Helping your child communicate can feel overwhelming — especially when you're waiting for speech therapy.
This practical parent guide shows you:
• How communication develops before words
• Simple ways to encourage communication at home
• What hand-leading means and how to respond
• How AAC supports speech development
• What to focus on while you wait for services
Includes reflection pages and simple strategies you can start today.
Created by Julie Stockdale, Speech-Language Pathologist with 15+ years experience.
Helping your child communicate can feel overwhelming — especially when you're waiting for speech therapy.
This practical parent guide shows you:
• How communication develops before words
• Simple ways to encourage communication at home
• What hand-leading means and how to respond
• How AAC supports speech development
• What to focus on while you wait for services
Includes reflection pages and simple strategies you can start today.
Created by Julie Stockdale, Speech-Language Pathologist with 15+ years experience.
