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

Hey Friends~  The language you use  may be LESS effective  than you want!  When we change HOW and WHAT we say, our communication becomes more effective.  Today's guest, Polina Shkadron, is a fellow Speech Language Pathologist who has a wealth of knowledge and experience.   She guides us to focus on the LANGUAGE that helps our kids engage in play - and with you - and teaches us how to create a language-rich environment naturally, and at home.  No matter the age or skills of you or your child, the information in this episode will be fun and delightful,  eye-opening, and capture your attention. You are sure to get lots of ideas of what you can do with your kiddos at home and classrooms to grow them in their communication skills.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:    Polina is a NYC based neuro-divergent therapist specializing in helping Autistic and ADHD kids find their strengths. She uses play to engage with each child's unique perspective of the world. Understanding the why is not enough, you also need knowledge of the how. That's one of the reasons Polina coaches parents and ND kids using the latest brain-based research and a cross-disciplinary approach. Polina earned her Master of Arts degree in Speech-Language Pathology from CUNY Queens College, where she was an adjunct lecturer for 7 years. She also has a Master of Science degree in Nutrition Education from American University, which has transformed the feeding therapy aspect of her practice. With additional certifications in trauma and ADHD, Polina is an integrator of information, expanding her knowledge and ensuring effective therapeutic intervention.   CONTACT THE GUEST:  IG/FB: @playtolearnconsulting website: https://playtolearnconsulting.com/ Freebie link: https://playtolearnconsulting.com/resources/     YOUR NEXT STEPS: Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com FREEBIES:    Discovery Call:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin   ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 81 How Your Direction Isn't Clear, Even Though You Think It Is! It's Time to Notice! 141 How Do You Inadvertently Build Doubt Into Your Child?  Here's One Way To Change Doubt Into Confidence!  155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases!   MAY IS BETTER SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING MONTH SERIES:  212 From Non-verbal To Verbal To Speaking On a Podcast! Sound Advice from Marsh Naidoo About Building Capacity 213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection 214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience 215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child   Traveling with kids?   BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~ You know in your gut when things are not going right, even if you don't have the words.  It's even harder when you tell someone, but you are told that everything is fine… but you know SOMETHING IS UP.   This is the case for today's guest.  She knew that her son needed more help in his sound development, but was constantly told everything was fine.   Started seeking help when her son was 18 months old, asking doctors, friends, family members, and more  and finally… when her son was 4, the school teacher called out the same concerns that mom knew all along.  She was validated and felt such relief. Now, she was empowered, having a direction to go for help!  If this is you, you know this is so frustrating!  Hang on for today's story! And, if this is you, then you need a person who knows how to ask the questions, who knows how to probe what is actually happening with your child. Talk to me!  I can help.  And, whether or not we are a fit to work together, you will leave the conversation with a clearer understanding of what is going on,  how to talk about  it, and a next step. This is one way I help parents.   Book your call HERE:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn  CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Suzanne Culberg is The Nope Coach, and she's on a mission to help women say “No” without guilt, shame, or second-guessing. Suzanne will show you how to stop people-pleasing, get things done on your terms, and finally feel good about your choices. CONTACT THE GUEST:   The Nope Coach Podcast: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/the-nope-coach-podcast/ Website: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/ Newsletter: https://www.suzanneculberg.com/newsletter YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@suzanneculberg Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/SuzanneCulberg   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com FREEBIES:    Book a call to discuss working together:   https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 64 Are You Confident When Helping Your Child Produce Speech Sounds? 199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child's speech is “different.” 197 Michelle Choiary: Our Speech Therapist Became Family. Help for Complex Kids MAY IS BETTER SPEECH, LANGUAGE, AND HEARING MONTH SERIES:  212 From Non-verbal To Verbal To Speaking On a Podcast! Sound Advice from Marsh Naidoo About Building Capacity 213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection 214 Wonder About Stuttering and Fluency? Jason Heffler Shares What Is Helpful From Personal Experience   Traveling with baby?  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~  Speech confidence is important for adults and kids.   Whether you are speaking in public or saying your name in front of a class, we all want to speak with confidence and certainly that what we intend to say is what will come out.  Fluency is one area of speech and language development. Many, many kids stutter when they are rapidly expanding their vocabulary and language skills.  Many parents come to me and ask - what do I do?  Does my child stutter?   Today's guest discusses fluency issues from a personal perspective.   So whether you have a toddler with a developmental stutter  or a teen who has been diagnosed with a fluency issue, this episode is for you!    Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Jason Heffler is an author whose stories help young readers overcome speech disorders and fears around speaking. Drawing from his own childhood experiences growing up with and getting bullied for a stutter, he writes uplifting tales that build confidence in kids who lack self-esteem. His book 'Tongue Tied' is a resource to illustrate how speech issues do not define children. Doctors, parents and people who stutter have connected with the book's unique message: that they do not need to be "fixed." Instead of chasing a cure, they've shared how liberating it is to embrace the truth that their voice—exactly as it is—can carry them through a life filled with all the same possibilities as others. CONTACT THE GUEST OR BUY THE BOOK:   https://rebrand.ly/tonguetied   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup

Hey Friends~  Boys communicate, process emotions, and navigate the world differently—but how can we support them in becoming emotionally healthy men?  Dr. Richelle Whitaker, educational psychologist and host of The Raising Sons Podcast, shares practical strategies for connecting with boys, fostering open communication, and guiding them through emotional growth.  From “windshield time” to movement-based conversations, we explore what really works.  Plus, the truth about common misconceptions and why middle schoolers need more guidance, not less. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Dr. Richelle Whittaker is a speaker, educational psychologist, parent advisor, and host of the Raising Sons podcast. As a heart-centered leader, she is passionate about helping families win. Her work equips and empowers parents/caregivers with tools to close learning gaps, find work-life harmony, and maintain mental wellness. She enjoys creating a space to help parents/caregivers explore tough topics and navigate solutions. At its core, Dr. Whittaker's work is about advocacy – being a voice and creating the space for families to thrive. CONTACT THE GUEST:   drrichelle@richellewhittaker.com Podcast: Raising Sons podcast Website: www.richellewhittaker.com IG: @dr_richelle YouTube: @drrichellewhittaker TikTok: @drwhittaker1   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss how we can work together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   Love this podcast?   LEAVE A REVIEW:  https://lovethepodcast.com/play FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE IN 1-CLICK: https://followthepodcast.com/play Have a Comment or Question?   LEAVE A VOICE MESSAGE:  https://castfeedback.com/play   For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 201 Leroy Slanzi: Using Free Play And Structured Play With Intention To Develop Emotional Regulation 189 Your Child Is A Gestalt Language Learner? Uses Echolalia? 4 Tips To Help Expand Interactive Skills 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language 181 Gwen: Want Words To Replace Screaming In Your 1 Year Old? Listen To This Success Story!

Hey Friends~  Sometimes it is helpful to hear success stories!  We know that raising kids is a marathon not a sprint, and that means that success stories occur millions of times while raising our kids.  Sometimes- when challenges are significant, we need to dig even deeper to find wins along the way.   Today's guest tells her story of raising a child with Cerebral Palsy.  She learned to celebrate along the way, listen to the therapists, and follow the lead of her heart as well as listen to her son.  In doing so, they found success!  Non -verbal to verbal to even speaking on a podcast!   Remember parents, life is a journey.  Always remember to celebrate!  The little wins are important - and they add up!  I know you will feel so encouraged and enlightened by this conversation. Grab a cup of coffee and relax if you are able.   CORRECTION!!  In the show I said Marsh earned a PhD.  I was wrong.  She earned a DPT (Doctorate of Physical Therapy) Thank you, Marsh, for calling this mistake to my attention!  And Readers, please join me in congratulating Marsh!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Marsh Naidoo is a physical therapist and parent to Kellan a 12 year old teen with cerebral palsy. She founded a nonprofit digital platform to empower, connect and educate parents raising children with disabilities. She hosts Raising Kellan Podcast and two self-published books. CONTACT THE GUEST:   Www.raisingkellan@gmail.com Raising Kellan Podcast  https://open.spotify.com/show/1BwWELnlV4wWlsE35JBA0X For Kellan's episode 113 : https://open.spotify.com/show/1BwWELnlV4wWlsE35JBA0X Episode 2 on the Raising Kellan Podcast: What parents need to know when language and speech development is delayed!  Angie Brasher , SLP  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-2-what-parents-need-to-know-when-language-and/id1480164076?i=1000458440281   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss how we can work together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   Love this podcast?  Leave a Review:  https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-Click: https://followthepodcast.com/play Leave a Voice Message:  https://castfeedback.com/play   For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 160 Michael Hingston: Develop Your Child's Gifts! Whether Or Not A Disability Is Present 197 Michelle Choiary: Our Speech Therapist Became Family. Help for Complex Kids 199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child's speech is “different.”

Hey Friends~  Do you Ever feel like your child understands everything but can't quite put their thoughts into words?  In this episode, I'm breaking down expressive vs. receptive language— what each one is, how it develops and of course, this knowledge will be paired with ways YOU can support the growth of BOTH receptive and expressive language skills in your kiddos.  So, whether you're a parent of a toddler or a talkative kindergartener with no signs of delay, this episode is packed with insight for curious parents longing to nurture strong, confident communication.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss how we can work together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   Love this podcast?  Leave a Review:  https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-Click: https://followthepodcast.com/play Leave a Voice Message:  https://castfeedback.com/play   For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 198  Is Your Child Part of the 40% Who Struggle? The State Of Speech Pathology In The USA 199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child's speech is “different.” 209 What Is The Difference Between SPEECH and LANGUAGE?  

Hey Friends~  Kids with neurological differences often APPEAR typical  until the invisible becomes visible.  Today's episode showcases a journey of one mom - a mom I call a very successful parent!  If you know any Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences, this episode will be particularly helpful and intriguing for you. I am glad you are here. You will enjoy this  raw conversation of vulnerable situations and real life experiences in any KIND Family.   KIND = Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Kari A. Baker is a former financial services executive and business owner turned author, speaker, and podcaster. She is the founder of KIND Families, a community of people who love Kids with Invisible Neurological Differences and is the host of The KIND Families Podcast. Kari became a KIND mom in 2014 when her son Brady was diagnosed with autism at age three. She started KIND Families to encourage, support, and inspire others to find purpose and promise in KIND-ness. CONTACT THE GUEST:   The KIND Families Podcast @kariabaker (IG, FB & LI) kariabaker.com, kindfamilies.com  kari@kariabaker.com free intro to book: https://kindfamilies.com/#8371f6f9-af3f-4d01-8a04-72b28b4bbe66   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss how we can work together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 142 Are You Doing Extreme Caregiving Jessica Patay Tells About Being Brave Together 188 Susanna Peace Lovell: Is Your True Self Enough? Lessons Learned In Parenting A Child With Autism 197 Michelle Choiary: Our Speech Therapist Became Family. Help for Complex Kids 199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child's speech is “different.” RESOURCES to support you!  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~  What is the difference between speech and language? This common question is today's topic. Understanding the difference helps you more accurately describe what is going on with your child when you seek guidance!   Please Share, Like, Subscribe, & Follow! Also - Sign up for the Newsletter & Freebies below to stay connected to The Language Of Play! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host with a thought or question:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com  YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup To discuss how we can work together:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/strategy-session   For Workshops, Speaking Events, or Partnerships:  https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session   MANY EARLY EPISODES GIVE STRATEGIES ON SPEECH & LANGUAGE EXPANSION.  HERE ARE A FEW: 05 Building and Understanding Language Through Our Senses 27 What Good is Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss? 6 Key Reasons to Indulge in These Classics. 40 Helping Your Child Talk About Shared Past Experiences 56 Do You Want Your Child To Speak More Clearly, but Don't Know How to Teach it? Learn This, and You Can Teach Anything!  

Hey Friends~  Today's guest is a mother of a child who had a language delay at age 3, and then was diagnosed with autism later. She worked in special education as a special education advocate. And then she had her own child so now she has the dual role of being BOTH the parent and an educator in the special education system. We talk about the role of language acquisition for her little one and how language delay was the FIRST indicator that something else was going on.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Experienced educator, and autism mama, passionate about my mission to empower parents to become fierce advocates for their children with disabilities. By drawing on my own journey and extensive professional experience, I aspire to guide and inspire others to navigate the challenges of special education with resilience, empathy, and unwavering advocacy. CONTACT THE GUEST:   https://www.instagram.com/disabilityedpros/ youtube.com/@disabilityedpros Disability EdPros:  https://www.disabilityedpros.com YOUR NEXT STEPS: Information about Costa Rica Retreat:  https://www.speakfeedlead.org/family-talks-retreat.html    Enter Coupon Code LANGUAGEOFPLAY to get 20% OFF!!     FREEBIES:    5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com **For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 57 Does Your 3-Year-Old Say Sounds Wrong?  Here is How to Help Your Preschooler Talk More Clearly! 68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice 128 From Diagnosis To Celebration - Ngoma Shares Triumphs And Struggles of Raising A Child With Autism 188 Susanna Peace Lovell: Is Your True Self Enough? Lessons Learned In Parenting A Child With Autism

Hey Friends~  Although it's true that our children do better when they nap, there is a transition out of naps. And it's usually not a smooth ride. Today we will talk about when your 3 & 4 year-old does not nap.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Information about Costa Rica retreat:  https://www.speakfeedlead.org/family-talks-retreat.html Enter Coupon Code LANGUAGEOFPLAY to get 20% off your cost!   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com **For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 173 Alicia Mazari: Your Child is Constipated? How Poop impacts sleep, behavior, and learning 107 How Your Internal Dialog Confuses Simple Communication With Your Child 204 A Simple Direction Made Your Child Burst Into Tears? Let's Look At How The Brain Processed That! 196 I'm always giving in! How do I stop? 2 Examples to support the process

Hey Friends~  Podcasthon is a global movement of podcasters simultaneously promoting a charities of their choice. The Language of Play joins Podcasthon by highlighting the amazing impact of the Jeremiah Program, in this episode with Ally Hanten Ebert.  PODCASTHON: "Your platform. Their story. Simultaneously, we amplify causes that matter." JEREMIAH PROGRAM: "Disrupt the cycle of poverty for single mothers and their children,  TWO Generations at a time."  Jeremiah Program is a national organization with a mission to Disrupt Generational Poverty.  JP has worked with families across the country for the past 26 years, supporting them on their paths to economic mobility. "Single moms are the architects of their families' futures. Your support helps make that possible." You can GIVE to Jeremiah Program here:  https://jeremiahprogram.org/give/ Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:    Ally Hanten Ebert is the Executive Director of Jeremiah Program-Rochester-SE, MN and has spent her career working to elevate the voices and experiences of young people and their families. She gained her experience working with young parents and homeless youth and moved into administrative leadership as her career evolved. Ally is dedicated to helping families get connected to support services; safe, permanent housing; educational opportunities and disrupting the systems that perpetuate poverty. She holds both a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master's Degree in Human Development & Family Science: Couple and Family Therapy from North Dakota State University.   CONTACT THE GUEST:   ahantenebert@jeremiahprogram.org FB/IG: @jeremiahprogramrochester www.jeremiahprogram.org You can GIVE to Jeremiah Program here:  https://jeremiahprogram.org/give/   PODCASTHON WEBSITE:  https://podcasthon.org/   YOUR NEXT STEPS with THE LANGUAGE OF PLAY: I welcome your thoughts or questions!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com FREEBIES:    5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin   ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 102 Top 4 Mistakes Parents Make And How to Correct Them! 108 EXPERT: Dewey Kraus Discusses Self-Compassion When Parenting 110 COACH: Angie Ellsworth Helps Parents Know Better, Do Better, and Feel Better - And Discusses Bullying 111 EXPERT: Dr. Ngoma Moghalu: Communicating Race & Cultural Differences to Kids In A Fun and Comfortable Way 123 Trauma EXPERT: Santou Carter: Effectively Using Play In Trauma Recovery 185 Anastasia Arauz Unraveling the Magic of Play Therapy in Child Development     Support for Traveling with Little Ones:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friend~  In this episode, we talk about Family Talks Retreat for the whole family of kids ages 10+.   I invite you to join me on this adventure in Costa Rica along with hosts Jackie Bailey and Todd Cudaback.  Away from all your normal daily pressures Away from the Internet, (mostly…) Connect on a deeper level and develop your family story. Build strong relationships with the people you care about most while having fun, amazing shared memories!  Please share this episode with anyone that might be a fit for this opportunity!  Jackie is generously giving 20% off to ANYONE who uses the coupon code  LANGUAGEOFPLAY at the checkout.  This discount will be for you and anyone you invite will also get 20% off!!    Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Jackie Bailey is the founder and director of The Speak Feed Lead Project. She gets kids and adults confidently speaking on stages, podcasts, and books. She has traveled to Tanzania Africa where over 1000 youth were empowered with a chance to speak their message for the first time.  She runs retreats in Costa Rica for families and adults.   CONTACT THE GUEST:  https://www.speakfeedlead.org/ Information about Costa Rica retreat:  https://www.speakfeedlead.org/family-talks-retreat.html Enter Coupon Code LANGUAGEOFPLAY to get 20% off your cost!   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com FREEBIES:    21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases! 120 Feeling Disconnected at Home? Coach Ambereen Shares 4 Ways to Build Stronger Family Bonds and Increase Joy 179 Lois Letchford: Dyslexia? Put Away What Is Not Working And Make Learning Fun 201 Leroy Slanzi: Using Free Play And Structured Play With Intention To Develop Emotional Regulation 202 How Is Play Different For You As An Adult? Consider This!

Hey Friends~  Parents say versions of, “I just asked him to say these words. I am trying to help him speak, but he melted down again.  How do I help him? So common.    But Why?   Today we unpack another reason for this and with that understanding, you will learn where to start in making the changes you want.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Freebie:   5 Ways To Get Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively 37 How To Teach Sharing Happily and Effectively 41 Can You Hear What Your Child Is NOT Saying? 4 Strategies to Help Young Kids With BIG Adjustments 49 Why Did My Child Do That?! and How To Ask. The Answer May Not Be What You Think!

Hey Friends~  In today's world, we are taught to seek answers within ourselves.  But if we stay there, we become self-absorbed or self-conceited and depressed.  We need to also see outside of ourselves, looking for ways to contribute, serve others, and be connected to others.  In having this balance, people become whole and happy.  This foundation begins in the earliest years.  Today, Jill Garner shares how SECURITY is learned, at what ages, and with examples of how it happens and how this links to our kids RESPECTING us as parents, respecting themselves, and  others.    Today's episode is a power packed conversation with LOTS of concepts. Grab your pen and paper. You might want to take notes!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   JILL GARNER is an accomplished speaker, advocate, and founder of Manners of the Heart, a nonprofit reawakening respect in our society for the sake of the next generation. She is the author of the award-winning Raising Respectful Children in a Disrespectful World, Raising Unselfish Children in a Self-Absorbed World, and Manners of the Heart, an elementary school curriculum that helps children see beyond themselves to become all God created them to be. Her work is endorsed by Focus on the Family, FamilyLife Today, Dr. Kevin Leman, and many others. Jill and her husband reside in Baton Rouge, LA. CONTACT THE GUEST:   https://mannersoftheheart.org/ https://jillgarnercontent.org/   YOUR NEXT STEPS: FREEBIES:    5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com     IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 97 Nellie Hardin: Building Worth, Esteem And Confidence In Kids. A Must Listen! 141 How Do You Inadvertently Build Doubt Into Your Child?  Here's One Way To Change Doubt Into Confidence!  155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases!   TRAVELING with Little Ones??    BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~  There are many forms of play.  And, play is different for us as we grow up!   What does play look like for you now?  Many adults wish for more time off from work, more time to rest and play.  However, many of us have the thinking pattern that work comes before play.  Perhaps you were taught that as a child.  I was.   What if…  Your parenting could be PLAY for you - at the same time - as you parent well!  Is that possible?  I believe it is possible more we think. I would love to hear what you think in response to these ideas!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Freebie:   5 Ways To Get Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 65 Melissa Deally- Part 1 - How Food Impacts Your Child's Behavior! Learn to Recognize a Food Reaction and How to Make the Right Changes for Your Kiddo 66 Melissa Deally- Part 2 - How Food Impacts Your Child's Behavior! Learn Simple Strategies to Detect Food Sensitivities 101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works! 126 Your Child Has Imaginary Friends? Deborah Greenhut Tells A Parent's Story To Use These Friends For Healing And Learning  

Hey Friends~  We experience play with our children in a variety of ways. One of those ways is Free Play.  Free Play is completely imaginative and it is entirely directed by the child. Another way we play is Structured Play is when we use play to help our children go in the direction we want them to go. That may be learning, movement, practice, or anything really.  In Structured Play, we have an INTENTION for our kids. That is why sometimes people call it Intentional Play. Kids need both to develop well!  When we don't provide enough play, our kids suffer.  Today's Guest tears apart some of the issues that are happening and what we can do about it for our children.   Get out your Pen & Paper, or whatever you use to take notes, because you will learn a lot in this episode!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Leroy Slanzi is an experienced educator with a remarkable 25-year career in education. As an author, he penned the influential book "Emotional Schools," delving into the importance of emotional intelligence and mental health in the education system. Leroy also excels as a facilitator of professional development sessions, has been on numerous podcasts and is a sought-after for his work that helps parents, teachers and schools through the chaos life brings. CONTACT THE GUEST:   leroyslanzi@gmail.com www.leroyslanzi.com www.playistheway.ca https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jLggE8A8q9g   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   FREEBIES:    21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin   NEED A SPEAKER FOR YOUR EVENT?  For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com     IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 2 What is Play ? and Why is it so important?  52 Teaching Kids to COME When They Want to Play Chase 68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice 88 Why Is Imaginary Play So Important? 91 Using Play Dress Up To Teach Life Skills! 101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works! 123 Trauma EXPERT: Santou Carter: Effectively Using Play In Trauma Recovery 183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language 185 Anastasia Arauz Unraveling the Magic of Play Therapy in Child Development     AFFILIATE RESOURCE:   BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~   Whoot!  Surprises Today! We are CELEBRATING 200 Episodes!     To CELEBRATE this milestone, I have gifts and big SAVINGS to give away!     The Prizes:   4 books and 4 coaching slots and 1 Starbucks gift card!  TO PLAY: EMAIL “200” to:   Hello@thelanguageofplay.com  !!   In this episode, you will enjoy learning the TOP 10 Episodes in the past 12 months!   You'll also hear an update on the global reach of The Language of Play!   And of course.. Celebrate with us! : EMAIL “200” to:   Hello@thelanguageofplay.com  to claim a prize!     Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com FREEBIES:    21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup 5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin ** For Speaking Engagements, Workshops, or Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   HERE ARE LINKS TO THE TOP 10 EPISODES IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS:  1-  190 Bob Hastings: Using Storytelling to Help Kids Listen & Imagine 2-  184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 3-  189 Your Child Is A Gestalt Language Learner? Uses Echolalia? 4 Tips To Help Expand Interactive Skills 4-  185 Anastasia Arauz Unraveling the Magic of Play Therapy in Child Development 5-  188 Susanna Peace Lovell: Is Your True Self Enough? Lessons Learned In Parenting A Child With Autism 6-  187 Gary Chapman: Wrap Your Discipline In Their Love Language. Here's How! 7-  144 Your 1 Year Old Not Speaking? 3 Steps To Help Your Littles to Speak 8-  196 I'm always giving in! How do I stop? 2 Examples to support the process 9-  146 Think Your 1 Year Old Should Speak More? 5 Tips To Find Success 10 -  183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language

Hey Friends~  Have you ever thought my child's speech is “different” and you wonder if it's normal or possibly delayed?   How do you develop your child through their issues when you aren't sure if they are actually issues?  How do you push for what you think your child might need, when you aren't sure?   Today's guest will share her journey of being brave to find out what was going on with her son and what she did in the presence of her school being busy and over-burdened.  Her learned wisdom and guidance will support you in your next choices so you can support your child with love.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Mother of three mostly grown kids, chef, relationship coach, partner, I enjoy the fun and adventures of parenting, and living life to fullest with food, travel and lots of love. CONTACT THE GUEST:    FB: krista melanson IG: @the_relationshipchef krista-marie.com/chefskiss   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 191 Julia Cook: Your Internet-Connected Child Learns Differently. Need Insights? 190 Bob Hastings: Using Storytelling to Help Kids Listen & Imagine 189 Your Child Is A Gestalt Language Learner? Uses Echolalia? 4 Tips To Help Expand Interactive Skills 179 Lois Letchford: Dyslexia? Put Away What Is Not Working And Make Learning Fun 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth   Helpful Other RESOURCES:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~  Many of you have acknowledged how much of a struggle it is to get Speech Therapy services - either enough or at all.  Today, I will address what is going on in speech pathology,  how this impacts you, and what you can do to help your kids.  According to the National Institute of Health, 40% of our children ages 3-10 are  struggling to develop good communication skills.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the job opening projected for SLPs is 19% over the next decade.  The shortage of Speech Language Pathologists has been around for years and has no end in sight.  What are your options when your child needs more help and You don't know how?  Listen in to find out!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Freebie:  "5 Ways To Get Your Kids To Listen Better" : https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/7ca5ce43-d436ea91 Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   FROM TODAY'S EPISODE:  The Other Side of Divorce: Breakups That Lead to Breakthroughs www.ActionTakersPublishing.com/divorce   IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 154 A Single Father of Triplets Shares His Success Story. Happy Father's Day! 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 189 Your Child Is A Gestalt Language Learner? Uses Echolalia? 4 Tips To Help Expand Interactive Skills Learning Series on Attention:  Episodes #28- #33 Learning Series on Speech Sounds:  Episodes #56 - #64   AFFILIATE RESOURCE:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3

Hey Friends~  Do you have a complex kid?   If you do, you know how much of a struggle it is to find help and get help that gives you confidence in the future.  Are you struggling with Mom Guilt?   You are not alone!   Today's guest shares her journey with having a complex kid and her journey with speech therapy.  Michelle Choairy's child has Childhood Apraxia of Speech among other complex issues.  She is uplifting. She is encouraging and she sets your feet on the right path!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Michelle Choairy is a mom of a complex kid. She has been her son's best advocate and has learned through the years what it takes to get the best care for her child. She is the Founder of Collective Wisdom for Complex Kids, a support group for mothers with children with disabilities. She has a passion for helping families re-evaluate and prioritize their dynamics, along with guiding them from confusion to clarity while raising complex children CONTACT THE GUEST:  https://www.facebook.com/wisdom4complexkids?mibextid=LQQJ4d https://www.instagram.com/wisdom4complexkids?igsh=NGVhN2U2NjQ0Yg%3D%3D&utm_source=qr https://wisdom4complexkids.online/the-ultimate-advocacy-toolkit   Affiliate RESOURCES to help you along the way:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 188 Susanna Peace Lovell: Is Your True Self Enough? Lessons Learned In Parenting A Child With Autism 167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child's Ability To Read? 142 Are You Doing Extreme Caregiving Jessica Patay Tells About Being Brave Together 128 From Diagnosis To Celebration - Ngoma Shares Triumphs And Struggles of Raising A Child With Autism

Hey Friends~  Your kids whine … and after a while, you doubt your resolve.   “Maybe I am being too harsh.”      “Maybe one more cookie doesn't matter.”   “Maybe they aren't tired enough to go to sleep.”  Then, as time goes on,  you resent the situation.   You resent that you got yourself  in this situation AGAIN.   And,  in those moments, you even resent your child…   When these feelings happen, it's easy to think we are bad parents.   Why is this so hard?    Today, we talk about  one strategy to get out of that cycle! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   A RESOURCE to support your travels:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 194 Just What IS Your Child's Behavior Communicating this Holiday Season?!? 192 Getting Kids Involved In Family Activities, Without The Fuss! 187 Gary Chapman: Wrap Your Discipline In Their Love Language 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 181 Gwen: Want Words To Replace Screaming In Your 1 Year Old? Listen To This Success Story!

Hey Friends~  How do you re-teach language to someone who has had a brain injury and lost their language?  Today's guest does a fantastic job to describe how she taught her brother to speak , read, write, and comprehend again after a stroke.  This episode is inspiring and educational on how you can build confidence and encourage as well as build in joy.   For anyone learning to speak, read, write,  and comprehend, you will be enlightened how these methods work for first time learners, too!   Zorina Pritchett explains how games make a huge  impact in learning and the power of play to find progress.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Zorina's is a Disabled Army Veteran, retiree, and new entrepreneur, founding ZoChey, a venture crafting engaging, educational, and quick-play card games for children—a perfect respite from digital distractions for both parents and kids. She has a children's book “Dancing Teardrops” pending release in 2024. Zorina's most notable achievement is being a caregiver for her brother following his brain stroke requiring compassion, resilience, and determination to help in his recovery of cognitive impairment and aphasia. In her spare time, she enjoys helping Veterans with disability claims. CONTACT THE GUEST:    https://www.instagram.com/zomadicshift/ linkedin.com/in/zorina-pritchétt-575812287   RESOURCES to TRAVEL EASIER:   BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 67 Do You Know How to Teach Language and Behavior Using Games You Already Have at Home? Here are 6 Examples from the Game: Chutes and Ladders 129 Theresa Alexander Inman:  Can You Read Your Child's Cues?  Understanding This Unlocks Confusion And Builds Connection 120 Feeling Disconnected at Home? Coach Ambereen Shares 4 Ways to Build Stronger Family Bonds and Increase Joy 155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases! 162 Do You Know How To Show Love In Any Language? Paul Zolman Shares A Simple Game That Works!

Hey Friends~  IF Behavior IS Communication, then WHAT are they communicating??!   This is a common question parents ask! Today we will dig into some common ways that kids communicate with us - IN WAYS THAT WE DON'T LIKE!  When we learn how to interpret well, we can give words to our littles so that they have other ways to communicate.  When a tantrum works, it's because we allowed it to work.  There is no reason for the child to change the method.  ... Unless of course, YOU SET UP A REASON TO CHANGE THAT METHOD!  (Hint! Hint!) Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     Affiliate RESOURCES I believe in:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Curious about parent coaching? Email: hello@thelanguageofplay.com  so we can set up a complimentary call to discuss your needs and if we are a match to work together! Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup ** For Speaking Engagements contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively 176 Markus Higgs: Kids Yelling At You? Here's A Better Way To Handle it 177 Keep Getting Stuck When You Try To Reinforce Rules? 3 Steps To Get You On Track! 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 185 Anastasia Arauz Unraveling the Magic of Play Therapy in Child Development 186 4 Strategies To Help Young Kids Overcome Monster Fears

Hey Friends~  The holidays are here!  This means high stress for some, while it's a lot of joy and fun for others!  Which one is you?  Perhaps both!   In this episode, we talk with child expert, DJ Stutz, about how we can make the holidays less stressful and what you can do to prepare ourselves and set ourselves and our kids up for success. Do you have too many traditions?  Too many parties?  Too much stuff?  You will have a few more ideas in your toolbox after this conversation. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     ABOUT THE GUEST:     DJ Stutz, a dynamic Early Childhood Specialist, mother of five, and passionate parent educator. With over 20 years of teaching experience, DJ brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding to the world of parenting. As the host of the acclaimed podcast "Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting," she offers invaluable guidance and support to parents navigating the ups and downs of raising children. DJ's expertise in child development, coupled with her empathetic approach, empowers parents to instill values, build strong relationships, and create nurturing environments for their kids. Whether through her insightful podcast, live events, coaching, or workshops, DJ Stutz is dedicated to helping parents embrace the beautiful chaos of parenthood with confidence and grace. CONTACT THE GUEST:   https://www.imperfectheroes.net/ Podcast:  Imperfect Heroes: Insights into Parenting Here's the FREE Bingo game discussed in the episode:  https://www.imperfectheroes.net/resources     RESOURCES to make your TRAVEL EASIER !!  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3     YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com  If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  192 Getting Kids Involved In Family Activities, Without The Fuss! 105 Building Language Through Imagination And The Christmas Story, part 1 106 Building Language Through Imagination And The Christmas Story, part 2 95 Do You Have A Picky Eater? Have a Holiday Plan! Join For A Success Story with Everyday Parent, Kristi! 104 How Does This Gift Develop Language? 4 Tips To Quickly Evaluate A Toy 139 Is There a Simple Way to Lessen Picky Eating? Here is One Fun Way!

Hey Friends~  It is Holiday time of the year!!  No matter where you are in the world, you are quite possibly celebrating SOMETHING during these shortest days of the year!  It's often hard to keep up with school and normal daily life - without  also adding in big celebrations.  But that is just what goes on in December!  How do we Keep the joy? Keep it light?  Remember what you are doing and what you are celebrating?   Today's topic is how we can draw our kids into the experience.  Maybe your experience is being part of a Musical or Play or putting up decorations or making special food.   Sometimes our kids participate willingly and happily and other times they pout, whine, and worse.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES  to help you during Holiday Travel:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Curious about parent coaching? Email: hello@thelanguageofplay.com  so we can set up a complimentary call to discuss your needs and if we are a match to work together! Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup ** For Speaking Engagements contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively 187 Gary Chapman: Wrap Your Discipline In Their Love Language 190 Bob Hastings: Using Storytelling to Help Kids Listen & Imagine 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 139 Is There a Simple Way to Lessen Picky Eating? Here is One Fun Way!

Hey Friends~  Have you ever had a book that changes how you communicate with your child?  Maybe the book showed a new way to handle a problem  - and you think, I am going to be more like Mrs. Buttercup!   Maybe that story helped you  learn how to explain something in a way that your child understands.  Maybe it is a concept, maybe a behavior.  Maybe the story even helped YOU understand the concept or behavior DIFFERENTLY.  Stories are powerful!!  Stories teach in ways that we cannot do when we speak directly.   You will enjoy today's author, Julia Cook, as she teaches you directly about today's youth and the current thinking patterns and mindset that is so different from how you grew up.  She explains how to reach in and connect so that you understand how your internet -connected child is learning.  Julia quotes her mentor in saying, “a story reaches a child's mind in ways that you cannot teach in directions…. “     Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Julia Cook is a national award winning children's author and presenter who has sold nearly 4 million books. CONTACT THE GUEST:   Julia@juliacookonline.com @ juliacookonline Juliacookonline.com Cookiebytesbyjulia.com   Helpful RESOURCES for Holiday travel:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Like this Episode?  Here are other Episodes you will enjoy!     162 Do You Know How To Show Love In Any Language? Paul Zolman Shares A Simple Game That Works! 155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases! 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth Episodes from Children's Authors:  174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How! 87 Lynn Greenberg: Is Dyslexia Your Superpower? Find Out How! More are recorded and coming soon! So Keep listening!   

Hey Friends~  Holidays are a time that we create stories. Stories have the power to draw our families together and we can weave into those stories the lessons that we really want our kids to know! Listening to stories is a fabulous way to TRAIN OUR IMAGINATION AND OUR LISTENING SKILLS at the same time!  Do you do any “Listen-Only” stories?  Human brains are developing differently now with so much  screen exposure.   Today, we have a master storyteller here with us!  Bob Hastings shares how his creativity was sparked through storytelling with his  kids and grandkids.  Then, he realized the immense impact and influence the stories had!  Don't underestimate the power of storytelling and what YOU can do with it!! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     ABOUT THE GUEST:    When Bob's children Andrew Wood and Erin Katherine were young, Bob made up "Woody and Katie Stories" based on their middle names. Fast forward a few decades and Drew's son Arlo asked "Bear King" (the name he calls Bob) to tell him a "wind story." That prompted Bob to create this podcast series, drawing on the arc of the adventure books he loved as a kid and continuing the tradition of naming characters loosely on children's names. Grandsons Arlo is "Loar" and Oren is "Roen." Grandnieces Aurora, Delaney and Allessandra are featured, too. They visit neighborhoods where family members live. Before he retired from the TriMet transit agency, Bob oversaw the architectural design of the Tilikum Crossing Bridge of the People over the Willamette River. He also managed the agency's alternative energy projects. Today, Bob lives in a Portland high-rise "sky cave" condo tower by the river, bridge and Ross Island. He and his wife "Bear Queen" drive an all-electric car. CONTACT THE GUEST:   bob@oregonbydesign.com Enjoy Bob Hasting's podcast: "Bear King & Bobo Chico Stories for Kids" :  https://bearkingbobochico.buzzsprout.com/share     Affiliate RESOURCES to help:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3     YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com      If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  93 Teaching Kids To Express Gratitude In 2 Easy Steps! 95 Do You Have A Picky Eater? Have a Holiday Plan! Join For A Success Story with Everyday Parent, Kristi! 96 A Thanksgiving Story of Squanto Shared From Dinalynn's Home Library 103 Traveling With Littles? 3 Magic Ways To Have A Happier Trip! 115 - 3 Ways To Ensure Travel With Kids Is Enjoyable!

Hey Friends~  Are you wondering  why your child echoes you?  Do they not really answer the question, but actually repeat what you say,  back to you?  This pattern of communication is indicative of a Gestalt Language Processor.   This pattern is common among kiddos with autism. Kids without autism  may also use this pattern of language, though it is most common in the very early years.  How do you manage this?  Always respond  Be a sleuth - figure out what that echo might represent Embrace their attempts to communicate Understand this is a script Listen in for examples and ideas for how to respond, what to look for, understanding the scripts, and how to increase your child's  interactive language in supportive ways.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Affiliate RESOURCES I love:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Webinar:  “Beyond Obedience: Unveiling The Power of Listening In Kids”   ➡️   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/webinar-free-2ddd5182-6f8e8529 Saturday, November 23, 2024, 2:00 Pacific / 4:00 Central Time zones  Invite your friends!    Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 188 Susanna Peace Lovell: Is Your True Self Enough? Lessons Learned In Parenting A Child With Autism 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth 183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language 55 Sarah Brumley on Simultaneously Navigating Reactive Attachment Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder with her adopted children 51 LaDawn Hickman: Successfully Teaching Communication in the Messy with Autism  

Hey Friends~  Walking the road of parenting is hard.  It is filled with joy and struggles.  We are okay to feel the way we feel.  No matter what you feel about it.   Learning to let go of negative judgment and condemning thoughts about our feelings  is critical to be authentically yourself.  Parents are often  able to do this with their kids,  but continue to struggle to be so kind to themselves.   If this is you, you will LOVE today's Episode with Susanna Peace Lovell, author of Your True Self is Enough.     Susanna's daughter wrote in the forward of the book,  “Learn to understand your child rather than make them do what you think is normal.”   When you learn from your child who they are, instead of trying to create them to be who we want them to be, we free ourselves to do the same for ourselves.  You will be glad you tuned in to this encouraging and authentic episode. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Susanna Peace Lovell received her B.A. from UC Berkeley and is an author, speaker, disability rights advocate and a certified professional life coach dedicated to the health and wellness of disability families everywhere. This is also her lived experience raising a teenage daughter with myriad disabilities and diagnoses including ASD (autism spectrum disorder), ADHD, anxiety and severe food allergies. CONTACT THE GUEST:    IG = @mamapeace www.susannapeacelovell.com   RESOURCE to help when you TRAVEL this holiday season!    BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Webinar: “Beyond Obedience: Unveiling The Power Of Listening in Kids”  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/webinar-free-2ddd5182-6f8e8529   Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com     Other Episodes about raising a child with autism: 51 LaDawn Hickman: Successfully Teaching Communication in the Messy with Autism 55 Sarah Brumley on Simultaneously Navigating Reactive Attachment Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder with her adopted children 125 Kelley Coleman: Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child 128 From Diagnosis To Celebration - Ngoma Shares Triumphs And Struggles of Raising A Child With Autism 142 Are You Doing Extreme Caregiving Jessica Patay Tells About Being Brave Together

Hey Friends~  Everyone has some type of dysfunction in their upbringing, but these days MANY people are unsure what a healthy family looks like!  Parents often express that they wonder how to raise their kids without repeating what their parents did.  One way to learn Traits of Healthy Families is to read books!   Another way is by learning to speak love into your families in ways that each person understands best.   Dr. Gary Chapman, a New York Times #1 Bestselling Author,  is today's guest on The Language Of Play!  He says you should  “WRAP YOUR DISCIPLINE IN THEIR LOVE LANGUAGE.”  Tune in to understand what that means with examples how to do it!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Gary Chapman, Ph.D.—author, speaker, pastor, and counselor—has a passion for people, and for helping them form lasting relationships. Chapman is a well-known marriage counselor and director of marriage seminars. The 5 Love Languages® is one of Chapman's most popular titles, topping various bestseller charts for years, selling over twenty million copies, and has been translated into 50 languages. Chapman has been directly involved in real-life family counseling for more than 30 years, and his nationally syndicated radio programs air on the Moody Radio Network and affiliate stations. CONTACT THE GUEST:   www.5lovelanguages.com Dr. Chapman's most recent book:  5 Traits of a Healthy Family: Steps You can Take to Grow Closer, Communicate Better, and Change the World Together    Affiliate RESOURCES I believe in:  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3 Financial Freedom 101 from Penelope Jane Smith:  Starts tomorrow! https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn/   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Webinar: “Beyond Obedience: Unveiling The Power Of Listening in Kids”  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/webinar-free-2ddd5182-6f8e8529   Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  18 Do Your Kids FEEL LOVED This Valentine's Day?  Let's Find Out! 162 Do You Know How To Show Love In Any Language? Paul Zolman Shares A Simple Game That Works! 129 Theresa Alexander Inman:  Can You Read Your Child's Cues?  Understanding This Unlocks Confusion And Builds Connection 183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language

Hey Friends~  The question comes up often this time of year, “How do you explain Halloween & monsters to a toddler, especially a toddler struggling with fears?”  Actually… Kids don't wait for halloween to fear monsters!  The issue of fears is real at any time of the year.  But for lots of kids, it gets ramped up during Halloween time!  You cannot even go to the grocery store without seeing scary faces.  Let's unpack 4 ways you can help your little one get past fears. Listen to this Episode to understand the importance of what to do first and then the application of these strategies!    FIRST:   REMEMBER: KIDS' IMAGINATIONS are BIG and WONDERFUL!   We need to protect what they see Hear what they are saying.  Validate it Provide comfort   Then, Here are 4 Things to help:   Create a method to interact with the monster. Create a situation where monsters are not bad - and maybe even fun.  Dis-Empower the Monster. Pretend the feelings all year long   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Affiliate RESOURCES for YOU!  BabyQuip is the #1 baby gear rental service, and a total game changer for families who don't want to haul bulky gear while traveling! Follow this link for a BabyQuip Provider where you travel:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3 Financial Freedom 101 from Penelope Jane Smith:   https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn/   YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:  21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  92 Do You Have A Fearful Child? 4 Steps To Calm Your Child This Halloween 21 ”Goofy Play.”  Find it Annoying?  How to Handle and When to Allow 88 Why Is Imaginary Play So Important? 91 Using Play Dress Up To Teach Life Skills! 101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works!

Hey Friends~  How we communicate with our kids determines how well they understand us,  Communication is key!  Developmentally, we know our kids are at different levels.  How do we know what is good for them?   In play, we can learn where they are at.  Today's guest, a play therapist, Anastasia Aruz,  defines play as when we are “Peaceful and grounded with who your soul is.”   We discuss HOW to use play to build deep trust, get over communication hurdles, and address trauma.  Take a step back.  Don't fix.  Just listen and follow.   Stay purely present without your phone.  Her mission is clear: to guide families in developing a healthy mindset for building a balanced family system.  You will learn so much in today's episode!  You will be glad you listened!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Anastasia graduated from Appalachian State University with a degree in Elementary Education in 1996 and earned a Master of Arts in Counseling from North Carolina Central University in 2003. She also completed a Post Master Certificate in Couples and Family Counseling at UNC Greensboro in 2009. With 5 years of experience as a middle school teacher and 9 years as an elementary school counselor, Anastasia became a Registered Play Therapist in 2014 and served on the Board of the North Carolina Association of Play Therapy from 2013 to 2020. From 2019 to 2023, she built a private practice in Jacksonville, NC, working with children and families. In 2022, she began coaching parents to help them create a healthy mindset and a balanced family system. CONTACT THE GUEST:    Instagram: anastasia.arauz https://www.anastasiaarauzcoaching.com anastasiaj37@gmail.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  179 Lois Letchford: Dyslexia? Put Away What Is Not Working And Make Learning Fun 183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language 174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How! 184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child's Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth          

Hey Friends~  Our parenting and communication  habits set up  our children to have habits of responding.   In general…   If we habitually require them to interact, they will be interactive.   If we expect and create situations where they must speak, they will speak.    How we spend our time is what they see is how TO spend time!   In today's episode, we talk about the HABITS we have CREATED  around our communication with our children and Which 4 habits you can develop in your interactions that cause language to blossom!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language 181 Gwen: Want Words To Replace Screaming In Your 1 Year Old? Listen To This Success Story! 174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How! 154 A Single Father of Triplets Shares His Success Story. Happy Father's Day! And so many more… 

Hey Friends~  Play Dumb & Sabotage!  To the SLP, this sounds creative, loving, and  intentional for making progress.  To others, it might sound mean or undermining!!  Listen in to see how to play dumb and sabotage well.  Today's guest, Jeaneen Tang's  definition “To mindfully under-estimate” for the purpose of expanding language.   Lots of fabulous nuggets of information today!! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Jeaneen Tang, speech-language pathologist and mother of a special needs child. Along with my over 20 years of experience with working go with children and adults with neurodiversity, I also have an 11 year old son who is neurodivergent. He suffered a traumatic brain injury and stroke at 13 months old. My personal and professional relationship with this amazing population has forever changed me. I hope to change their world too. CONTACT THE GUEST:   http://www.playdumbandsabotage.com Get Your Book Here:   www.playdumbandsabotage.com IG business: @playdumbandsabotage IG personal: @jt808 YOUR NEXT STEPS: Sign up for the Newsletter:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/newsletter-optin Freebie:   21 Days of Encouragement:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Send Dinalynn a thought or question!  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ** For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  154 A Single Father of Triplets Shares His Success Story. Happy Father's Day! 159 Want To Expand Your Child's Sentences So You Know What They Mean? 163 Your Child Sounds like a Child? How We Know If Sounds Are Different Vs. "Wrong" 166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how! 167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child's Ability To Read?

Hey Friends~  Have you been cultured to be quiet?  Have you grown up NOT telling what is actually true for you?  Perhaps  you know that if you tell what you actually think  - It would not be okay.  You learned to say what is expected of you. This is “socialized behavior.”  … There is a time for that. Not Today!  If  you want your kids to tell you the truth, you need to be able to accept ALL KINDS of truth.   We cannot expect our kids to only speak the truth when we want to hear.  That is, if you want an authentic, honest relationship with them!     If we start this socialized pattern when they are small, we inadvertently teach them they cannot trust themselves, which leads to many unnecessary struggles.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  132 Erin LoPorto: Why Telling Your Child, “Don't Worry” Doesn't Help 141 How Do You Inadvertently Build Doubt Into Your Child? Here's One Way To Change Doubt Into Confidence! 149 Triggered By Your Child's Behavior? Gayle Weill Helps You Be Your Best Self! 175 Do Your Kids Ask Uncomfortable Questions? Here's Help To Answer Well!

Hey Friends~  This is a follow up to Episode 42 about teaching very young children to use the toilet.  However,  we  also learn that Gwen inadvertently taught her 1 year old, that communication through screaming works!   We all teach something we did not intend to teach at times.  Gwen shares that she discovered this truth, and decided to change it.   Gwen shares how it happened!  Listen in for ideas you can apply!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com  to have a conversation about helping your child communicate better!    RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Helpful Affiliate Resources with The Language Of Play: BabyQuip: Travel Light; Travel Happy:  https://www.babyquip.com?a=7486bd3 Financial Freedom Free e-book:  https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/fff/dinalynn/ Financial Freedom 101:  follow e-book link.      If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  42 Gwen: Reveals Effective Toilet Talk with a ONE-year-old That Amazes her Mom! 36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively 144 Your 1 Year Old Not Speaking? 3 Steps To Help Your Little Speak 146 Think Your 1 Year Old Should Speak More? 5 Tips To Find Success 157 When A Temper Tantrum Isn't A Temper Tantrum??!! 22 Do You Know How to Expand Your Child's Language Skills? Here's a Picture Book Example 04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book

Hey Friends~  Is your child using past tense mistakes like “I maked it,” instead of “I made it” ?    Do they use present tense instead of past:  “I cook,” when it was actually this morning when they helped with breakfast?   Past tense errors are a common indicator showing a child needs some help with language development. A common mistake parents make is thinking the child will simply figure it out.  While that can be true sometimes, waiting also allows them to create habits that later need to be undone and re-learned.   If you'd like to know how to help your child with using better language NOW, listen in for 4 simple steps to make the correction easy.  Why not help your child early, along the way, as they are developing!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Here are the Episodes mentioned today:  166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how! 175 Do Your Kids Ask Uncomfortable Questions? Here's Help To Answer Well! 99 Helping Your Child Talk About Things That Recently Happened Using Past Tense

Hey Friends~  Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a communication disorder that interferes with learning, understanding, and using language. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) in the USA says DLD “is one of the most common developmental disorders, affecting approximately 1 in 14 children in kindergarten.”  To add to the confusion, over the years, “DLD has also been called specific language impairment, language delay, or developmental dysphasia.”  Source:  https://www.nidcd.nih.gov/sites/default/files/Documents/health/voice/developmental-language-disorder.pdf Is your child struggling in school?  Not listening well?  &  Unable to communicate what they mean?   Today's guest, Lois Letchford, shares her story that led to connecting the dots for her son's understanding and learning in the presence of  Dyslexia, Developmental Learning Delay, and other developmental struggles.  She put away what was not working and used what her son was interested in.  She says, “Curiosity propagates in the brain in untold ways.”   She gives practical descriptions that you can use, whether you are a teacher or a parent, to help your children better.   This episode is a must listen for Parents, Educators, Child-care workers, Speech Pathologists,  and all those living or working with children!  Please share this episode with those who are!    Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   Lois Letchford's dyslexia came to light when she faced teaching her son, Nicholas. Examining her reading failure caused her to adapt and change lessons. The results were dramatic. Lois qualified as a reading specialist using her non-traditional background, multi-continental experience, and passion for assisting other failing students. Lois received teaching degrees in Australia, Texas, and a master's degree from SUNY, NY. Reversed: A Memoir is her first book. In this story, she details her dyslexia and the journey of her son's dramatic failure in first grade. CONTACT THE GUEST:   lois@loisletchford.com Get her book:  “REVERSED”  https://www.loisletchford.com/thebook https://www.instagram.com/loisletchford/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/loisletchford/     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes on Learning:  83 Aly Young: Your ”Wait and See” Is Actually a ”Wait to Fail” Approach.  A Discussion on Dyslexia, Learning, Language, and Literacy 87 Lynn Greenberg:  Is Dyslexia Your Superpower?  Find Out How! 68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice 167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child's Ability To Read? 174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How! 147 What? Your Child Can't Read - And Has A HIGH IQ?? Lynne Roe shares a success story of dyslexia and dysgraphia

Hey Friends~  We hear, “Give your child a time out!   Then we hear, “No! Make it a Time-IN!”   The Washington Post says that timeout is outdated.  So what is the truth about the Time-Out?  If you have ever wondered about this and then today's episode is for you!   Let's get some clarity and down to Earth wisdom on this topic!    Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn   CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  114 Time IN or Time Out? EXPERT: KAREN HALL helps us support our kids while not taking on their Big Feelings 81 How Your Direction Isn't Clear, Even Though You Think It Is! It's Time to Notice! 130 Jennifer Ginty Shares How A Doll Can Help Children Process Big Emotions 172 Dealing With Big Feelings About Back To School. What Emotions Are Your Children Experiencing? 165 Are You Tired Of Repeating Yourself? How To Have Your Environment Repeat For You! 166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how!  

Hey Friends~  Do you find yourself having a plan… and then you run out of gas or focus to keep that plan going?  Maybe your kids are not doing what you rehearsed in your mind, so now you don't know what to do.  It SEEMS like your idea isn't fitting this situation!   What is going on here?   If this happens to you, hang tight!  We'll be discussing this today!  Remember, “Your Follow through is what teaches, not your words.” Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  08 Bilingual Kids and Speaking Delays in Multi-Language Households 56 Do You Want Your Child To Speak More Clearly, but Don't Know How to Teach it? Learn This, and You Can Teach Anything! 149 Triggered By Your Child's Behavior? Gayle Weill Helps You Be Your Best Self! 165 Are You Tired Of Repeating Yourself? How To Have Your Environment Repeat For You! 166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how! 174 Gina Prosch: Children Learn Best When They Don't Know They Are Learning At All. See How!    

Hey Friends~  Words have power!   Sometimes our children say things TO US that are painful.  It is difficult to know how to handle it!   We want to be gracious but we also want the harsh words to end!  We want to pass on our values!   And how to handle it in a way that passes on values and isn't “preachy?”   Wisdom comes from experience. Kids don't have many experiences yet, Therefore, they do not have wisdom yet.  Get ready to take notes during this  deep and nourishing conversation with Marcus Higgs as he shares what he learned about communicating with kids and passing on values.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     ABOUT THE GUEST:   bio.marcushiggs.com CONTACT THE GUEST:   marcus@marcushiggs.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcushiggs/ https://marcushiggs.com/     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    It's Back to School Time! Here are episodes to help with TRANSITIONS!    112 Do You Hesitate To Interrupt Your Child's Activity? 4 Steps To Easier Transitions 113 - 3 Tools That Help Your Child To Transition From One Activity To The Next! 77 How to Create Back-to-School Routines That Work! 79 How to Create Simple Morning Routines for Kids Using a Paper Schedule - that Works! 80 Teaching or Telling.  Know The Difference For Better Listening and Compliance! 81 How Your Direction Isn't Clear, Even Though You Think It Is! It's Time to Notice! 41 Can You Hear What Your Child Is NOT Saying? 4 Strategies to Help Young Kids With BIG Adjustments 172 Dealing With Big Feelings About Back To School. What Emotions Are Your Children Experiencing?

Hey Friends~  Today we are talking about QUESTIONS!  Some of our children don't ask questions easily. Some ask question,  after question,  after question! And sometimes, our kids ask UNCOMFORTABLE QUESTIONS!   What is a good way to handle that? Do you have any ideas?  I do!   I am glad you are joining here for practical, easy to implement strategies!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  99 Helping Your Child Talk About Things That Recently Happened Using Past Tense 101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works! 102 Top 4 Mistakes Parents Make And How to Correct Them! 103 Traveling With Littles? 3 Magic Ways To Have A Happier Trip!

Hey Friends~  Author Gina Prosch was homeschooling when she realized her son “learned best when he didn't know he was learning at all.”  In this episode, you will hear a delightful success story of a mom who was able to go with the flow of her child's learning and allow his interest areas to guide how he would learn other necessary skills.  Gina went on to write children's stories that showcase child behavior and parent empathy in a way that guides parents to use language that is helpful.   I know you will enjoy this conversation!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com ABOUT THE GUEST:   Gina Prosch created #thisdaysjoy, a 10-year-long odyssey of looking for joy each and every day. Today she continues to promote the active pursuit of positive emotions with her children's books:  “Joy! You Find What You Look For,”  “Hope! More Than Wishful Thinking,” and “Love! It's Show and Tell”   (coming 2025) CONTACT THE GUEST:    www.ginaprosch.com  (web site) www.ginaproschwrites.com   (substack) Find Gina @ginaproschwrites on most social media and @ginarosch on X (Twitter)   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  126 Your Child Has Imaginary Friends? Deborah Greenhut Tells A Parent's Story To Use These Friends For Healing And Learning 129 Theresa Alexander Inman:  Can You Read Your Child's Cues?  Understanding This Unlocks Confusion And Builds Connection 119 Child Being Irrational? 4 Tips And A Funny Story 115 - 3 Ways To Ensure Travel With Kids Is Enjoyable!  

Hey Friends~  Kids love talking about POOP!  Adults often feel uncomfortable with this topic.  We are not afraid to talk about poop on The Language of Play - because this is a very important health topic - and an inability to eliminate well impacts a child's behavior, sleep,  and their ability to learn.   Many kids struggle with constipation.  Have you ever wondered what is healthy and normal?    Alicia explains what to look for in detail so that you can help your child more easily.  Teach your kids to listen to their bodies and find the root cause.  She talks about this awkward topic with ease and fun.     Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     ABOUT THE GUEST:   Alicia has been a university instructor for 25+ years, and a holistic nutrition coach for 12+ years. She has enjoyed seeing families transform their habits and reducing tantrums and food fights. She loves teaching the kids and families to explore new food through play in the Happy Healthy Kids Adventure program, a step-by-step learning program that allows kids and their parents to realize that creating healthy habits completely transforms their home environment and their relationships. CONTACT THE GUEST:   alicia@naturesheal.ca FREE GIFT from Alicia:  https://dinalynnrosenbus.krtra.com/t/kN9AsfH3vUa4     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Free Parent Group Coaching/ Open Office Hours:  Available Summer 2024 ONLY!   August 20   -  Register Here:   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/group-coaching-2ddd5182-38d33cf4   Let's have a conversation about your thoughts, concerns, & wonderings!   Email me directly with any questions - or if links aren't working!    More Resources:  Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com      If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  65 Melissa Deally- Part 1 - How Food Impacts Your Child's Behavior! Learn to Recognize a Food Reaction and How to Make the Right Changes for Your Kiddo 66 Melissa Deally- Part 2 - How Food Impacts Your Child's Behavior! Learn Simple Strategies to Detect Food Sensitivities 118 Diann Alexander: Does The Chaos Of Your Home Life Feel Like “A Theater Of Little People”? 139 Is There a Simple Way to Lessen Picky Eating? Here is One Fun Way! 115 - 3 Ways To Ensure Travel With Kids Is Enjoyable!

Hey Friends~  When it's time for you to think about back-to-school. How do you feel?  Relief, joy, dread, support, sadness, frustration, fear…  so Many Feelings!  And, ALL the feelings might be present at the same time!  Today we talk about the Feelings and Thoughts that come with a return to school, plus how you can help yourself and your kiddo experience a positive return.  … Or maybe a first time entering.   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Time-Sensitive Resources from The Language Of Play: ** SUMMER 2024 ONLY!   Free & Available this summer! Sign Up Parent Group Coaching:  August 20 Register Here:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/group-coaching-2ddd5182-38d33cf4 Let's have a conversation about your thoughts, concerns, & wonderings!   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  108 EXPERT: Dewey Kraus Discusses Self-Compassion When Parenting 170 Back to School? 4 tips for speedy acquisition of language 77 How to Create Back-to-School Routines That Work! 57 Does Your 3-Year-Old Say Sounds Wrong?  Here is How to Help Your Preschooler Talk More Clearly! 36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively

Hey Friends~  Today on "The Language of Play," we have Wendy McNeill with us. Wendy was adopted at the age of 12, and she has a fascinating story to share. She talks about her move from Puerto Rico, learning English, and adjusting to a new family and life. Wendy also opens up about her experiences with a speech impediment, stuttering, and a learning disability. Her journey is a mix of challenges and gratitude, offering valuable insights for parents navigating adoption and supporting children with special needs. Listen in to hear Wendy's story of faith, journaling, and personal growth. Her experiences will inspire and help you understand the unique journey of adopted children and those facing similar challenges. Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:    Wendy McNiel is a philanthropist, transracial adoptee, and military widow.  She earned her Master of Divinity degree from Truett Theological Seminary at Baylor University and is a veteran of the US Air Force. Her topic "Own Your Voice" encourages us to live authentically. She spoke on the "Voices of Women" Summit. CONTACT THE GUEST:   wmcneil137@gmail.com Time-Sensitive Resources from The Language Of Play: ** Last One!  Free Open Office Hours with an SLP** Parent Group Coaching:  August 20, 2024 - 10:00 AM CST Register Here:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/group-coaching-2ddd5182-38d33cf4 Let's have a conversation about your thoughts, concerns, & wonderings!     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  55 Sarah Brumley on Simultaneously Navigating Reactive Attachment Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder with her adopted children 69 Can You Really Reparent Yourself? And When You Should Consider It. 90 What Does Improv Have To Do With Parenting?  EVERYTHING!! with Chris Trew 108 EXPERT: Dewey Kraus Discusses Self-Compassion When Parenting 110 COACH: Angie Ellsworth Helps Parents Know Better, Do Better, and Feel Better - And Discusses Bullying 126 Your Child Has Imaginary Friends? Deborah Greenhut Tells A Parent's Story To Use These Friends For Healing And Learning 145 Katja Lany: How Montessori caused her to know her inner child and reparent herself

Hey Friends~  There are many ways to teach just about anything. Parents often want ways to speed up their child's acquisition of language.  Today, I will help you with 4 Tips to help you do just that, at home. 1- Know your target 2- Notice in Yourself 3- Notice in your Child 4- Call Happy Attention using adaptable practices Listen in to know what each step actually means!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn   CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com     Time-Sensitive Resources from The Language Of Play: ** Last One!  Free Open Office Hours with an SLP** Sign Up Parent Group Coaching:  August 20 Register Here:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/group-coaching-2ddd5182-38d33cf4 Let's have a conversation about your thoughts, concerns, & wonderings!     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com  If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 165 Are You Tired Of Repeating Yourself? How To Have Your Environment Repeat For You! 166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how! 167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child's Ability To Read? 168 Lipstick! A Simple Trick To Help Your Child Speak 169 Karen DeLoach: Worried You Are Ruining Your Children? Homeschooling and How Art May Help Your Child With ADHD!  

Hey Friends~  Have you ever wondered about alternative education?  Have you wondered if home-schooling would be a good option for you?  What about if your child has ADHD?   Join today for a conversation with Karen DeLoach, as she is a successful parent and an expert in art creativity.  She has learned well to see the child with their strengths and focus on training their strengths. She discusses kinetic learners.   Brought her child home for home education.  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST-  Karen is an artist, art mentor, actor, author and creativity specialist. She teaches Art History & Appreciation in college using textbooks that she has written. Along with her husband, she co-pastors a home-based ministry and home group called Imagine Gathering. After a 30+ year career as a homeschool Mom, private and public school art and film teacher, she became an online Creativity Specialist and Art Mentor. She has taught in schools, classrooms, studios, businesses, both in person and online. She also teaches an online filmmaking class with a group of Ugandan (rescued) youths- truly inspirational. CONTACT THE GUEST  about Art as Self-Therapy: Wellness Through Creativity. https://karendeloachart.myclickfunnels.com/freegift karendeloachart@gmail.com www.linkedin.com/in/karen-deloach-b212bb1a https://www.facebook.com/karendeloachart     RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  156 Raising Your Creative Independent Thinker? Sharon Fillmore Helps You With These Wonderful Curious Children! 166 Bonus! Narrating: Effective to handle difficult behaviors and build language! Here's how! 167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child's Ability To Read? 168 Lipstick! A Simple Trick To Help Your Child Speak

Hey Friends~  Yes, you read that title correctly!  Unfortunately, it does NOT mean to put it on the child for magic results! Stick with me today if you would like to know HOW and WHY lipstick makes a difference for kids that are learning to speak!  I LOVE simple tools!  Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in   Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com  If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes: 11 Building Deeper connection Through Communication using SIGNS with your Babies 57 Does Your 3-Year-Old Say Sounds Wrong? Here is How to Help Your Preschooler Talk More Clearly! 63 How Teaching Speech Sounds Makes You a Better Parent! 153. 10 Reasons You Should Put Your Speech Delayed Child Into Sports! 163 Your Child Sounds like a Child? How We Know If Sounds Are Different Vs. "Wrong"  

Hey Friends~  Have you heard of Auditory Processing Disorder (APD)?  Does your child struggle with auditory processing issues?  Today's guest, Danielle Lindner,  shares her daughter's journey in the school system and at home with Auditory Processing Disorder.  You will hear some tips and tricks that helped along the way as well as how her child's auditory processing impacted her ability to learn reading! Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   ABOUT THE GUEST:   An esteemed educational consultant in early childhood education and a renowned parenting coach, Danielle Lindner is also an accomplished entrepreneur and author. She holds an MA in teaching and elementary education (Hons.) from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is the founder of The London Day School, a prestigious institution that provides a nurturing and enriching environment for young learners. Her new book is “Parent's Pocket Guide to Surviving the Preschool Years: One Challenge at a Time” CONTACT THE GUEST:   https://daniellelindner.com/   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  29 Series: ”Why Won't the Kids Listen!??” part 2: Processing Information: 4 Strategies to Get Your Kids to Notice What They Hear 30 Series: “Why Won't the Kids Listen!?” part3: Tools For When Language Processing is Difficult 156 Raising Your Creative Independent Thinker? Sharon Fillmore Helps You With These Wonderful Curious Children! 161 Do You Treat All The Kids The Same, Yet Their Reaction is So Different?

Hey Friends~  When our kiddos are out of control, it's tempting to scream, “Stop it!!” What if? … you could look at it differently and narrate what's going on? What would that look like? Today will discuss the effect Narration has on language development as well as emotional regulation. When we narrate what is happening for our children, we give them a gift. It's a powerful tool to help with behavior and give language to the experience. And when you use this kind of tool, it helps you step back from the experience and not be so triggered!   Always cheering you on!  Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com   Time-Sensitive Resources from The Language Of Play: ** SUMMER 2024 ONLY!   Free & Available this summer! Sign Up Parent Group Coaching:  June 27,  July 24,  August 20 Register Here:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/group-coaching-2ddd5182-38d33cf4 Let's have a conversation about your thoughts, concerns, & wonderings!   ** UPCOMING WEBINAR: "Beyond Obedience: Unveiling the Power of Listening in Kids" July 24, 2024 @ 7:00 PM Central Time  Join this FREE Interactive Webinar here:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/webinar-free-2ddd5182   RESOURCES from The Language Of Play: Sign up for my newsletter! Newsletter Opt-in Sign up for FREE 21 Days of Encouragement in your inbox!   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/1-21signup Join my Facebook Page:   https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557381098806 Sign up for a 15 min "Let's Meet Session" on zoom!  Let's Meet Session For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com    If You Liked This Episode, You Will Want To Listen To These Episodes:  35 EXPERT: Denise Belisle: Improving Your Child's Behavior using Positive Intelligence 67 Do You Know How to Teach Language and Behavior Using Games You Already Have at Home? Here are 6 Examples from the Game: Chutes and Ladders 110 COACH: Angie Ellsworth Helps Parents Know Better, Do Better, and Feel Better - And Discusses Bullying 149 Triggered By Your Child's Behavior? Gayle Weill Helps You Be Your Best Self! 157 When A Temper Tantrum Isn't A Temper Tantrum??!!