Tryumph Speech Therapy

10/07/2026

Thank you Bonsie for sponsoring Grow. Play. Glow. 🙏 💞Check out the recap here! 🤗
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10/02/2026

Baby City Limits was a blast! 🎸👶✨
We had the best time jamming out at our Austin baby music class with our tiny headliners! From festival-themed tunes to simple play that helps boost early communication skills, these pre-crawlers brought all the smiles and chill vibes.
Missed this one? No worries! We host small-group baby enrichment and mommy and me classes in Austin so you can hang out with other local parents, bond with your little one, and support those early milestones.

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Independent event; not affiliated with ACL or C3 Presents.

09/12/2026

So excited to share that I won the 2026 Best in Birth Austin award for speech therapy! A huge thank you to everyone who voted. 🙏 I am beyond grateful for your support, love, and encouragement! 🥰

09/08/2026

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote for the 2026 Best in Birth Austin awards presented by BirthCo!

I won’t lie, it felt so awkward sharing my recognition and asking people to vote for me.

The response I received was so encouraging, though. I had people thank me for my impact, express how they weren’t surprised by the nomination because of my hard work, and others who were so excited themselves that they recruited people to vote.

The love and support was more than I anticipated, and while the ask was uncomfortable, it was such a good exercise. It reminded me that what I do is noticed and appreciated.

Being a mom, a small business owner, and a treating therapist is definitely not for the weak-hearted.

But even if I don’t win, I am so deeply honored just to be recognized alongside this incredible birth community.

Thank you everyone for the encouragement.

It truly makes all the sacrifices worth it!

09/04/2026

Happy retirement, Dr. Stillman!

It is no exaggeration to say that Dr. Stillman is the reason I became a Speech-Language Pathologist. Coming from an out of field background, getting into a grad program in communication disorders/speech pathology was far from a guarantee, especially with how competitive the admissions process is. But Dr. Stillman saw my potential and gave me that chance.

When I was deciding where to go for my Master’s degree, I was accepted into several programs, but Dr. Stillman set UTD apart from day one. He was the only one who personally and consistently answered every single email and question I had (and I had lots! 😂). His warmth, kindness, and incredible attention to detail drew me in right away.

Once I started graduate school, that level of dedication never changed. No matter how busy he was, his door was always open. If I dropped by unannounced, he was always happy to stop, listen, and offer guidance. Even to this day (I’m 15 years into my career), Dr. Stillman maintains contact with many of us, continuing to offer support and guidance when needed.

In a field like higher education, you do not do this type of work for money or fame. You do it because you truly love what you do and care about the students you mentor. Dr. Stillman embodies that heart and devotion in everything he does.

His daily presence at UTD and the Callier Center will be deeply missed, but his legacy lives on in every student he took a chance on and inspired. Wishing him the absolute best in this next well deserved chapter of life! Congrats, Dr. Stillman!!

Earlier this week Dr. Stillman retired as The University of Texas at Dallas’ longest-tenured employee. A professor of speech, language, and hearing in the School of Behavioral and Brain Sciences at UT Dallas (BBS) and associate dean of graduate studies since 1992, Stillman spent 57 years and eight months at the Callier Center for Communication Disorders.

Read more about his incredible career and passion for students: https://news.utdallas.edu/faculty-staff/stillman-retirement-2026/

09/03/2026

A huge, heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible Austin community! 🧡 I am so honored to be named a Finalist for Best In Birth “2026 Best in Birth Austin” presented by BirthCo. Prenatal Chiropractor In ATX + Houston in Category 24: Speech Therapy!

As the founder of Tryumph Speech Therapy, my mission has been simple: replace high-pressure healthcare with joyful, child-centered learning. Driven by brain science and the “power of play,” I want to help you feel confident as your child’s first teacher—turning everyday moments into meaningful breakthroughs so your baby can find their voice one playful interaction at a time.

This nomination validates that mission, and I would be so grateful for your vote! 🙏

How to Vote (Open Sept 1st – Sept 7th):
1️⃣ Click the link in my bio (or head to birth-co.com/best-in-birth)
2️⃣ Scroll to Category 24: Speech Therapy (you may click “OK” to skip categories)
3️⃣ Cast your vote for Tryumph Speech Therapy!

Thank you again for your love and support, Austin. I couldn’t do this without you! 👶💞

📣PS, if you haven’t already, make sure to follow me for updates on local Mommy & Me and Baby & Me developmental classes for pre-crawling infants! Upcoming classes include September 12th at Mad Hippie and October 2nd at Prenatal Yoga | Austin Yoga Lounge 🤗

05/04/2026

04/21/2026

Make your first Mother’s Day special! 🤍

This Mother’s Day season, step out of the house and into a calm, intimate circle at Austin Yoga Lounge. No pressure, no overstimulation—just you, your baby, and 9 other women who get it.

• For You: A gentle “treat yourself” hour to breathe and connect.
• For Baby: A sensory-rich playgroup for our pre-crawlers.
• Expert Led: Insights from Katrina Balangue, pediatric speech therapist and founder of Tryumph Speech Therapy,
• Take Home: Pre-verbal communication tips, 2 simple songs, and a soothing “tummy massage” routine.

Join us Sunday, May 3rd @ 2:30-3:30pm for Baby’s Lounge: The Sounds Before Words.

[Link in Bio to grab 1 of the 10 spots!]

11/01/2025

Hey, parents! Did you know your baby is communicating way before those first words? If your little one can reach or even better, point, they can make a choice!

As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, I want to show you how powerful this is. The very first task I used to teach my son how to choose was offering him two books during bedtime story time. This was a highly motivating activity, so he learned quickly! I’d present two book choices at a time and make sure to pause and wait. His face would light up every single time he reached out to choose which book was next. After that, I moved to simple everyday tasks like offering two food options at snack time.

I really put his skills to the test when shopping for a friend’s first birthday. Even at nine months old, my preverbal baby hand selected every single gift, including the card and gift bag! He used eye gaze, reaching, and touching to clearly tell me what he wanted to get his friend.

Give it a try! You might be surprised. Your child is more capable than you may think!

10/25/2025

Want an easy way to boost your child’s first words? Just add sound effects! 🐄🚗

As a pediatric speech therapist, I always encourage parents to use simple, everyday environmental sounds! They are highly motivating for young children and a perfect bridge to verbal imitation. Think simple animal sounds or vehicle noises like a firetruck’s exciting “wee-ooo!” 🚒

Why this works: When children are first learning to talk, it’s developmentally appropriate for them to drop final sounds. That’s why those easy, single-syllable sound effects are a great starting point! Instead of expecting the full word “milk,” try modeling “mmm” or “moo.” For a sheep, it’s just “ba-ba.”

By keeping the sounds simple and fun, you’re setting your little one up for success and making communication a positive experience!

Shout out to ! We had a blast at today’s Trucks and Treats event!