How long will my child need speech therapy? By Hallie Bulkin This is one of the most popular questions I get asked and one of the hardest to answer! Since all therapy is unique and developed for each child based on their specific goals and needs, no two sessions ever look the same (even for Continue reading
Language Development
What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech?
What is Childhood Apraxia of Speech? By Hallie Bulkin I recently spoke at a local support group for moms of children with special needs. I noticed a trend where many questions and discussions tied back to the topic of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS). The one commonality between many of the moms was Continue reading
60 Days of “Sweet Summer Time” Fun: For You & The Kids
60 Days of “Sweet Summer Time” Fun: For You & The Kids By Hallie Bulkin Say hello to Sweet Summer Time. School is out, the temp’s are up and your children want to be entertained 24/7. Are you ready? Whether or not your kiddo is in camp this summer, the time will pass Continue reading
Bubble Magic
Bubble Magic By Hallie Bulkin There is nothing more magical than…BUBBLES. As a pediatric speech language pathologist, bubbles are something I keep in my tool belt at all times! In the speech world bubbles are key to communication. Why are bubbles MAGICAL? I have seen non-verbal children and children with very limited language skills make spontaneous Continue reading
Does My Preschooler Stutter?
Does My Preschooler Stutter? By Hallie Bulkin Since the beginning of this year I have screened a number of children whose primary speech-language concern was stuttering. The frequency has increased and led to many conversations with parents and teachers. I chose to focus on this topic this month to help educate you as a parent Continue reading
Holiday Gifts That Enrich Language Development in Your Preschooler
Holiday Gifts That Promote Language Development in Your Preschooler By Hallie Bulkin The best way to work on speech, language and social skills in the preschool population is through play. If you have been following my blog posts you will notice a trend where I have shared some of my favorites toys, books and Continue reading
Fall & Thanksgiving Speech & Language Activities
Fall & Thanksgiving Speech & Language Activities By Hallie Bulkin One of the best ways to teach a child a new skill is to center it around a fun activity. Most preschool children will not sit at a table and complete “drill” work. So the alternative is to find a relevant theme and make Continue reading
Halloween Speech & Language Activities
HALLOWEEN ACTIVITIES By Hallie Bulkin Fall is here and the countdown to Halloween is on! This is one of my favorite times of year as there are so many fun Halloween themed activities to play with and books to read to the children! I have included some of my favorite here for you to Continue reading
Is My Child Ready For Kindergarten?
Is My Child Ready For Kindergarten? By Hallie Bulkin As we buy school supplies and new Fall clothing, there is one common question that weighs heavy on the hearts of many soon-to-be kindergarten parents: “Is my child ready for Kindergarten?” If you are asking yourself this question, glance over the following skill areas that Kindergarten-bound Continue reading
Is Your Child Therapized?
Is Your Child Therapized? By Hallie Bulkin Has your child ever done or said something followed by you thinking to yourself, “WOW where did they learn THAT?” And then…you realize…they learned it from YOU? One common example is when your child picks up an object or a fake phone, puts it to their ear, and Continue reading