What in the World Are All These “Tongue Exercises”—and Are They Actually Beneficial?
If you’ve spent any time on social media, you’ve probably seen videos of people doing all kinds of “tongue exercises.” They can look a little silly at first—but there’s actually a lot of science behind them.
These exercises are more accurately called lingual isolation tasks, and they are wildly beneficial for breathing, swallowing, and speech.
Why We Chose to Stay Private Pay — And Why It May Cost You Less Than You Think
When I opened Flourish, I had the insurance paperwork completed and ready to sign. I didn’t. Not because insurance is bad — but because I wanted the freedom to structure therapy around children, not billing rules. What surprised many families is that private pay often costs nearly the same — sometimes even less — than using insurance.
Understanding My Child’s Speech
As a parent, it is so hard to know what is normal and when to be concerned. When it comes to speech, you might be asking “How much of my child’s speech should I understand?” By 12 months we generally expect to hear our littles use their first word. After that, the progress is wild! Here you find a general guide line for 12 - 48 months of how much of you growing child’s speech you should be understanding!
Embrace Messy Eating
Messy eating can be such a fun time! Letting your little one engage with food and be a “messy eater” will provide great opportunities for sensory experiences and promote independence along the way!
