JMU Infant and Toddler Language Lab

05/05/2026

Congratulations to our 2025-2026 FIRST graduates 💜💛

We had so much fun facilitating FIRST this year and watching these babies’ language skills grow!

Thank you to all our clinicians, clinical educators, volunteers, and community for making this possible!

05/01/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EoBUjK6eH/?mibextid=wwXIfr

🌿 May is Early Intervention Month! 🌿

Did you know early intervention supports children from birth to age 3 in reaching important developmental milestones—by coaching and empowering parents right in their everyday routines?

We’re passionate about helping families build strong foundations for their child’s future 💛

To celebrate, we’re giving away a beautiful fern plant 🌱—a symbol of growth and new beginnings!

✨ To enter:
• Like this post
• Follow our page
• Comment “GROW” below

Let’s spread the word about the power of early support!

04/09/2026

We’re so excited to share that the JMU Infant & Toddler Language Lab will be at the Shenandoah Valley Baby Expo this year! Come join us to learn about our free programs for families and learn how to get involved! 👶💜💛

Don’t miss this FREE event on May 9th, from 12p-3p at the Rockingham County Fairgrounds!

$4000+ in Giveaway Prizes
70+ Vendors
Food truck, coffee & sweet treats
Engaging info sessions
Bounce house, music activity + more!

Grab your free admission tickets early and skip the line to enter at ShenValleyBabyExpo.com! (Link in bio)

02/26/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AkamZHaVK/?mibextid=wwXIfr

💡How does a Hybrid EI approach help support caregiver coaching?

SLPs share how a mix of in-person and telepractice sessions can empower caregivers to try early intervention strategies with their child at home.

Read more: 🔗 https://at.asha.org/Vj

02/23/2026

Parents and caregivers, your experience matters! Whether your child experiences frequent ear infections or none at all, we want to hear from you. This study can be done in a single
30-minute Zoom meeting and your participation will help us better understand how ear infections impact children and families!

02/23/2026

Parents and caregivers, your experience matters! Whether your child experiences frequent ear infections or none at all, we want to hear from you. This study can be done in a single 30-minute Zoom meeting and your participation will help us better understand how ear infections impact children and families!

02/06/2026

Looking to communicate with your baby to prepare them for a lifetime of success? 👶📚

The JMU FIRST program is ENROLLING NOW for new groups meeting Fridays from 9:30-11:30, February 20th - April 15th. We are looking for caregivers and babies in between the ages of 6-12 months. Diapers, books, and childcare will be provided.

Families join us for a series of visits that focus on discovering new ways to engage babies in communication. Families are empowered to use these strategies through large group interactive discussions, small groups with other parents and in individualized one-on-one sessions with graduate student coaches.

What do you get out of participating? Free developmental evaluations, education regarding best practices for interaction with babies, and a chance to practice these skills with graduate clinician coaches!

To enroll, scan the QR code or contact our team at (540) 255-0881 / harbicsc@jmu.edu.

11/19/2025

Register today! Spaces are limited!

https://forms.gle/715Ng9yhSoAD5Q1n8

11/19/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1FtePsGLfZ/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Is your family receiving (or recently received) Early Intervention (EI) services in Virginia? 🚼 Are you an EI service provider?

The VCU Early Childhood team is working on a research study to gather more information on family and provider perspectives. By completing this survey, you are helping make EI more inclusive and effective for the next generation of families.

Links in Comments

If you have any questions, please contact the study team at ECResearch @ vcu dot edu.

09/11/2025

Looking to communicate with your baby to prepare them for a lifetime of success? 👶

The JMU FIRST program is ENROLLING NOW for new groups meeting Fridays from 9:30-11:30. We are looking for caregivers and babies in between the ages of 6-12 months. Diapers, books, and childcare will be provided. Families join us for a series of visits that focus on discovering new ways to engage babies in communication. Families are empowered to use these strategies through large group interactive discussions, small groups with other parents and in individualized one-on-one sessions with graduate student coaches.

What do you get out of participating? Free developmental evaluations, education regarding best practices for interaction with babies, and a chance to practice these skills with graduate clinician coaches!

To enroll, scan the QR code or contact our team at (540) 255-0881 / harbicsc@jmu.edu.

09/06/2025

Looking to communicate with your baby to prepare them for a lifetime of success?

The JMU FIRST program is ENROLLING NOW for new groups meeting Fridays from 9:30-11:30 am. We are looking for caregivers and babies in between the ages of 6-12 months. Diapers, books, and childcare will be provided.

Families join us for a series of visits that focus on discovering new ways to engage babies in communication. Families are empowered to use these strategies through large group interactive discussions, small groups with other parents and in individualized one-on-one sessions with graduate student coaches.

What do you get out of participating? Free developmental evaluations, education regarding best practices for interaction with babies, and a chance to practice these skills with graduate clinician coaches!

To enroll, scan the QR code or contact our team at (540) 255-0881 / harbicsc@jmu.edu.