand what they are communicating, WE start to communicate differently. This is true of children with normal language development, children in dual language homes, and children with language delay.
When your Language is Playful, you use words that allow for discovery, creativity, curiosity and exploration, which empowers and encourages. Connection is born. Connected kids are courageous and listen better. Connected kids have fewer meltdowns. Listen in to learn strategies for teaching and listening so that your child feels seen and heard and you build resiliency.
Hello, my name is Dinalynn Rosenbush, mom, grandma, Speech Language Pathologist of over 25 years.
I’ve worked with hundreds of children with speech & language delays and personally, navigated divorce and single parenting. Through training and my own struggles, I learned to use specific language in specific ways to build connection. I learned to teach AND USE better communication. Our communication is not only our words, but it is the feeling our children have when we speak with them. Let’s create a home where exploration is welcomed, mistakes are stepping stones, and practice is expected. Your kids know you are on their team. And, eventually, they will join your team! Because, what works for speech and language disabled children, simply works!
I believe all parents should have access to these skills, not just specialists. It is my hope to give small nuggets of information in each episode to build your communication toolbox.
So, if you are ready to build deep, meaningful connection AND create a more peaceful, productive and happy home. Listen in!
Let’s interrupt the way you have been parenting. so that you CAN BECOME THE PARENT you WANT to be.
I’m glad you are here!
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
