The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention
*** A Top 1.5% Podcast! *** Getting Kids to Listen, Speech Therapy, IEP, Communication with Kids, Parent Mentor, Family Connection Are you tired of repeating yourself with your children or wonder why they don’t listen? Are you afraid you are doing the wrong thing to help your kids communicate, but you are unsure what to do? Are you frustrated that your kids argue, whine or debate with you? Hey parents, you don’t need to stay overwhelmed, exhausted, and triggered by the fuss. In this podcast, you will find solutions to … get kids to listen better, build strong communication - even in the presence of a speech delay, and have boundaries that benefit kids. All while enhancing your relationships! My mission is to help puzzled, busy, worried parents read their child’s behavior as communication. When we understand what they are communicating, WE start to communicate differently! This is true of children with typical development, children in dual language homes, and children with delays. When Your Language allows for discovery, creativity, curiosity and exploration, connection is born. Connected kids are courageous and listen better. Connected kids have fewer meltdowns. Listen in to learn empowering strategies for teaching and listening! Hello, my name is Dinalynn Rosenbush, mom, grandma, Speech Language Pathologist of over 30 years. I’ve worked with hundreds of children with speech & language delays and navigated single parenthood. Through training and my own struggles, I learned to use specific language in specific ways that build connection. Our communication is not only our words, but it is the feeling our children have when we speak with them. Let’s create a home where exploration is welcomed, mistakes are stepping stones, and practice is expected. When kids believe you are on their team, eventually, they join your team! Because, what works for speech and language disabled children, simply works! I believe all parents should have access to these skills, not just specialists. It is my hope to give small nuggets of information in each episode to build your communication toolbox. So, if you are ready to build deep, meaningful connection AND create a more peaceful, productive and happy home. Listen in! Let’s interrupt the way you have been parenting. so that you CAN BECOME THE PARENT you WANT to be. I am glad you are here! Dinalynn Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com https://linktr.ee/thelanguageofplay
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Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Hey Friends~
Welcome back! Today’s topic: SELF-COMPASSION is addressed by EXPERT; Dewina Kraus,
Some people have a way of dropping the most important and magnificent information into your life. And, they do it with ease, grace, and a gentleness that lets you know you are loved. The guest I have on the show is one such person. Join for a conversation with Dewina for a conversation about Self compassion and why it matters.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host: Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
ABOUT THE GUEST: Dewina started her clinical career in the early 1990’s as a music therapist. Her interest in pursuing graduate work was spurred by the desire to gain expertise in a broader range of treatment modalities as well as her strong interest in clinical psychology. Her advanced study of marriage and family therapy has strengthened her skills and passion for seeing patients in the context of their family system, and she believes in the power that relationships have in the healing process. She has worked in long term care, inpatient mental and chemical health care, corrections, dual disorders day treatment, school-based mental health care, and outpatient mental health care. She currently works at Prairie Care, providing hope and healing through psychiatric care, in Rochester MN.
Visit Prairie Care's website here: https://prairie-care.com/
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107 How Your Internal Dialog Confuses Simple Communication With Your Child
47 EXPERT: Jaci Finneman: Helping Kids Make Apology with the “Make It Right” Technique
69 Can You Really Reparent Yourself? And When You Should Consider It
72 Do You Give a Good Examples Of Managing Your Own Voices? 4 Strategies to Manage Being Disappointment with Yourself
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Tuesday Jan 02, 2024
Hey Friends ~
According to research a small amount of our communication is actually the words that we say. Our tone, gestures, and our internal emotions communicated a vast amount to our children.
Children pick up on our internal energy when we speak. If inside, you are full of self-criticism, while your words say, I love you , the kids can feel confusion. They get a mixed message.
!! And they react to the confusion !!
Today we’re going to talk about our mixed messages that create communication confusion, simply due to the energy you bring to the interaction. Then strategies to help both you and your child.
Note: If you like this this episode, you will LOVE Thursday's episode with Expert: Dewey Kraus giving us strategies on Self-Compassion in parenting.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related or Mentioned Episodes:
06 Helping Kids Share Thoughts, Feelings and Ideas
26 Four Strategies to Create Frustration Tolerance in Children
33 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part 6: BiG EMoTioNS! 4 things to ask yourself before you respond
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Thursday Dec 28, 2023
Hey Friends,
Last time we talked about using the Christmas story as a way to enhance imagination. Today we add to that story with practical tips where and how you build language during the role-play of a complex story.
Children have great imaginations. Their imaginations aid them in social emotional development, cognitive development, physical development, and more! Sometimes that imaginary place seems silly like it doesn’t really have meaning and other times we really see them act out what it is that they’re learning.
This role-play activity can be done at all ages, so your family can do it together. Later, you can use this strategy for role-playing other situations to help your child understand what to expect.
Getting ready to have fun and copy what you heard!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related or Mentioned Episodes:
Episode 105!
04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book
22 Do You Know How to Expand Your Child’s Language Skills? Here’s a Picture Book Example
30 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part3: Tools For When Language Processing is Difficult
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
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Monday Dec 25, 2023
Hey Friends~
A Very Merry & Happy Christmas to you!!
Children have great imaginations. Their imaginations aid them in social emotional development, cognitive development, physical development, and more!
Sometimes that imaginary place seems silly like it doesn’t really have meaning and other times we really see them act out what it is that they’re learning.
Today will use the Christmas Story to teach you how to allow and let that imagination flow along with a story, where you are encouraging their imagination to build and grow. This is very important as we want our children to be able to cast a vision in their future life, set goals, and even comprehend stories they hear and stories they read!
Join in for a "Let's Imagine" lesson that builds foundations, gives choice, and without even focusing on it, you are teaching language, building connection, and cognitive development!! We focus on HOW to move through the story with them.
Watch for next episode when I explain how the language development happens when we use imagination!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related or Mentioned Episodes: Episode 106 - coming soon!
04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book
22 Do You Know How to Expand Your Child’s Language Skills? Here’s a Picture Book Example
30 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part3: Tools For When Language Processing is Difficult
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
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Thursday Dec 21, 2023
Hey Friends~
When it comes to gift giving, How do you know what gifts will help your child’s brain develop in the areas of Language, Communication and Connection ?
Today will talk about how YOU CAN know if the toy, game, or activity actually promotes development in these key areas! Grab a sticky note and pen! You will leave with a quick refrigerator reference that you can glance at when you are playing with your child or seeing your child play.
If these things are indeed happening, You will KNOW, you are indeed, building language, communication and connection.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related or Mentioned Episodes:
88 Why Is Imaginary Play So Important?
90 What Does Improv Have To Do With Parenting? EVERYTHING!!
71 Have You Ever Wondered How to Best Teach a NEW Skill to Your Child? Here are 6 things to remember!
46 How To Build Language Through Planting Seeds in a Cup. 4 Communication Benefits!
02. What is Play ? and Why is it so important?
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Hey Friends,
Are you traveling with children this holiday season? Traveling with kids has its challenges!
It can also be a delightful experience where you build bonds, memories, and connection.
Today we will discuss 3 Magic Ways that you can help your child! Especially if you have an anxious child or a fearful child. You will hear examples of how to communicate with your child on feelings, the unknown, and handling disappointment.
All the difficult things come up during travel. Sleep, toileting, eating, sitting, listening, interruptions, meltdowns, tantrums, you name it! I encourage you to look through the episodes for your topic of interest!
And, I'd be delighted if you sent me a question! I am glad you are here!
Always cheering you on,
Dinalynn
CONTACT DINALYNN, HOST: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related Episodes:
102 Top 4 Mistakes Parents Make And How to Correct Them!
101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works!
99 Helping Your Child Talk About Things That Recently Happened Using Past Tense
95 Do You Have A Picky Eater? Have a Holiday Plan! Join For A Success Story with Everyday Parent, Kristi!
93 Teaching Kids To Express Gratitude In 2 Easy Steps!
Think past Halloween and learn about calming a fearful in a child in Episode 92:
92 Do You Have A Fearful Child? 4 Steps To Calm Your Child This Halloween
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Hey Friends,
There are some simple communication mistakes that I see parents regularly make with their kiddos. It's true. When you understand what these 4 mistakes are, you can turn them around and change the mood in your home.
This might be very helpful this holiday season!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT DINALYNN, HOST: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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Related or Mentioned Episodes:
01 An introduction to The Language of Play
02 What is Play? and Why is it so important?
36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively
34 BONUS: 3 Tips for Working Together -as a Family- for Holiday Prep!
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Monday Dec 11, 2023
Hey Friends,
Play it’s not just for children. It is actually an integral part of our life being human!
It's broadly know now that children MUST be able to play in order to be able to learn. But, do you realize that YOU also learn when you play?
Play enhances adult learning and helps us destress! In this episode we talk about how play opens your mind, lowers your Holiday Stress, and helps you learn faster with more enjoyment.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT DINALYNN, HOST: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
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For Speaking Engagements or For 1:1 or Group Parent Coaching (virtual or live), contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Related or Mentioned Episodes:
01 An introduction to The Language of Play
02 What is Play? and Why is it so important?
36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively
34 BONUS: 3 Tips for Working Together -as a Family- for Holiday Prep!
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Hey Friends,
Yaya!! 100 Episodes! Can you believe it? Have you heard all of the Top 10 Episodes? Are your favorites the same as the most listened to? I loved doing this recap because I see what has interested y'all the most! Enjoy!!
Today is the last day for the celebration promotion below!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT DINALYNN, HOST: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
CELEBRATION SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL: Ends Dec 7, 2023
"Why Won't The Kids Listen?" is $97 and found on Amazing Parents Network with Dr. L.
Lesson Titles: Introduction, Our Parenting Foundation, What Stops Compliance, Expectations and Assumptions, Bribe, Beg, and Bargain, Parental Leadership
"Getting Kids To Listen Better!" is $97 and found on Amazing Parents Network with Dr. L.
Lesson Titles: Your Child’s Brain, The Map to Independence Starts Early, Eliminating Repeating – Some of it, How to Know What Your Child is Learning, Chores: What Should I Expect?, Confidence Building with Skills
When you purchase BOTH courses, you get a 1:1, 1-hour, personal coaching session on zoom with Dinalynn!!
Let me answer your questions on a 15 min zoom Discovery Session! ("Let's Meet Session")
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Here are your links to Go listen to the Top 10!
#10 - 06 Helping Kids Share Thoughts, Feelings and Ideas
#9 - 55 Sarah Brumley on Simultaneously Navigating Reactive Attachment Disorder and Autism Spectrum Disorder with her adopted children
#8 - 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!
#7 - 51 LaDawn Hickman: Successfully Teaching Communication in the Messy with Autism
#6 - 68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice
#5 - 02 What is Play ? and Why is it so important?
#4 - 90 What Does Improv Have To Do With Parenting? EVERYTHING!!
#3 - 04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book
#2 - 01 An introduction to The Language of Play
#1 - 89 Kimberly Gawne: Alternative Education is an Option. How Do You Know The Best Educational Model For Your Child
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Monday Dec 04, 2023
Hey Friends,
We want our kids to be able to tell, explain, and discuss the have things that happen to them. It might be about the holidays, spilling soup, or a dream. It might be simple or complex, traumatic or benign. We want our kids to be able to tell what happened in their lives and from their perspective.
Today's show helps parents whose kids are not yet telling about their past experiences very well. This is a common question from my clients!
Today you will learn 2 things to focus on as parents that will move the dial for your kiddos!!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
CONTACT DINALYNN, HOST: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
CELEBRATION SPECIAL PROMOTIONAL:
"Why Won't The Kids Listen?" is $97 and found on Amazing Parents Network with Dr. L.
Lesson Titles: Introduction, Our Parenting Foundation, What Stops Compliance, Expectations and Assumptions, Bribe, Beg, and Bargain, Parental Leadership
"Getting Kids To Listen Better!" is $97 and found on Amazing Parents Network with Dr. L.
Lesson Titles: Your Child’s Brain, The Map to Independence Starts Early, Eliminating Repeating – Some of it, How to Know What Your Child is Learning, Chores: What Should I Expect?, Confidence Building with Skills
When you purchase BOTH courses, you get a 1:1, 1-hour, personal coaching session on zoom with Dinalynn!!
Let me answer your questions on a 15 min zoom Discovery Session! ("Let's Meet Session")
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RELATED or MENTIONED EPISODES:
40 Helping Your Child Talk About Shared Past Experiences
41 Can You Hear What Your Child Is NOT Saying? 4 Strategies to Help Young Kids With BIG Adjustments