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The Speech Source

Mary and Kim www.buzzsprout.com

Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon are two pediatric speech-language pathologists with over 25 years of combined experience. As speech therapists, we are often the first professionals to assess young children once they are referred by their pediatrician. Either they are not talking well or they are not eating well. We get to know our patients, their families, and how they are developing. We have a front row seat during the first critical and formative years of development for those who receive our services. Because of this, we have developed relationships with other professionals, observed what parent questions and concerns often arise, and see a need to share the resources and information we have compiled over the years. Join us as we dig into topics that show all of the overlapping aspects of child development and intervention. We invite you to be a part of our collaborative platform as we discuss, learn and grow for the betterment of our kids!

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Episodes

FF 11: Toys! Smoothie Maker & Ball Popper

Today we talk about the Toys! These are great baby and preschool toys for children. Mary and Kim talk through how they use these toys to work on language concepts with children. Melissa and Doug Smoothie Maker Blender Set https://amzn.to/3ug5BqU Playskool Busy Ball Popper https://amzn.to/3I82N4V Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one ...

Jul 02, 202217 minEp. 11

10: Why are the First 1000 Days so Important?

In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about the importance of the first 1000 days in the life of a child. What parents and caregivers do to increase conversational turns, which in return increases language development and cognitive growth. They discuss articles that have come out in the last several months discussing what was lost language wise over the last couple of years in our little ones, and how we can work to close those gaps before the school-age years. Articles referenced in Episode: Covid...

Jun 19, 202238 minEp. 10

FF 9: Puzzles! Seasons, Farm Animals, and Farm Sounds

Today we talk about the Puzzles! Puzzles are a great way to work on early speech, language, and cognitive skill development with children. Listen as we talk about each puzzle and why it is a favorite on our shelves! Melissa and Doug Farm Animals Jumbo Knob Wooden Puzzle https://amzn.to/3OlilnT Melissa and Doug Farm Sound Puzzle https://amzn.to/3Htpq3e My Time of Year (Seasons) Wooden Puzzle https://amzn.to/3HoHaNt Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourag...

Jun 15, 202219 minEp. 9

FF 8: Games! Headbandz & Shopping List

Top games for preschool and early elementary school children. We love playing these with our own children and our patients! Today we talk about the games: Headbanz https://amzn.to/39vVCXc Shopping List https://amzn.to/39iBbgq Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmen...

Jun 13, 202217 minEp. 8

2: What do Speech Pathologists Do?

Mary and Kim talk about all of the different categories that fall under the speech umbrella (articulation, receptive and expressive language, pragmatic language, feeding and swallowing, voice and fluency). What is a comprehensive speech evaluation, what do we look for in an evaluation, when to seek out an evaluation....all the questions answered! Plus, both of our options on the "wait and see" idea when it comes to early intervention. Check out more information and all of our resources at www.th...

May 24, 202232 minEp. 2

6: How to Incorporate Learning into Every Day Activities

Mary and Kim talk about all of the natural language opportunities in our community, what our kids have missed out on the last couple of years, and the importance of getting back into some of these environments to help increase early speech and language skills. Free resources highlighting specific community activities and opportunities can be found on the website! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeechsource.com Follow The Speech Source on instagram - @thespeechsourc...

May 24, 202244 minEp. 6

7: Whitney McMullin, MS, CCC-SLP Using Amazon & Every Day Objects for Speech

Professional Perspective: Meet Whitney McMullin, M.S., CCC-SLP. She is a pediatric speech pathologist living in The Woodlands, TX. She talks with us today about speech therapy in the home environment, parent training, easy and applicable language ideas we can all do, some great book recs and much more. Plus she is FUN-NY!!! Books mentioned in episode: Oh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki 15-Minute Parenting 0-7 Years: Quick and Easy Ways to Connect with Your Child Joanna Fortune Check out m...

May 23, 202251 minEp. 7

FF 5: Books! Brown Bear & Baby Nose to Baby Toes

The most giftable books for the next baby shower or birthday party for a toddler! These are top books we love to read with children and work on language concepts. Today we talk about the books: Baby Nose to Baby Toes https://amzn.to/3zCtfkW Brown Bear, Brown Bear https://amzn.to/3NIuR0J Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and speci...

May 01, 202215 minEp. 5

4: What is Feeding & Swallowing Therapy?

In this episode, Mary and Kim talk about what feeding and swallowing therapy is, when to be concerned and seek out an evaluation and what a feeding evaluation looks like. Mary also gives her top 5 tips to make family mealtime and eating more successful! You don't want to miss this episode FULL of applicable information. Prevalence of problematic feeding in young children born prematurely: a meta-analysis - PMC (nih.gov) Article referenced in episode. Check out more information and all of our res...

May 01, 20221 hr 6 minEp. 4

1: Meet The Speech Source!

Meet Mary Brezik and Kim Dillon, two pediatric speech-language pathologists ready to share, connect and collaborate with parents and providers in the community. In today's episode we share a little bit about who we are, why we felt the need for creating this podcast, and how we hope to make a difference in sharing our thoughts and expertise in the areas of speech, language, feeding and play. Welcome to The Speech Source Podcast! Check out more information and all of our resources at www.thespeec...

May 01, 202213 minEp. 1

3: Toys! Potato Head Super Spud & Magnetic Cubes

The first episode of Friday Favorites for toys had to be our absolute top toy. These are the top favorite toys for every household or clinic! Each Friday Mary and Kim talk about two of their favorite activities that encourage and promote speech and language development. From books and toys to games and songs, we talk about how we use each one and specific areas they target. This is a GREAT way to build developmentally appropriate little libraries, game closets, toys bins and more! Today we talk ...

May 01, 202219 minEp. 3
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