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Graceful Expression, Speech-Language Pathologist

Graceful Expression is a pediatric private practice that provides speech/feeding therapy. It may be developmental or acquired."

This page is not only to spread awareness for Better Hearing and Speech Month, but also to help parents/families have a better understanding of what a communication disorder is. According to ASHA, "It is an impairment in the ability to receive, send, process, and comprehend concepts or verbal, nonverbal and graphic symbol systems. A communication disorder may be evident in the processes of hearing, language, and/or speech. As a pediatric speech-language pathologist, we prevent, assess, diagnose, and treat speech, language, social communication skills, as well as swallowing disorders in children. If you have any questions/concerns about your child regarding speech & language skills or feeding, I'm here to discuss and answer your questions. :) Hope this page helps!

12/06/2025

📌REPOST/SHARE these 7 low stimulating CHRISTMAS 🎄 movies for your child! There are of course many other movies that are low stimulating these are just a few of them.

Low stimulating movies provide entertainment with minimal sensory input. They are slower paced, have a more gentle dialogue, and subtle sounds.

It emphasizes positivity and understanding, as well as focuses on more scenic nature, familiar and everyday situations, and soft spoken characters.

I’ve included speech and language tips while watching movies with your child as well.

Please be mindful of the screen time guidelines provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which I’ve included.

💬Does your child like any of these? What are some holidays movies they like to watch that’s not included here?

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12/06/2025

📌REPOST/SHARE these 7 low stimulating movies for your child! There are of course many other movies that are low stimulating these are just a few of them.

Low stimulating movies provide entertainment with minimal sensory input. They are slower paced, have a more gentle dialogue, and subtle sounds.

It emphasizes positivity and understanding, as well as focuses on more scenic nature, familiar and everyday situations, and soft spoken characters.

I’ve included speech and language tips while watching these movies with your child as well.

Please be mindful of the screen time guidelines provided by the American Academy of Pediatrics, which I’ve included.

💬Does your child like any of these? What are some movies they like to watch that’s not included here?

📌SHARE this with others who may find this post helpful!

🌈 FOLLOW .slp for more speech therapy tips/info!

12/05/2025

✨Try these examples to improve your child’s speech & language skills by expanding their phrases, using words they already have!✨

This is a useful speech tip especially for children who have a large vocabulary (about 50) but aren’t yet combining words together.

What are some commonly used single words your child says? Whatever that word is, make sure to add a word to it! Try adding:

-an adjective
-a noun
-an action word
-preposition

💬Any questions? Comment below!

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12/05/2025

Wondering where your 7-12 month old should be with regard to their speech and language skills?

I’ve included what should be expected along with examples for this age group.

If your child isn’t doing a couple of these yet, don’t worry you can model/teach them the skills!

Also I understand every child develops at their own pace, and this is just a guide for families so they’re aware.

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12/04/2025

Today we celebrate the International Day of People with Disabilities.

Disability is part of human diversity. Inclusion means making sure everyone has access, feels valued, and belongs.

Small changes like using respectful language, creating sensory‑friendly spaces, and showing diverse representation teach kids that differences are strengths.

Let’s celebrate, include, and take action so every voice and ability is seen and heard!

12/03/2025

♥️SAVE/REPOST this post for future reference so you know what to say to your toddler rather than just saying “no.”

I’m not saying not to teach your child “no” or to avoid it altogether, but some alternative phrases you can use as well so your child isn’t constantly hearing “no” all day.

Similar to using the speech strategy of “narrating”, it’s important to:

▪️Validate children’s emotions
▪️Elaborate you’re reasoning
▪️Provide a positive explanation

These are all teaching your child speech & language skills too like learning vocabulary for emotions, following directions, learning verbs, etc.

As a pediatric SLP working with young children, I’ve seen many of my clients get upset when they’re told “no”, but when they are provided with more positive statements vs. only saying a simple “no”, I do see a difference. Of course it’s not always guaranteed it’ll work all the time!

If you think about it, toddlers hear the word(s) “no”, “stop that”, “no don’t do that, “no be nice” constantly throughout the day. And I’m not shaming parents who say this, I understand the intention behind it!

However, although some toddlers may not say as much, you’d be surprised how much they understand when we do explain things to them in a more positive way.

With that said, I’ve included some scenarios on what to say rather than “no” that may help you and your child.

Lastly, I’m not anti-”no”, just pro-teaching. These phrases help kids understand what to do, not just what to stop.

💬Have you tried these types of phrases yet? What has worked for you and your toddler? Comment below!

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12/03/2025

Did you know podcasts can support communication growth?

These 6 children’s podcasts foster vocabulary, comprehension, and early speech & language skills in engaging, developmentally appropriate ways.

They’re great for families looking to replace screen time with meaningful, language‑rich moments that promote creativity, imagination, and connection.

Make sure to read the last slide to see how you can use these podcasts to teach speech and language skills!

💬Have you tried listening to podcasts with your child yet? If so, which ones do they like?

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12/01/2025

🩷REPOST or SAVE if your child loves music! 🎼

Did you know singing with your child can support so many speech and language skills?

🎵 Gestures
🎵 Sounds
🎵 Verbs
🎵 Nouns
🎵 Following directions
🎵 Adjectives
🎵 Prepositions

The key? Sing with your child. Model the words, actions, and fun gestures!

Once they know the song, try pausing during a familiar part to see if they’ll fill in the sound, action, or word on their own. It’s a simple, playful way to encourage communication. 🎶

💬 What songs are on repeat in your home? Does your child love any of these?

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11/30/2025

Use your child’s preferred interests to increase their speech and language skills!

Follow their lead by joining in on whatever toy(s) they prefer. Because your child is interested in that particular toy, they’ll be more motivated to communicate and engage with you.

Model various words during play rather than constantly quizzing them as this can cause them to feel pressured.

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11/29/2025

Wondering where your 2 to 3 year old child should be with regard to their speech and language skills?

I’ve included what should be expected along with examples.

Also I understand every child develops at their own pace, and this is just a guide for families so they’re aware.

If you’re concerned about your child’s speech & language skills, and they’re not meeting many of the milestones within their age range, it may be best to reach out to an SLP in your area. Early intervention makes a huge difference!

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11/28/2025

📌REPOST/SHARE these 10 screen free activities you can do with your child!

These screen free activities are great for promoting speech & language skills too! I’ve included some speech tips for each one.

💬Which of these activities would your child enjoy the most?

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11/27/2025

Reminder that a child “acting out” is their way of communicating with you, especially if they don’t have the words yet.

To help decrease your child’s frustration, teach your child words like:

help, mama, dada, me, I, eat/food, yes, no, stop, hurt, milk, me, I, and emotions (sad, mad, tired), etc.

Make sure to validate your child’s emotions as well and state what it is that’s making them frustrated/upset.

Remember to also MODEL these words/signs for your child without expecting them to imitate the word immediately. Avoid “quizzing” as this can also increase frustration and pressure.

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Pasadena, CA

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Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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+13232095108

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http://www.graceful-expression.com/

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