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

Dinalynn Rosenbush, SLP | Speech Pathologist, Parent Mentor, Communication with Kids

*** A Top 1.5% Podcast! *** Getting Kids to Listen, Speech Therapy, IEP, Communication with Kids, Parent Mentor Are you tired of repeating yourself and wondering why your child still doesn’t listen?Are you worried you might be missing something important when it comes to your child’s speech, language, or behavior?Do arguments, whining, or meltdowns leave you feeling exhausted and unsure what to do next? Hey parents—you don’t have to stay overwhelmed, worn down, or triggered by the daily fuss. I’m

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All Episodes

23:56

248 Dr. Emily Levy: Effectively Teach Reading with...

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2026/01/08

Hey Friends~ What’s really happening when kids struggle in school? “Trying harder” just doesn’t work! Many kids benefit from a multi-sensory approach to learn reading. It works because this actually matches how the young brain works. If your child is bright but frustrated, resistant, or falling behind despite everyone’s best efforts, this episode with Dr. Emily Levy, will help you see those struggles through a new lens. You will come away with clarity, compassion, and hope that you can share

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31:54

247 Misa Pignataro: Picky Eaters? Let’s Change That!

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2026/01/01

Hey Friends~ The kitchen isn’t just about food. It’s about connection. Some of the most meaningful conversations happen while hands are busy - pulling grapes off stems, chopping, stirring. That’s often when kids open up about friendships, worries, or their day. The kitchen becomes the heart of the home. In this episode, Misa, helps families navigate the kitchen in a way that builds skills and relationships, especially when picky eating is part of the story! We talk about how to move beyond

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43:39

246 Dr. Marcus: Are you a soothing presence for your...

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2025/12/25

Hey Friends~ Are you a soothing presence for your kids? According to today’s guest, a soothing presence is someone who is okay when you are not okay. Usually these are specific people. You can probably know who your person is. Who will be okay when you are not? As parents we want to be a soothing presence for our children. Fortunately, it is simply a skill to learn. So, if you did not have that from your parents growing up, you can learn it now! Our natural instincts are to want to make

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25:46

245 Toys That Create Calm: Helping Toddlers With...

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2025/12/18

Hey Friends~ The holidays can be exciting, but for many kids they are overwhelming. Travel, loud gatherings, new routines, and unfamiliar people can push children into meltdown mode, especially when language shuts down under stress. In this episode, we talk about how to use simple toys to prepare kids for upcoming changes, help them calm during holiday chaos, and create a sense of safety when words don’t work. If your child struggles with transitions or language delays, or is very young, this

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44:54

244 SLP Gift Guide: The Top 10 Language-Building...

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2025/12/11

Hey Friends~ If you’ve been leaning on screens to help your little one talk, you’re not alone. It often feels like the easiest option — and with all the advertising, it can even seem like the smartest choice when you’re worried. But real language grows through real play. With Christmas coming up, I’m sharing ten toys and games that you can suggest to gift-giving friends and family - so you get gifts that provide powerful, communication-building opportunities. These ideas are fun, practical,

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35:09

243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build...

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2025/12/04

Hey Friends~ When your children start telling you stories, have you ever wondered how to keep that creativity going? How about when what they tell is outlandish, imaginative, and there is no logic at all, have you been concerned you should stop it? It’s easy to shut them down in our fast-paced analytical, task-oriented mind. How do you engage your children in a way that expands their ideas and expression when you can’t really relate to WHAT they are saying but you want to relate to

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242 Dr. Ben Miraglia: Sleep, Behavior & Speech...

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2025/11/27

Hey Friends~ What if mouth breathing isn’t just a habit… but a symptom? In today’s episode, I’m joined by a guest who revealed something I hadn’t fully understood in all my years in this field: crooked teeth, small jaws, restless behavior, trouble with focus, even lingering speech sound errors can ALL be connected to how well a child is BREATHING. You’ll hear how an under-developed airway affects far more than speech and behavior. When a child is mouth breathing, they don’t get the deep,

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22:54

240 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: Therapy &...

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2025/11/13

Hey Friends~ Today is the next in the SERIES: Speech & Language Delays, and we’re diving into therapy and intervention options for parents - and looking closely at two main groups of kids. 1) The first group includes children who have been tested and qualify for speech therapy, but the help available just doesn’t feel like enough. and 2) The second group is often the largest - and sometimes the most frustrated. Maybe your child was tested but didn’t score low enough to qualify, or maybe

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32:16

239 Marsha Familaro Enright: Montessori? Learn how A...

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2025/11/06

Hey Friends~ Have you ever wondered what Montessori is and how it is different from traditional education? In this episode, we dive deep into a description of what Montessori is, where this educational model came from, how language and communication is naturally promoted within the structure, and the benefits of Montessori with Marsha Familaro Enright, a Montessori expert. So if you have ever been curious about Montessori, this is just the episode for you! Always cheering you on! ~

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237 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: “My Child Did...

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2025/10/23

Hey Friends~ Welcome back to this SERIES: Speech & Language Delays. In this series, I am answering some commonly asked questions and you, dear listeners, are encouraged to send your questions! Remember if you wonder, hundreds of others wonder the same thing! This episode revolves around the question, “My Child Did Not “Qualify” for Speech Therapy. What Does That Mean?” Special Education and qualification is complicated. Today, you will understand what is meant by “qualifying,” what the

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236 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Is The...

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2025/10/17

Hey Friends~ “What caused this language delay?” That’s a deeply important question, and one that parents ask often, sometimes with worry or guilt. The truth is, speech and language delays are common, and they have many possible causes, not just one. Most experts today agree that it’s rarely a single factor, but rather a combination of influences that shape how communication develops. Today we will unpack some causes and more importantly, how you can make a difference in the lives of those who

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31:13

234 Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown: Is SLEEP A Struggle?...

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2025/10/02

Hey Friends~ Do you struggle to get your kids to sleep? How about when it is still daylight at bedtime? What about when your child has ADHD? Sleep can be particularly difficult for kids due to the environment as well as their own body! If you have needed help with sleep, you are in luck! Today we have a sleep expert in the house! Join in for strategies to get your kids to sleep better so YOU can sleep better!! Share this episode with anyone who needs to sleep better. Always cheering

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21:31

233 Series: Speech & Language Delays: Do Boys Really...

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2025/09/27

Hey Friends~ There is a long held belief that boys lag behind girls, but researchers now say there’s no real difference. Do boys actually lag behind girls? In this episode, we unpack both ideas, explain why the confusion exists, and give practical strategies for boys, girls, and all children. If you’ve ever asked this question, you’re not alone. This episode is the SECOND IN A SERIES as we talk about speech and language delays in young children, focusing on ages 1-5. Parents all over the

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231 Dr. Candace Holmes: NeuroFeedback: An ADHD Brain...

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2025/09/11

Hey Friends~ Do you have a child with ADHD? Are you open to do something entirely different than the norm? Today, Dr. Candace Holmes talks about Neurofeedback and it’s impact on kids with Autism, ADHD, TBI, concussions, and other neurological issue. Anxiety decreases and the brain gets re-ordered, so it is functioning better. But just what is Neurofeedback? And how does it work? Dr. Candace Holmes shares a fascinating book that enhances your understanding of mental health challenges,

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230 Daniela Feldhausen: Speech Sounds and Reading Are...

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2025/09/05

Hey Friends~ Do your kids hate reading? Wouldn’t you love it if they LOVED READING? Or… better yet, what if you knew how to teach them… from the start… to LOVE READING? In this episode, we talk about the foundations that give the confidence and skills needed to build strong reading early on. This episode is targeted towards both parents of struggling readers and early readers. You will have amazing insights into what the connection is between reading and speaking. We will talk about the

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25:04

229 What You Allow, You Approve: Here Is How...

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2025/08/28

Hey Friends~ Ever wonder what your child is really learning when you give in to whining or ignore a mispronounced word? Every response—big or small—teaches kids what’s acceptable in their speech, behavior, and even their thinking. In this episode, discover how to guide communication and character by approving what helps them grow and redirecting what holds them back. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com YOUR NEXT STEPS: Email

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37:58

228 Sherinatta Pollock:Raising Happy, Healthy Kids in...

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2025/08/21

Hey Friends~ You may have heard about the dangers of EMF radiations that comes from screens, Wi-Fi, and phones. Today, I have a guest with me to talk about how we protect ourselves and our children from these invisible dangers. With school just around the corner, this is an especially important topic! Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com ABOUT THE GUEST: After losing her husband to brain cancer and then surviving a brain tumor herself,

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227 Child Not Doing As Told? Change Their Response...

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2025/08/14

Hey Friends~ When we talk to our kids, we use words that represent whole concepts all the time. We do it so spontaneously that it’s difficult to communicate without using such words. When our kids don’t have a good repertoire of concept - type words, it makes it difficult for them to do as told, express themselves, or deliver a message, accurately. Today we discuss what concept words are, why they are important AND what you can do to increase understanding at home! This is the fun part! You

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25:12

226 Constance Lewis: Using Colors To Get Through Big...

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2025/08/07

Hey Friends~ BIG Feelings are so hard! It’s confusing! And sometimes really disruptive. Give yourself grace parents, become curious. What if we could understand how our child felt by looking at the color that they chose to wear? Wouldn’t that be amazing and helpful?!! Today’s guest decided to combine her child’s interests with colors to create a way to help him communicate better after an acquired language loss. You will learn her story and how she helped her little one regain a way to

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30:58

225 Anna Maria DiDio: When Kids Don’t Have The Words....

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2025/07/31

Hey Friends~ You’ve heard many times that a child’s behavior IS communication. How do you deal with that when you are trying to create a thriving family? How does that work when you are dealing with adoption trauma, a second language and resistance to change? Anna Maria Didio shares her story of growth and learning that can apply to blended families of all sorts. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com ABOUT THE GUEST: Anna Maria DiDio is

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