Sound Beginnings Speech Therapy Services

05/15/2026

Good morning and welcome to Apraxia Awareness Day!

Thanks to the generosity of our apraxia community, donations up to $14,000 will be matched TODAY ONLY! By making a gift today, your impact will go twice as far.

As the leading nonprofit focused on childhood apraxia of speech, Apraxia Kids is dedicated to providing evidence-based education, programs, and resources - not only for our families, but the professional community as well.

As you consider making your gift today, there are a variety of ways you can make an impact:
🩵 https://act.apraxia-kids.org/one-time-gift/
⭐Register for your local Walk for Apraxia and make a self donation

Your donation not only makes an impact today, it provides an investment in the future of our organization. Apraxia Kids remains dedicated to our mission of strengthening the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia of speech by educating professionals and families; facilitating community engagement and outreach; and investing in the future through advocacy and research, however we need your help to do so!

Please join us and make this Apraxia Kids Day of Giving a success by helping all of our stars shine even brighter than they already do!

05/07/2026

It's officially Apraxia Awareness Month! I'll be sharing information and tips all month long! Follow along so you don't miss it. We are going to start off with early signs and symptoms!
1. Limited Babbling
2. Pop out words
3. Word inconsistency
4. Groping
This is not an exhaustive list. What would you add?

12/19/2025

10/01/2025

Cozy up with a good story! I’m sharing my favorite fall read-alouds that are perfect for the season. Don’t miss this list!

🍁 https://primaryplayground.net/the-best-fall-read-alouds/

06/10/2025

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03/19/2025

I know a lot of parents take comfort in these odds- 70-80% of late talkers catch up to their peers by the time they start school. That sounds great- and don’t get me wrong, it IS amazing! But- look at the age- 30 months, that’s 2.5 years. The 70-80% of kids that catch up are rapidly gaining words after that initial late start to talking- which is one thing to keep an eye on as kids get older. But even with that, they have been found to have lasting weaknesses in language skills. So even if you are taking comfort in those numbers, seek help. Get some assessment and speech therapy if it’s at all possible. Be proactive. Early intervention is the BEST thing you can do to help your child have the most positive outcome!

01/28/2025

✨ Speech Sound Milestones for Kids Ages 2-6 ✨

Did you know that children develop their speech sounds at different stages as they grow? Here's a quick guide to what sounds kids typically master as they progress:

👶 Ages 2-3:
Emerging sounds: p, b, m, n, h, w
Short sentences with clearer pronunciation!

👧 Ages 3-4:
Adding sounds: t, d, k, g, f, y
Speech becomes easier to understand, even for strangers!

🧒 Ages 4-5:
Mastering sounds: s, z, sh, ch, l, v
Complex sentences and smoother conversations!

👦 Ages 5-6:
Refining sounds: r, th, blends like "st" and "bl"
Speaking like a mini adult!

💬 If you're unsure about your child’s speech development or notice delays, reach out for guidance. Every child’s journey is unique, and support can make all the difference! 🌟

You can reach out at:
437-777-1190
[email protected]

10/16/2024

EARLY INTERVENTION IS KEY
So many times we hear pediatricians recommend “wait and see” or other parents saying “don’t worry, my child didn’t talk until 3 and now he’s fine” and both of these things DELAY intervention- and this is happening all the time! Please, if someone is concerned about their child not talking, DO NOT tell them to wait, DO NOT tell them not to worry. Encourage an evaluation! Intervention might not be needed, and then again it might be- and it has the potential to positively impact that child for the rest of their life! So please don’t wait, evaluate!! In Missouri, call 1-866-583-2392 to make a referral. For a contact number other than Missouri, go to https://ectacenter.org/contact/ptccoord.asp

09/09/2024

We get it...

Tablets are easy.
Tablets are "mess free."
Tablets keep your child occupied.

And Tablet companies (and apps) make lots of money selling the idea of "optimal learning" and "education."

But the reality is, tablets significantly interfere with and actually hurt holistic development and learning. Tablets offer an isolating, passive, and sedentary experience, which completely contradicts how children authentically learn (e.g. connection, exploration among materials + senses, and movement).

Tablets prevent children from learning how to navigate independently, self-occupy, and self-regulate. Tablets reduce attention span, as well as critical and creative thinking skills. Tablets reduce communication and connection. Tablets keep children quiet and sedentary, where they should be asking "why?!" and outside trying to climb trees.

THESE skills and experiences are what builds stronger brains, bodies, and hearts, which significantly contributes to how children will not only feel about themselves, but how they will navigate the world, indefinitely!

At We Skoolhouse, we're all about preserving childhood through developmentally appropriate and BEST practice! Whether parent, caregiver, or educator, we have the resources to help you administer activities and experiences with confidence and ease. Simply head on over to weskoolhouse.com and sign-up for your FREE TRIAL today (Classroom or Home)!

09/02/2024

Sometimes we work so hard to create opportunities to help kids communicate, but many times they are GIVING us the opportunities and we miss them.