Little River Speech, Pediatric Speech Therapy near Milford Center, OH

09/22/2026

✨ Sensory bin ideas for your learners! ✨

Sensory play can be a fun way to encourage language, play skills, and connection while keeping little hands busy. 💛

Try using your sensory bin to target:
🗣️ Vocabulary — name what you see, touch, and find
👀 Following directions — “Find the red ball!”
💬 Describing — talk about colors, textures, sizes, senses, and locations
🤝 Turn-taking — “My turn, your turn!”

The best part? You don’t need anything fancy — everyday items can create so many opportunities for learning through play!

Save this post for your next sensory bin activity! 🫶

09/13/2026

Thank you Your Porch & Co. for making the office more cozy 🍁🧡 anyone else ready for this heat to end and cozy season to begin?! 🙋🏼‍♀️

08/28/2026

Come join me at the Union County farmer’s market this Saturday! Little River Speech is hosting the kids zone and will be making “grass buddies” to take home (for free!). This fun, easy, craft will have your child excited all week while the anticipation builds to watch the “hair” grow! Naturally, there will be visual supports, adaptations, and ability for any child to create! Come and bring a friend! Union County Farmer’s Market

07/28/2026

Did you know that one of the most powerful ways to support your child’s brain development doesn’t require a screen, a subscription, or expensive toys?

📚 Reading together helps build:
✨ Language and vocabulary
✨ Attention and listening skills
✨ Early literacy
✨ Imagination and creativity
✨ Emotional connection between parent and child

07/24/2026

I’ve been a little MIA over here lately… My sweet girl turned ONE🎂 (how?! 🥹), and we took some time away for a family vacation.

It felt so good to unplug for a bit, but I’m excited to be back! 💛 Thanks for being here, and I can’t wait to share more speech tips, activities, and all the fun things we’ve been working on while soaking in the final weeks of summer 😎☀️

07/12/2026

Connection over compliance.

Four words that changed how I teach.

Compliance asks: "How do I get this child to do what I want?"

Connection asks: "How do I help this child feel safe enough and understood enough to learn?"

The first one might get you a quiet classroom. The second one gets you a child who trusts you. And no significant learning happens without a significant relationship.

If you've made this shift in your classroom or therapy room, tell me below. What changed for you when you stopped chasing compliance? ❤️

07/08/2026

One of the most common things I hear from parents is:

"I’m not sure if my child's speech development on track"

Every child develops at their own pace, but there are general speech and language milestones that can help guide what to expect from ages 1 to 5 years.

These milestones aren't meant to compare children or create worry—they're simply a tool to help identify when a child might benefit from additional support.

If you've ever found yourself wondering whether your child's communication skills are where you'd expect them to be, you're not alone. As a mother of 2 I am constantly questioning if my girls are on track. Trusting your instincts as a parent is important. Asking for help is ok!

Take a few minutes to look through these milestone graphics, and save them for future reference as your child grows.

💬 I'd love to hear from you: What age is the child(ren) in your life right now?

If you have questions about your child's speech or language development, feel free to send me a message. I'm here to help. 🩷

✨These milestones are general developmental guidelines and are not a substitute for an individualized evaluation.

06/26/2026

A free event for anyone who supports kiddos with Autism!
Thank you Autism Little Learners for always making resources available for families and therapists.

If you’re an SLP, OT, teacher, paraprofessional, or parent supporting an autistic preschooler... this summit is for you. 🩷

The Preschool Autism Summit is back, and it’s FREE and 100% virtual! 🎉

Join us 07.12.26 for practical, play-based strategies you can actually use with your little learners. No fluff, no overwhelm.

Want in? Comment AUTISM 2026 and I’ll send you the free ticket link! 👇

✨ Tag a fellow educator or parent who needs this too!

06/14/2026

Little River Speech wouldn’t exist without the incredible local businesses, professionals, and friends and family who helped bring it to life. This is just a short list of everyone who has made an impact in building this space!

E&J Land Services https://www.facebook.com/share/1L5JySKFeY/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Beachy Barns https://www.facebook.com/share/1EjMXDz74o/?mibextid=wwXIfr