Point Speech Pathology

04/11/2026

If your child shows:
📚 difficulty explaining ideas
📚 trouble understanding stories
📚 overall reading struggles
Or... Can read, but struggles to explain the story... language skills may be the missing piece.

Grab the checklist many parents use to spot reading challenges early.

Dyslexia
Reading tutoring
Learning disabilities
Early literacy
Parenting elementary children

04/11/2026

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It takes four times longer to intervene in 4th grade than in 1st grade.
The longer we wait to identify a child that struggles to read, the more intervention, time, money and remediation is needed.
Not to mention the impact that waiting may have on self esteem and mental health.
Don’t wait. Close the gap.


Quote: Kathy Daigle

04/09/2026

This... I wish parents were given more information than we are during that crucial first year of our child's life. So many issues we think develop "later" are there for us way earlier, we just don't know the signs, and, spoiler alert: neither do most pediatricians. Their jobs are to keep our children healthy, which is why we all fill out those developmental milestone charts. Those are designed for referrals based on developmental norms, but sometimes we don't see the effects of those delays until much MUCH later.

04/09/2026

Concerned about how your child says certain sounds? It could affect more than just speech.

If your child says “wabbit” for “rabbit” or “tat” for “cat,” you might wonder if they’ll grow out of it. While some sound errors are part of development, ongoing speech sound difficulties can impact important literacy skills later on.

Speech sounds are closely connected to how children learn to hear, recognize, and use sounds in words—skills that are essential for:

✨ Spelling
✨ Reading accuracy
✨ Sounding out new words
✨ Stronger comprehension and higher-level literacy skills

When children struggle to produce certain sounds, it can also make it harder for them to identify those sounds in words, which can affect spelling and reading as they move through school.

The good news? Early support can make a big difference.

A speech-language evaluation can help identify whether your child’s speech sound patterns are age-appropriate and provide strategies to support both clear speech and strong literacy development.

📩 Send us a message today to learn more or schedule a screening.

04/08/2026

Many kids rely on pictures, the first letter, or what “makes sense” in the sentence instead of actually reading the word. This usually means they haven’t fully developed the sound-to-letter skills needed to decode words.

Reading isn’t memorizing- it’s matching letters to sounds and blending them together.

When children guess, it can look like they’re reading… but it often leads to frustration as books get harder.

The good news: with the right support, kids can strengthen their decoding skills and become more confident, accurate readers.

If you’ve noticed your child skipping, guessing, or replacing words while reading, it may be a sign they need a little extra help building those foundational skills.

Message us today to schedule a free 10 minute consult!

04/08/2026

Reading isn’t just letters and sounds- it’s language.
Vocabulary. Comprehension. Understanding how words connect and make meaning.

If your child is struggling with reading, speech & language therapy can help build the foundation they truly need- and it’s often covered by insurance.

✨ Summer is the perfect time to make progress without school pressure.
We have limited summer availability for 1–2 sessions per week and make it easy by meeting your child where they're most comfortable: at camp, at home or in the community.

Don’t wait—secure your child’s spot today and set them up for a stronger start this fall.

04/07/2026

While tutors tend to focus on practicing school skills, SLPs are highly trained to build the foundational language skills that support long term literacy success. Sometimes what looks like a reading problem can actually be related to speech or language development.

Our team works with school-aged children who may be struggling with:

*early reading and decoding
*language comprehension
*vocabulary and storytelling
*speech sound errors
*expressing thoughts clearly

Good news for families:
Most insurance plans cover speech and language therapy, making services more accessible than many parents realize.

Summer is a great time to build skills and confidence before the next school year begins. We currently have limited summer openings available.

Get in touch today to learn more or schedule a free consultation to see if we would be a good fit for your child!

Learn more: https://dmalkslp.wixsite.com/pointspeechlab

04/07/2026

Signs a child might benefit from speech language therapy to support their development in reading, from a pediatric speech language pathologist.

04/07/2026

Many parents assume their child just needs more reading practice or tutoring.

But many reading struggles actually start with language development.

Speech-Language Pathologists specialize in the skills reading is built on, including:

• vocabulary development
• comprehension
• sound awareness
• expressive language

While tutors help practice school material, speech therapy focuses on the underlying language skills that support reading success.

Many families are also surprised to learn that speech and language therapy is often covered by insurance.

☀️ We currently have limited summer openings for school-aged children, which can be a great time to build confidence before the next school year.

Feel free to message us if you have questions or want to learn more.

04/05/2026

While tutors tend to focus on practicing school skills, SLPs are highly trained to build the foundational language skills that support long term literacy success. Sometimes what looks like a reading problem can actually be related to speech or language development.

Our team works with school-aged children who may be struggling with:

*early reading and decoding
*language comprehension
*vocabulary and storytelling
*speech sound errors
*expressing thoughts clearly

Good news for families:
Most insurance plans cover speech and language therapy, making services more accessible than many parents realize.

Summer is a great time to build skills and confidence before the next school year begins. We currently have limited summer openings available.

Get in touch today to learn more or schedule a free consultation to see if we would be a good fit for your child!

https://dmalkslp.wixsite.com/pointspeechlab

08/19/2025

Has your child just aged out of Early Intervention (EI) at age 3? Do you feel they still need help with speech, language, or communication skills, but are not sure they are ready to be in school full time yet?
We’re here for the next step.
Our licensed pediatric Speech-Language Pathologists specialize in helping children bridge the gap between EI and school-based services.

Ages 3–7 | Speech & Language Delays | In-home & Virtual Options

Serving families in Ocean and Monmouth counties.
We accept private pay, insurance, and flexible payment options

Let’s talk about how we can support your child’s communication journey.

Communication Starts Here—With Care That Meets You Where You Are

06/22/2025

Did your child struggle this past school year with comprehension or spelling? Did you know that getting a speech and language evaluation and therapy sessions to address those areas are typically covered by your medical insurance? stop paying out of pocket for expensive tutors and make an appointment today! Even better, we visit day camps locally so you don't have to bring your child anywhere after work hours.

Speech Language Pathologists are highly trained in the area of language processing in the brain, as well as developmental language and its impact on literacy, as well as pathologies such as dyslexia, processing disorders, and phonemic awareness and manipulation difficulties that impact spelling and reading.

Get in touch today to help your child stay ahead of the curve this summer!

www.pointspeechpathology.com