Podcasts by Language Facilitation Helpline

Are You Being HACKED by Your Child with Virtual Autism? from 2023-12-11T08:00

Are you being HACKED by your late talker with Virtual Autism? Kids with VA are GREAT at using workarounds to AVOID using speech and still make sure everyone understands them. Tune in to learn ...

Use Challenge Missions to Elevate and Accelerate FUNctional Speech Facilitation from 2023-12-04T02:33:22

Elevate and accelerate your speech facilitation by offering FUNctional challenges and embarking on MISSIONS with your late talker. SIGN UP for my FREE Holiday Speech Facilitation Challenge Cale...

Introduce Structured Learning Through Problem Solving - Virtual Autism - Late Talkers from 2023-11-20T22:48:08

Are you struggling with STRUCTURE? Watch this video to learn how PROBLEM SOLVING could be the strategy that you need to earn trust and introduce structured learning. HOLIDAY Thanks 2U Sale: Natu...

FUNctional Facilitation Q&A - YOUR Speech, Behavior, Social Skills Questions Answered from 2023-11-13T11:00

This is a replay of Marci's recent Live Q & A over at her YouTube channel.

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5 Habits that Block Speech Progress from 2023-11-06T11:00

Are you exhausted, frustrated, worried, and unsure of HOW your child will catch up their speech and social skills? If you are ready for a BETTER everyday experience caring for a late talker, thi...

Developmental Language Disorder DLD and Autism Spectrum ASD - What Parents Need to Know from 2023-10-30T10:00

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) Affects one in 14 kids. Does your late talker have it? Tune in to learn everything parents need to know about this common COMMUNICATION disorder that is eas...

5 Reasons You Should Hire a Certified Natural Speech Facilitator from 2023-10-23T09:00

Do you wish you had HELP in your home facilitating speech every day with your late talker? NOW you can make that wish come true by hiring a CERTIFIED Natural Speech and Behavior Facilitator! I’l...

Single mum of a former late talker shares how she didn't stop until her daughter expanded her words from 2023-10-16T14:56:37

Success story Laura comes back to give us an update on her daughter's progress. Laura is a single mum from the UK who made excellent use of available resources to help her late talker.

5 FUN Halloween Speech Facilitation Activities - Get Ready NOW from 2023-10-09T08:00

Halloween is coming. Are you READY? Learn 5 activities designed to help you prepare for the spooky excitement and specific natural facilitation FOCUS TOPICS that will result in increased indepen...

Storytelling Opportunities for Natural Speech Development from 2023-10-02T09:00

Storytelling could be the strategy that helps YOUR late talker start using more ADVANCED speech. Tune in to learn 5 OPPORTUNITIES to use storytelling everyday and 10 SIGNS that your child IS UND...

Virtual Autism School Readiness TEMU Haul + How to Facilitate Speech Naturally from 2023-09-25T08:00

School Readiness TEMU Haul - Equip yourself for natural facilitation and save some $$. Learn how to use each item to target specific focus topics and language concepts. DOWNLOAD the TEMU app her...

TPR Grammar Strategies for Late Talkers with Limited or Scripted Speech #Virtual Autism from 2023-09-18T10:00

Learn to use TPR and help your Gestalt late talker learn to integrate GRAMMAR into their speech so their speech can become more accurate and FUNctional. Information about my NEW Virtual Autism ...

Intuitive Gestalt Language Strategies - Shift Scripts into FUNctional Speech from 2023-09-11T10:00

PART TWO Gestalt processors require parents to use INTUITION to help them convert their limited scripts into FUNctional language. Tune in to this 2-part series to learn what you need to know to ...

Gestalt Language Plus Your Intuition = The Secret to Facilitating Functional Speech from 2023-09-04T07:00

Is your child a Gestalt Language Processor (GLP)? MOST late talkers are! Tune in to this 2-part series to learn what you need to know to activate your child’s natural speech development

School Readiness Metrics + 10 Things Needed for a Successful School Term from 2023-08-28T07:02:26

Are YOU and your child ready for school? This week I am sharing the metrics that schools look for to determine readiness PLUS 10 things every parent needs to facilitate a successful school term....

The 5 Top Jobs to Facilitate Speech Progress and Reduced Autism Symptoms from 2023-08-21T07:45:47

Exhausted parents who feel like ZERO progress toward functional speech is happening…This week’s episode is for YOU! Learn how you could be wasting time and energy playing the WRONG ROLE while ne...

5 Tips to Change Your Child's Mind - Virtual Autism Habits from 2023-08-14T10:00

Is your child STUBBORN, strong-willed, or stuck in old habits that keep them delayed? This week I’m sharing some important tips to facilitate change. BONUS… These tips are scientifically proven ...

5 Reasons Most Parents Should Decline Referral for Autism Evaluation from 2023-08-07T10:00

Did you know that MOST kids who have speech delay are referred for autism evaluation - EVEN when their speech delay is clearly caused by something different? Join me to learn why MOST parents sh...

6 Reasons Your Child is Resistant or Stuck - Prompt Dependence or Prompt Avoidance from 2023-07-31T08:01

Why do some kids develop learned helplessness and others start to rebel against everyone who tries to help them? This week you will learn what causes prompt dependence and prompt avoidance, plus...

11 Ways to Use the Laws of Attraction and Overcome Virtual Autism from 2023-07-24T10:00

A shift in your FOCUS could be the key to manifesting the real, functional, progress that you are wanting. Join me to learn 11 ways to use the Laws of Attraction as a way to overcome any blocks ...

15 Different -Non-Tech- Causes of Virtual Autism Could Be Keeping Your Child Stuck from 2023-07-17T10:00

Virtual autism symptoms are not only caused by technology!

This episode highlights 15 OTHER causes for children to display symptoms of autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and as a result… be m...

Most Common Speech and Behavior Questions Answered - Progress Check-In - Coaching from 2023-07-10T07:00

Marci answers some of the most pressing questions parents and caregivers have sent to us on our YouTube channel.

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5 Signs Your Child is the Boss + Strategies from 2023-07-03T10:00

Do you feel more like a cook, maid, servant, or bank account than a parent or caregiver? Marci shares 5 signs your child has developed a “BOSS BABY” mindset as well as 5 PROVEN strategies to hel...

5 Parenting Tips for Virtual Autism Plus Answers to Common Questions from 2023-06-19T10:00:41

Mother’s Day and Father’s Day can feel very different for parents of kids who are not speaking well YET. Today’s video has 5 tips to help parents feel GREAT about your role in facilitating your ...

How to Keep Your Mindset on Progress and Success Throughout Your Speech Development Journey from 2023-06-12T10:00:58

How are you feeling? Is worry, fear, guilt/shame, or overwhelm blocking you from taking action and seeing the progress you want? Learn what you can do to shift your mindset to get back on track....

Plan Your Summer for Speech Development from 2023-06-05T10:00:12

Marci's here comGet started RIGHT NOW on your path to natural language facilitation this SUMMER. 

There may be significant development in both speech and connection by season'...

Is Your Child TOO Delayed to Help Them Catch Up Naturally? from 2023-05-29T10:00:12

Do you believe your child is too delayed, impaired, or severe to learn speech, behavior, and social skills?

Do you constantly worry your child's delays and misbehavior will prevent th...

Week # 3 Virtual Autism Symptoms Challenge - Spoken Language and Social Skill from 2023-05-22T10:01:06

This is the final week 2 of Marci’s FREE challenge on YouTube is up here on our podcast!

Learn practical strategies to facilitate spoken language and social skills. Are you ready to move ...

Virtual Autism Symptoms Challenge the ASD Diagnosis - Week #2 Introduce Structure from 2023-05-15T10:00:54

Week 2 of Marci’s FREE challenge on YouTube is up here on our podcast!

Learn practical strategies to introduce structure. Are you ready to move on?

These strategies will only for t...

Virtual Autism Symptoms Challenge the ASD Diagnosis - Week #1 ReConnect from 2023-05-08T07:05:06

Are you up for this three-week challenge? 

This can POTENTIALLY change your child's life!

Marci is hosting a FREE Virtual Autism Symptoms CHALLENGE so that parents won't ge...

5 Tips to Establish Listening and Connection in ONE HOUR from 2023-04-17T10:00:32

Marci filmed a really short but profound episode before she left India for Morocco.

In this episode, she shares the knowledge she gained and the advice she gave to Indian parents during h...

5 Strategies to Work With Verbal Stimming, Echolalia, Self-Talk, Autistic Speech Patterns from 2023-04-03T13:25:03

Verbal stimming, self-talk, and echolalia, are common communication stages that late-talkers move through as they learn to shift memorized behavior and nonverbal communication into FUNctional sp...

Stimming Behaviors - A Symptom or A Tool from 2023-03-27T10:00:16

Is your child STIMMING?

Repetitive behaviors are likely serving a BIG purpose for your late-talker. 

Marci can help you learn to use those activities to facilitate natural spoken l...

Allergies and Autism ADHD Symptoms - Late-Talking and Irritation from 2023-03-20T10:00:32

Could your child’s “autism or ADHD symptoms” be a result of allergies? How are you responding to sudden changes in behavior when the weather, plants, or environmental influences such as pets or ...

5 Signs Your Child Has Virtual Autism from 2023-03-13T10:00:51

Do you know about VIRTUAL autism? Many parents are putting their kids into potentially harmful therapies due to this common misdiagnosis.

Learn 5 signs that your child has virtual autism ...

Uncover the Messages Behind Nonverbal Communication to Shift it Into Speech from 2023-03-06T11:00:58

Have you been triggered by your child’s nonverbal communication behavior? Learn the secret to helping late-talkers shift from screaming and physical communication into SPEECH.

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Frustration in Schools - What Parents of Late-Talkers Need to Know NOW from 2023-02-27T11:00:55

Marci is back doing her podcast after a few fun months of travel.  In this episode, she shares what she learned from families abroad and how frustrating it is for parents to learn about the...

10 Tips for Faster Speech Evolution in 2023 -Part 2 from 2023-01-30T11:01:26

This is the second part of the faster speech progress that Marci has curated for families to start this 2023.

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10 Tips for Faster Speech Evolution in 2023 -Part 1 from 2023-01-23T11:00:32

Is your late talker’s speech progress going more slowly than you hoped?

It's common for parents to struggle trying to keep up with the late-talker's complex evolution from behavior into s...

Make the Switch from ABA to Natural Language Facilitation for Better Spoken Language Outcomes from 2023-01-16T11:22:43

Have you decided to make the switch? Families worldwide are giving up ABA, Verbal Behavior, and PECS for Intuitive natural language facilitation. Tune in to this episode to learn my recommendati...

Win the War Over Speech - Choose Your Battles Wisely and Avoid the Chaos from 2023-01-09T11:42:47

Did you know there is a war going on about speech intervention? Therapists, teachers, and parents are battling it out over the best way to help children start talking. Tune in to learn what I su...

Mom proves her little daughter's excellent listening skills by speaking more despite neurological issue from 2023-01-02T12:00:33

Happy 2023 Everybody!

We wanted to start this new year with an inspirational story from an Aussie mum, Natasha, and how she helped her beautiful little girl find her words and increase he...

Win the War Over Speech from 2022-12-26T12:00:18

Did you know there is a war going on about speech intervention? Therapists, teachers, and parents are battling it out over the best way to help children start talking. Tune in to learn what I su...

Language Facilitator Describes What It Was Like Not To Be Able to Use Words from 2022-12-19T16:00

What an amazing interview with Avi, an Anthropology University student working as a language facilitator for a nine-year-old late-talker.  This interview is so good that we had to share it ...

Lessons learned in Australia and what families around the world can do too! from 2022-12-13T11:33:18

Traveling is indeed life-changing, and this is proven by Marci as she looks back on working with her WOC community and had fun discovering what families of late talkers enjoy and flourish on. Listen

How to Use Your Holiday Time Wisely and Facilitate Speech Progress Before the New Year Begins from 2022-12-05T10:11:23

How are you spending your holidays? 

Parents have the opportunity to use the break to facilitate their children's development and see progress before they send their children back to...

Mom of two recalls how she ignored the doctors' warning of her son's inability to speak from 2022-11-28T11:00:19

Magic Barclay’s energy and mindset is something for parents to aspire for.

Now with sons in their early twenties, she rejected the status quo and paralyzing fear of practitioners telling ...

Mom Attributes Mindset Transformation To Trigger Her Son's Speech from 2022-11-21T11:04:21

Hayley is a member of Marci's Community, a group of parents who are guided and coached by Marci using a personalized plan.

In this episode, Hayley credits her mindset shift as she handled...

Psychotherapist shares how she helped her own Late Talker from 2022-11-14T12:00:13

Marci talks with Orlesa Poole, a psychotherapist who helped her own young son use more words and is now so verbally expressive and won’t stop talking!

Find out how she shifted from privat...

Energy Coach shares the significance of your energy as a parent to your child’s language development from 2022-11-07T12:00:23

These two women were brought together by the universe, and what an incredibly connected conversation it was between these two!

Caz is an entrepreneur and energy coach who centers her busi...

Why Educators Must be Inclusive to all Learners from 2022-10-31T11:00

After twenty years, DJ left the public school system early to pursue her life's work of engaging every child in learning.

DJ and Marci discussed several problems that DJ has observed in s...

5 Warning Signs That ASD Diagnosis and ABA Therapy Will Fail to Help Your Child Become Independent from 2022-10-24T11:01:01

Parents of late-talkers around the world are reporting their FAILED experiences when they succumbed to pressure to get an ASD diagnosis and enroll their child in ABA therapy. You can avoid the d...

Strategies to be Grateful for Your Late Talker from 2022-10-17T08:01:21

A study by UC Berkeley concluded that being grateful has a lot of amazing benefits for individuals and families.

Marci shares 5 reasons to be grateful for your late talker out now on Appl...

5 Ways Language Facilitation is More Valuable than Speech Therapy Appointments from 2022-10-10T11:49:48

What REAL VALUE do you get from your speech therapy appointments?

Marci shares 5 ways that language facilitation is more valuable to parents and caregivers than speech therapy, as well as...

10 Strategies to Use Technology in Language Facilitation from 2022-10-03T11:00:22

Is your family hooked on tech? We all receive a lot of influence from our devices and the content we watch every day. Why not take advantage of your love of tech to connect with your late talker...

Help Late-Talkers Improve School Participation from 2022-09-30T11:58:11

Late talkers are often singled out as the “disruptor” of the class because their nonverbal communication habits distract the teacher and students away from the curriculum. This happens when late...

10 Strategies to Help Sensitive, Late-Talking Kids During Bad Weather Storms from 2022-09-29T11:00:14

This is a special and very timely episode about how parents can help their late talkers navigate a challenging weather situation, be it hurricanes or other extreme conditions that require famili...

Mindset Matters- How to Handle Communication Behavior Challenges at School or Daycare from 2022-09-26T12:00:21

"We need to have a meeting about your child’s behavior....” 

Many parents of late talkers receive this note after only a short time in a new learning environment. Learn why it happen...

5 Things Every Language Facilitator Needs to Know About Speech Imitation from 2022-09-19T12:00:05

Speech imitation is one major hallmark used by therapists and parents as proof that the late talker is listening and learning to say words. Tune in to today’s coaching video to learn 5 things ev...

What to Do When Your Plan Fails - Unmet Expectations from 2022-09-16T12:00:58

Unmet expectations often trigger a whole series of unconscious behaviors that could delay your progress. Join Marci’s discussion to learn why so many parents project unrealistic expectations. Le...

Roles and Responsibilites of an Effective Language Facilitator from 2022-09-12T12:00:08

Parents and caregivers wear many hats when it comes to rasing a late talker. Learn how to juggle all of the responsibilities in your role as a language facilitator and achieve positive results i...

Spotlight Interview: How Moms must take care of themselves FIRST from 2022-09-09T12:00:45

Check out Heather's parenting advice, which encourages parents to be emotionally present in all aspects of their parenting.

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5 Tips to Help Late Talkers Have a Successful School Experience from 2022-09-05T12:00:36

How are you making the return to school experience fun for the kids?

Marci’s got some new tips for your late-talker.

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Spotlight Interview: Tips for Language Facilitator Supermoms from a Life Coach from 2022-09-02T12:32:17

Are you tired of the guilt and feeling you're not doing it right as a parent?

Marci’s spotlight interview, life coach Torie Henderson explains the common denominator as she breaks down wh...

Stop Pulling Words - Facilitate Independent Speech Through Easy Strategies from 2022-08-29T12:00:20

Parents love to hear late talkers say their first words BUT many don’t want to wait for natural speech to develop! That’s why so many late talkers develop limited speech that only happens when p...

Progress Defined: Facilitating Obedience VS Independence in Speech Delayed Kids from 2022-08-22T12:00:17

Is the “progress” you are observing actually helping your child become more independent?

Learn why your perception of progress could be taking you farther away from the outcomes you reall...

Easy Ear Fluid Management from a Holistic Audiologist from 2022-08-19T11:16:12

Does your kid have ear fluid?

Even Marci was blown away by some of the tips shared by Dr. Alexi Silance, a Holistic Health Practitioner and Audiologist.

Learn more about Alexi’s se...

Speech Facilitation Tips for Smart Late Talkers With Autism and/or Einstein Syndrome from 2022-08-15T12:00:33

Do you have a super-smart late talker? Marci’s tips in this episode is designed to facilitate speech with those late-talking kids who consistently choose intellectual pursuits of their own geniu...

Spotlight Interview: Grieving the parenting experience you 'thought you'd have' from 2022-08-13T00:21:09

When parents encounter mental roadblocks due to having a late-talker, Allison, a parent coach, and conflict resolution expert, offers some advice.

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Functional Activities to Improve Speech Clarity Using Neural Plasticity from 2022-08-08T12:00:15

Speech clarity is a problem for many late talkers. Join Marci to learn functional strategies to facilitate better speech production that never stops improving with functional neural plasticity a...

Garbage in Garbage out from 2022-08-01T12:00:49

What have you been listening to?

Has the content you have been consuming lately been helping you feel GOOD about yourself and your actions? Has your progress reflected your actions?

Why Do Kids Stop Talking and What Can You Do? from 2022-07-25T12:00:13

Is your late talker suddenly more quiet? There are 3 reasons it could be happening.

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Why Some Language Facilitators Quit and How to Avoid Mindset Traps from 2022-07-11T12:00:35

Have you thought about quitting your language facilitation journey? You are not alone! Many parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed because the mindset traps are real. Learn how to navigate ...

Illegal evaluation of her little boy prompts Mom of to choose Language Facilitation over Speech Therapy from 2022-07-04T12:00:32

Jenna is a homeschooling mom of 4 boys living in Alaska, and in this episode, she emotionally recounts her journey and decision to pull out her kids from speech therapy and opting to faciltiate ...

5 Strategies to Help Over-Attached Late Talkers Become More Independent With Everything from 2022-06-27T12:00:28

Do you feel like you can’t get a second alone without your late talker wanting your energy? YOU actually created this situation.

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5 Easy tips to hear new spontaneous words from 2022-06-20T12:00:46

Is your late talker stuck using the same single words, gestures, or scripted phrases? This video will help you facilitate MORE spontaneous speech with a few easy shifts in your language models.<...

Using Play with a 5-step Process to Take Your Kiddos To Level Up their Speech from 2022-06-13T12:00:04

Are you ready to facilitate TONS of new spontaneous spoken language this season? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time in...

What You Need to Know to Gain the Attention and Focus of an Obsessed Late Talker from 2022-06-06T12:00:37

What can you do when your child is obsessed with doing the same thing over and over and won’t pay attention to new opportunities for learning?

A parent from India shares her experience wi...

5 KEY Survival Strategies for Parents Who are Feeling Worried About Lack of Progress in Speech from 2022-05-30T11:00:35

Feeling CONFUSED and WORRIED about your child’s speech development? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time intuitive coach...

Bullying! Why it Happens and What You Can Do from 2022-05-23T11:00:30

Bullying seems to be on the rise. What is happening? What can you do? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time intuitive coa...

Autistic Adult Shares Her Perspective on Language Facilitation from 2022-05-20T12:01:04

Hannah Harris coaches parents, students, and non-profit organizations on how to navigate Autism from the perspective of someone who has a diagnosis.

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Allergy Season Tips for Late Talkers With Runny Noses from 2022-05-16T12:00:29

Have you seen a change in your child with the SEASON? Could allergies be involved? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time ...

Late Talker Turned Into a Chatterbox When Her Parents Became Her Primary Language Facilitators from 2022-05-13T12:04:25

Catch this interview from Vylet, a 9-year-old who is thriving and enjoying using a ton of words all thanks to her Mama Somer.

Somer, a part of Waves of Communication Community that Marci ...

What to Do When You Believe Your Child Has Been Misdiagnosed from 2022-05-09T12:00:37

Has your child been diagnosed with ASD, ADHD or something else and you DON’T agree? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time...

Intuitive SLP Shares How Connection Creates Progress from 2022-05-06T12:00:34

Speech Therapist Miriam Campbell connects with Marci and shares how connection accelerates success in the clients she works with.

Check out Miriam’s book “Double Bubble”  available o...

How to KEEP Late Talkers Focused on Speech Improvement from 2022-05-02T12:00:40

May is the month recognizing"Better Speech and Hearing" and Marci shares important information about how to keep your late talkers focused on Speech Improvement.

There are more tools than...

OT and IEP Coach Shares Advice to Create a Happy IEP Experience from 2022-04-29T11:00:01

Does the IEP system seem foreign to you?

Beth put together a resource to grasp the IEP system, and comprehend the paperwork to make the process easy for parents.

Learn more about B...

5 Signs PROVE That Your Language Facilitation is Working from 2022-04-25T12:00

Are you seeing the signs of progress? Has behavior changed? Is your late talking showing resistance to efforts to control them? These are GOOD things!

Now there are more tools than ever t...

Social Functional Living Skills Facilitator Shares How Puppets Help Her Facilitate Self Awareness and Community Social Skills from 2022-04-22T11:00:08

Lorie is an educator, mom of 5, and in this episode with Marci, she shares some strategies for teaching social skills to kids.

She even shows her puppets with different personalities insp...

Ears, Behaviors, and Autism Diagnosis - What Parents Need to Know in 2022 from 2022-04-18T13:00

Ear issues can mimic autism red flags causing misdiagnosis. What can parents do? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time in...

5 Things Every Language Facilitator Needs to Know About Self-Talk and Echolalia from 2022-04-11T07:09:49

Is your late talker using self-talk and echolalia to communicate?

Now there are more tools than ever to help you find the connection and speech you are looking for. Order your language fa...

Anti-Anxiety Coach Shares Fun Coping Strategies for Late Talkers from 2022-04-04T12:00

Marci sits down with Hannah O'Brien, an anti-anxiety coach helping parents, educators and a wide range of  children cope with anxiety.

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5 Tips to Earn the Late Talker's Trust from 2022-03-28T12:00

Marci offers LIVE Q&A and Real-Time Coaching every Thursday at 11:00 am Eastern time.

Now there are more tools than ever to help you find the connection and speech you are looking for...

BCBA Shares How to Use Language Facilitation with ABA from 2022-03-25T12:00

Do you work with a BCBA to help your child? BCBA and Social Worker Jenifer Bena shares some tips to help navigate the special education school systems so that parents can bring those skills into...

5 Tips to Help Late Talkers Build Social Connections from 2022-03-21T12:00

It’s time to get OUT! Learn 5 tips to help late talkers develop social connections. 

Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjo...

Spotlight Interview: Mom Shares Top Resources That Helped Her Facilitate Speech from 2022-03-14T12:00

Idil is Part of Marci's Waves of Communication Community and she did not stop until she was successful in her language facilitation with her son. 

She will surely inspire parents to ...

5 Phrases to Teach Late Talkers Instead of "I Want" for Better Results from 2022-03-07T20:00

“I WANT” is the most common phrase to teach kids in speech therapy but why doesn’t it work functionally?

Learn what to teach instead for better results. Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP,...

How to KNOW What to do NOW from 2022-02-28T13:00

Questioning Your Process? This episode of Marci's coaching is for parents/caregivers who are struggling to know what to do NOW. 

Marci has made it possible for families to facilitate...

How to Facilitate Bilingual Speech Naturally from 2022-02-21T13:00

Do you live in a bilingual household? Learn how to help the late talker in your life learn BOTH languages together

Marci has made it possible for families to facilitate language at home w...

Marci answers questions- How to Inspire Change in Habits Without Control from 2022-02-14T13:00

Marci answers questions offers tips to parents who send questions through our platforms.

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How to Inspire Change in Habits Without Control from 2022-02-07T13:00

How can language facilitators inspire others around them to avoid unconscious, control-based methods to create change in the late talker’s behavior and speech?

Marci answers questions and...

Essential Mindset Questions from Parents Answered! from 2022-01-31T13:00

How is your language facilitator mindset?

In this second part of the episode about managing mindset, Marci answer questions from parents so that they can be equipped and empowered in thei...

5 Tips to Manage Your Language Facilitator Mindset from 2022-01-24T13:00

How is your language facilitator mindset? Got questions? Manage all of the ups and downs along your journey with a late talker with the tips you will learn in this video. Join Marci Melzer, Intu...

Advice For Siblings of Late Talkers - Language Facilitation Coaching and Q&A from 2022-01-17T13:00

Siblings are often overlooked in the process of hyper focus on the late talker's journey to speech. Tune in to this Q&A with the whole family to learn 5 strategies for siblings to help make ...

Give Up Prompting for Better Results from 2022-01-10T13:00

Interested in seeing BIG change with LITTLE effort? Learn why prompting late talkers to imitate words BLOCKS speech development and how to get BETTER results FASTER.

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Late Talker Making Noise at Inappropriate Times from 2022-01-07T13:00

Is your late talker laughing inappropriately or making noises in class? Join Marci for this language facilitation coaching session to learn why it happens and what you can do plus ask your own q...

Marci answers Parents’ Questions to equip and empower from 2022-01-03T13:00

In this second part of the holiday episode from the holidays,  Marci answers parents’ various questions that would certainly empower other parents, grandparents, and caregivers.

This...

Happy New Year from Waves of Communication! from 2022-01-01T13:00

In this special Holiday Episode, Marci shares her  5 tips on how to maximize the holidays to discover new speech! 

Happy New Year Everybody!

Remember, 2022 is the year of...

Use BOTH the Ups and Downs of the Holiday to Make Progress With Your Late-Talker from 2021-12-20T13:00

Catch this lovely message from Marci that is so timely for the holidays. 

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The perfect gift for the parents and caregivers in your life is Marci's latest project, He...

Time to Give Up What Doesn't Fit from 2021-12-13T13:00

It’s time to give up what doesn’t belong. Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time intuitive coaching experience. Get practi...

FUN Tips to Trigger Late Talkers to Try Saying Words - Without Prompting! from 2021-11-29T13:00

How can a facilitator encourage late talkers to try words so others can see their progress? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a r...

The Speech Therapist Wants to Use Signs or Tablet from 2021-11-22T13:00

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Late Talker 'Diagnosed' by Teachers and Childcare Providers from 2021-11-15T13:00

Has your late talker been misjudged by teachers or care providers? Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time intuitive coachi...

Helping Late Talkers succeed in School from 2021-11-08T13:00

Join Marci Melzer, Intuitive, SLP, Language Facilitation expert LIVE for your opportunity to enjoy a real-time intuitive coaching experience. Get practical answers to your questions about late t...

Pacifier Use and Late Talking from 2021-11-01T12:00

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Language Facilitator Grandma Receives Coaching to Work Through Family Struggles from 2021-10-29T13:00

Listen from this coaching session as Marci grandma on how to walk through the steps of facilitating her late-talking grandson. 

This b...

Strategies for Trick-or-Treat Prep With Late-Talking Kids from 2021-10-25T13:00

Halloween can be a challenge for late-talkers and their families, and Marci walks parents through the "scary" part of talking to strangers during this spooky but FUN time of the year

Multilingual Language Learning For Late-Talking Children from 2021-10-18T13:00

Do you use two or more languages spoken in your home? You're in luck!

Marci's listeners and clients are bilingual and multilingual and contrary to what other parents claim to believe, IT ...

How to Facilitate Speech When Kids Drop the Last Consonants from 2021-10-11T13:00

Is your late-talker excited about trick or treating his upcoming Halloween? 

Marci shares some super important phonological processes about final consonants that can be troubling for...

Facilitating Words With Animals from 2021-10-04T13:00

Today is World animal day!  

Animals have been a part of human's everyday lives in one way or another, and on this classic video, Marci covers a range of topics that are extremely re...

Real Time Coaching - Replay Episode from YouTube from 2021-09-27T13:00

Marci shows her followers on this replay of a Live Q & A of how a live coaching session is done for her clients.  

If you're lucky you can catch her live on YouTube on Thursdays ...

FUN Fall Language Facilitation Strategies - Practical Tips You Can Use Today! from 2021-09-20T13:00

It's Fall starting this week and there are a lot of interesting opportunities to use for language facilitation!

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What To Do When Late-Talkers Don't Respond - Strategies You Can Use Today from 2021-09-13T13:00

Move past autism diagnosis worry and learn what you CAN do NOW to get GREAT attention and find speech a LOT faster than therapy. 

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School and Language Facilitation - What You Need to Know from 2021-09-06T13:00

In this podcast, Marci covers:

1. Who needs to be at your school educational plan (IEP) meeting

2. The 7 components of your plan that will help you make sure school is facilitating...

Learn About Myopia (Nearsightedness), Tech Use, and Speech Development from 2021-08-23T13:00

If your child has been diagnosed with Myopia or nearsightedness? 

Is your child squinting more these days even inside? 

How about when looking up from their device? ...

How to Make Smart Investments for the BEST Speech Results from 2021-08-16T13:00

How can parents know they are making the right investment to result in the BEST speech possible, or if you are wasting your time? Join the discussion to learn how to sort through the many opport...

Are Your Child's Autism Behaviors Caused By Ear Nose Throat Issues? What Can Parents Do? from 2021-08-09T13:00

Ear, nose, throat issues are commonly misdiagnosed as autism. Learn the most common signs that indicate your child's "autism red flag" behaviors are actually triggered by ENT problems. This info...

3 Reasons Kids Shut Down and What Parents Can Do When it Happens from 2021-08-02T12:00

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Tips for Parents Who Do Not Agree With Your Child's Treatment or Education Plan from 2021-07-26T12:00

Learn what parents can do when they don't agree with the IEP plan for their late-talkers.

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How to Use Signs and Gestures to Facilitate Speech from 2021-07-19T12:00

Learn 5 practical strategies to use signs and gestures as a tool to help late talkers turn their nonverbal communication into unprompted speech. 

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Find Speech This Summer Step-By-Step from 2021-07-12T12:00

Make the most this summer with Marci's podcast episode detailing how to use this fun time with your late-talker.

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Marci's answers parents question straight from the couch! from 2021-07-05T12:00

Catch Marci's replay of her live coaching from parents on her YouTube platform 

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5 Tips to Trim Your Child's Anxiety About Haircuts from 2021-06-28T12:00

Learn how to turn your child’s anxiety about haircuts into a great experience.

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It's Marci's 400th video on YouTube! Catch her strategies to get your kiddo talking before summer ends! from 2021-06-24T23:27:16

Marci hits another milestone TODAY as she dropped her 400th video episode on her YouTube Channel.
We would like to thank all the parents who listened, shared and gave their wonderful testim...

Marci coaches mom who admits to using one of the most common mistakes of parents. A must listen! from 2021-06-21T12:00

Listen from this coaching session as Marci coach mom Elsa from Canada on how to walk through the steps of facilitating her little 21-month old boy who used words at the early stages but now has ...

5 Tips to Motivate Late-Talkers to Work Hard and Improve Speech from 2021-06-14T12:00

Learn how to motivate and empower late talkers to try hard and improve their speech faster than therapy.

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Summertime fun! 3 Strategies to SWIM Your Way to Spoken Language from 2021-06-07T12:00

Late-talkers have an affinity for swimming and having fun in the water. In this episode, Marci shares some life-saving (literally avoiding drowning accidents!) strategies for your late-talker an...

What's Causing Your Childs Speech Delay? Self Screener for Parents and Caregivers from 2021-05-31T12:00

Have you taken the 90-minute masterclass? Check it out here: http://bit.ly/90minMasterclass

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6 Ways to Improve Your Child's Auditory Processing System Naturally using Language facilitation from 2021-05-24T12:00

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Help Older Late-Talkers Shift Into Speech from 2021-05-17T12:00

Older kids with limited verbal skills can shift from nonverbal communication systems into speech when parents facilitate spoken language the RIGHT way.

Have you taken the 90-m...

5 Tips for When You Feel Overwhelmed by Your Child's Late-Talking from 2021-05-10T12:00

Marci tells in this mindset-shifting episode how NOT TO FEEL like YOU are in the bottom just because of the situation you are in. 

Learn what you can do when you don't know what to d...

Will Coaching Help You Get Your Child Talking? Take Marci's Self-Test! from 2021-04-30T12:00

This podcast replay from Marci's live Q & A guides parents if coaching is ideal for their family. She also explains in great detail the difference between therapy and parent coaching. <...

Tech Use, Late-Talking, and Autism Diagnosis - Review the Research to Learn What You Need to Know from 2021-04-26T12:00

Review the research with Marci to learn how to avoid autism misdiagnosis. Plus, get real strategies to help you and your child use tech in a productive way.

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10 Signs to Know When to Stop Your Child's Tele-Sessions from 2021-04-19T12:00

Parents can help your kids talk faster and easier than frustrating tele-sessions when you learn to become language facilitators.

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5 Tips for Successful Language Facilitation With Multiple Kids at Home from 2021-04-12T12:00

Learn 5 strategies to facilitate speech naturally when you have more than one child at home.

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#1 Reason Asking Your Child Questions Fails to Teach Natural Speech from 2021-04-09T12:00

Know the #1 reason why asking questions to your late-talker fails to teach natural, unprompted spoken language.

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Mom increased her son's words from 15 to 80+ and more! Spotlight Interview with a Language Facilitator Mom from 2021-04-05T12:00

Brianna is one of the parents who has successfully reported that her 3-year-old increased her son’s words from fifteen to eighty plus words! She is not even enrolled in Marci's programs. All she...

Tips for Egg Hunting Success with Late-Talking Children from 2021-04-02T12:00

It's Easter Sunday this coming weekend! Use Marci's strategies no matter how you are going to celebrate Easter with your family...

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Learn How to Stop Yelling With Celia's Empowering Strategies from 2021-03-29T12:00

Celia Kibler of Pumped Up Parenting.com, sits down with Marci virtually and shares how she empowers families and teaches parents how yelling can be stopped in the household. 

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How To Keep Your Child Happy With 5 Toys or Less from 2021-03-26T12:00

Keep your kiddo happy with five toys or even less? 

Marci also shares some tips on how to navigate situations when toys arrive all at the same time such as birthdays or holidays.&nbs...

7 Steps to Spring Clean Your Child's Toy Inventory from 2021-03-22T12:00

Spring cleaning your child's toy inventory is an amazing way to share to those who are in need, and most importantly to focus more on your language facilitation experience.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Anxiety and Speech Delay from 2021-03-19T12:00

Anxiety and late-talking go hand in hand and this rings true in all ages.

In this episode, Marci explains the important things to know and understand about the late-talker in your life-- ...

5 Steps to Work Through Tantrums And Keep Them From Coming Back from 2021-03-15T12:00

Struggling with tantrums in your household? 

Have a listen to one of Marci's classic YouTube episodes that helped a lot of families decrease tantrums within a week.  

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7 Tips to Use Spiritual Practice for Language Facilitation from 2021-03-12T13:00

Are you a spiritual family? Watch this video to learn 7 tips to use your spiritual practice to maximize your results!

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The BIG 3 Tools Late-Talkers Use to Manipulate Parents - and How to Regain Control from 2021-03-08T13:00

Learn why your late-talker may be using The BIG 3 to manipulate breaking the rules in your home and what you can do to regain control.

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7 Signs Your Child's Ears are Affecting Speech Development from 2021-03-05T13:00

Ear issues are the #1 cause of late talking and also misdiagnosis of Autism due to the behaviors kids display when they have ear fluid issues. Learn what signs to look out for and my favorite re...

Autism Red Flags Unmasked - Learn How to Use These Behaviors to Help Your Child from 2021-03-02T13:00

Learn what you can do and be empowered with Marci's message on how you can work around your child's superpowers whether they are diagnosed with Autism or not. 

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Exploring Einstein Syndrome Late Talkers Who are Great Problem Solvers from 2021-02-26T13:00

Marci talks about late-talking kids who love to solve puzzles and the connection with their analytical superpowers. 

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5 Strategies to Facilitate Speech When Your Child is "In Their Own World" from 2021-02-23T13:00

Learn 5 strategies to teach your child to listen and use speech when they frequently spend time in "their own world".

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5 Strategies to Hear MORE Natural Speech With LESS Prompting from 2021-02-19T13:00

Learn how you can find your child's natural speech faster by replacing prompting with language facilitation strategies.

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How Luke Changed From Requesting and Scripted Phrases to Conversation in 6 Months from 2021-02-16T13:00

How Luke Changed From Requesting and Scripted Phrases to Conversation in 6 Months

This interview was with Mary Ann, mom of Luke, a language facilitation success story, over a year ago. &n...

7 Keys to Natural Speech Development from 2021-02-12T13:00

Learn why these 7 keys are necessary for natural speech to emerge as well as practical strategies to implement these keys into your everyday language facilitation work.

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5 Strategies to Empower You When Providers Block Progress from 2021-02-09T23:05:33

Learn 5 ways providers unknowingly block progress and what you can do when it happens to your family.

Complete this survey to apply for Marci's podcast: <a> http://bit.l...

5 Reasons Slow Talking Helps Speech Develop Faster from 2021-02-05T13:00

Learn 5 reasons your slow-talking models will result in faster, spoken language development.

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How to Use Mercury Retrograde Energy for Language Facilitation from 2021-02-03T13:00

2021 provides us with 3 Mercury retrograde periods in air signs. These transits are a perfect opportunity to facilitate language. Join me and Rachel Middleton to learn how astrology could be the...

6 Strategies to Try Before Autism Diagnosis from 2021-01-29T13:00

There is no need to hurry! Learn 6 strategies to try before you seek an autism diagnosis! 

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5 Strategies to Facilitate Language During Mealtime from 2021-01-26T13:00

Learn 6 strategies to facilitate speech at mealtime.

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Empowering Advice For Parents of Kids With Autism from 2021-01-24T21:31:41

Rebecca is a parent coach and a mom to a 21-year old young man on the Autism spectrum. Her program aims to help parents of high functioning autistic children take control of their own emotional ...

Mindset Strategies for When Your World Feels Unsettled from 2021-01-12T13:00

Mindset can make or break your progress. Learn 5 tools to equip and empower you for success in 2021 and beyond.

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Language Facilitation Equipment List Prepare For a Successful Year from 2021-01-08T13:00

This is a must-listen as Marci details how you can organize your Language-Facilitation equipment list for 2021! 

Bonus when the parents in this replay shared their Language Facilitat...

Set Up Your Positive Mindset "Lens" for 2021 from 2021-01-05T13:00

Join Marci to learn how to become equipped and empowered to see the outcomes you want in 2021.

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Mom of 10 y/o With Autism Found Speech in Weeks Using Language Facilitation from 2021-01-01T13:00

Happy New Year Everybody! 

In this episode of Marci's Language Facilitation Helpline Parent Coaching, she talks with Mickey,  a mom to a 10-year-old boy with Autism. 

7 Tips to Correct Common Language Facilitation Mistakes from 2020-12-26T23:00

Learn how to "fix" strategies that may be holding up your progress! 

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5 Necessary Tools for Effective Language Facilitation from 2020-12-22T13:00

This Strategy video is part of Marci's most-viewed videos for 2020!

This replay of Marci's Strategies video highlights what parents can actually do in their homes and these strategies are...

5 Things Your School Speech Therapist Wants You to Know from 2020-12-18T14:00

In this special Thanksgiving episode, Marci sits down with her daughter Megan Melzer, a School Speech Therapist.

Listen to  Megan's tips on how to maximize your teletherapy sessions ...

7 Tips to Plan a Successful Holiday Break at Home and Gain New Skills Too from 2020-12-15T14:00

Do you have a plan for your holiday break?   Avoid disaster with a plan that will help your child develop functional skills and improve your connection over the holiday break and beyon...

10 Ideas for Holiday Gift EXPERIENCES Your Child Will LOVE to Receive from 2020-12-13T02:59:54

Are You Looking for Holiday Gift Ideas? Why not give your child experiences that they will LOVE on the holiday as well as every day after.

5 Strategies to Help Kids With Apraxia Start Talking from 2020-12-08T02:04:47

We heard parents asking about Apraxia and in this podcast, Marci shares her strategies for parents to help their children. 

We can't wait to hear your progress!

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5 Ideas to Create Amazing (Physically Distant) Holiday Experiences from 2020-12-04T06:22:05

We might not have the same holiday experience this year, worry not! Marci shares these fun ideas to create an amazing time while practicing social distancing during the holidays! 

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Help Your Strong-Willed Late-Talker Learn to Compromise! from 2020-11-06T04:49:31

In this replay of Marci's live Q & A, she helps parents learn how they can help your strong-willed child discover how to use natural speech! 

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How to Set Up Your Child's Environment for Learning and Rev Up Recess - Spotlight Interview from 2020-07-01T20:16:45

Olivia Weisinger is a PT, Mom, and Play Ambassador who is sharing her strategies to set up your child's environment in a way that facilitates natural learning opportunities.

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Forensic Psyc Mom Analyzes How Marci Can Help Find Her Son’s Speech Even With His Rare Genetic Disorder from 2020-05-30T21:02:49

This Full-time essential worker Mom and her husband have been watching My videos on Facebook and YouTube. Mom is already convinced that language facilitation is her best chance to find her son’s...

What to Do About Ear-Shutting Behavior? from 2020-05-08T17:42:51

Today's episode is a segment from one of my community coaching sessions. This mom has a 3-year-old who has a history of ear fluid and sensitivity to sounds. He has demonstrated the behavior of h...

Mom Can't Stop Prompting! Marci Helps Explain the Way from 2020-04-24T14:49:39

Dream has a 9-year-old who uses only occasional single words and needs-based language. She has used multiple different interventions and is currently doing play-based intervention and ABA withou...

Mom Finds Speech Progress With her 9-Year-Old While Working From Home - Coaching Session from 2020-04-17T13:27:44

One of the Moms in my Lifetime coaching program worked with me to develop her home language facilitation plan and she is getting more progress than she saw in therapy! 

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3 Tips to Teach Late-Talking Kids About Using PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) from 2020-04-14T14:21:38

Learn how to teach your child about this necessary safety precaution that will be part of our lives for a while to come. Teach your child NOW before you go out so the transition is easy, happy, ...

She Found Clear Speech Herself in Half the Time of Therapy While Having FUN from 2020-04-10T12:38:06

Olivia has been in my program for 18 months. She was overwhelmed by the effort to get her child to therapy and losing sleep over the slow progress. Now, this mom has learned to facilitate speech...

8 Easy Outdoor Strategies to Facilitate Language from 2020-04-03T15:57:07

Even during social distancing, your immediate family can get out in your yard and facilitate language.

These easy strategies can help you find your child's speech when you implement them ...

Mom of 4 y/o With Chronic Ear Fluid Finds His Words When ABA Failed from 2020-04-03T11:50:17

This session I am talking with a mom who has a 4.5-year-old son who is late talking due to a history of chronic ear fluid both with and without infection over a lot of his toddler years....