The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention Podcast

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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

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Terri Lilga is a native Western New Yorker living in a suburb of Buffalo, NY. She is a retired elementary school teacher with a 30-year career, and an author of children's books including 'Santa's Simon' and 'There's A Hubbard in My Cupboard'.
Polina Shkadron is a NYC-based neurodivergent 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. She has a Master of Arts in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Queens College, and a Master of Science in Nutrition Education from American University. She also holds certifications in trauma and ADHD, and coaches parents and neurodivergent children using brain-based research and a cross-disciplinary approach.
Suzanne Culberg is The Nope Coach, and she's on a mission to help women say No without guilt, shame, or second-guessing. Suzanne will show you how to stop people-pleasing, get things done on your terms, and finally feel good about your choices. She is a coach and podcast host, dedicated to empowering women to set boundaries and live authentically. Her work focuses on helping individuals overcome guilt and shame associated with saying no, enabling them to make empowered decisions and improve their overall well-being.
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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Here's the recent few episodes on The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention.

0:00 20:40

218Terri Lilga: Why Is Rhyme So Important? Using Literature To Teach Beyond The Words

Hosts
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Guests
Terri Lilga
Keywords
children's literature social emotional learning storytelling literature teaching strategies language development playful language

Hey Friends~

I love childrens 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! Todays 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!

Always cheering you on!

Dinalynn

CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: [email protected]

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.

CONTACT THE GUEST: www.terrililgabooks.com

https://www.facebook.com/terri.lilga

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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU MAY ENJOY THESE EPISODES:

27 What Good is Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss? 6 Key Reasons to Indulge in These Classics

209 What Is The Difference Between SPEECH and LANGUAGE?

211 Receptive or Expressive Language - Whats The Difference?

215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child

0:00 16:39

217 You Want To Encourage Speech This Summer? Here’s Where To Start!

Hosts
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Keywords
speech therapy language development early intervention communication strategies parenting speech sound development playful language behavior management

Hey Friends~ 

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

Always cheering you on! 

Dinalynn

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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice

27 What Good is Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss? 6 Key Reasons to Indulge in These Classics

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!

71 Have You Ever Wondered How to Best Teach a NEW Skill to Your Child? Here are 6 things to remember!

0:00 40:06

216 Polina Shkadron: Language-Rich Environments That Match Your Child’s Play Skills

Hosts
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Guests
Polina Shkadron
Keywords
language-rich environments play skills communication strategies autism ADHD neurodivergent children speech therapy early intervention

Hey Friends~ 

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. 

Always cheering you on! 

Dinalynn

CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  [email protected]

 

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.

 

CONTACT THE GUEST:  IG/FB: @playtolearnconsulting

website: https://playtolearnconsulting.com/

Freebie link: https://playtolearnconsulting.com/resources/

 

 

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 If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:

81 How Your Direction Isn’t Clear, Even Though You Think It Is! It’s Time to Notice!

141 How Do You Inadvertently Build Doubt Into Your Child?  Here’s One Way To Change Doubt Into Confidence! 

155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases!

 

MAY IS BETTER SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING MONTH SERIES: 

212 From Non-verbal To Verbal To Speaking On a Podcast! Sound Advice from Marsh Naidoo About Building Capacity

213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection

214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience

215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child

 

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0:00 46:39

215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child

Hosts
Dinalynn
Guests
Suzanne Culberg
Keywords
speech therapy language development early intervention child behavior communication sound development language delay

Hey Friends~

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.  

Book your call HERE:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session

Always cheering you on! 

Dinalynn 

CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  [email protected]

 

ABOUT THE GUEST:   Suzanne Culberg is The Nope Coach, and she's on a mission to help women say “No” without guilt, shame, or second-guessing. Suzanne will show you how to stop people-pleasing, get things done on your terms, and finally feel good about your choices.

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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

64 Are You Confident When Helping Your Child Produce Speech Sounds?

199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child’s speech is “different.”

197 Michelle Choiary: Our Speech Therapist Became Family. Help for Complex Kids

MAY IS BETTER SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING MONTH SERIES: 

212 From Non-verbal To Verbal To Speaking On a Podcast! Sound Advice from Marsh Naidoo About Building Capacity

213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection

214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience

 

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0:00 30:10

214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience

Hosts
Dinalynn
Guests
Jason Heffler
Keywords
stuttering fluency speech confidence language development speech disorders self-esteem communication

Hey Friends~ 

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!   

Always cheering you on! 

Dinalynn

CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  [email protected]

 

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.

CONTACT THE GUEST OR BUY THE BOOK:   https://rebrand.ly/tonguetied

 

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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection

212 From Non-verbal To Verbal To Speaking On a Podcast! Sound Advice from Marsh Naidoo About CP and Building Capacity

136 Raja Viadya: Growing Up Stuttering. A Parent’s Impact In the Presence of Speech Impediment & ASD

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