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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Monday May 29, 2023
Monday May 29, 2023
Hello Friends,
I am glad you are here! Happy Memorial Day 2023 to my American listeners!
Your child - No Doubt - does things that make NO SENSE to you!~ We are left scratching our heads in wonder or leaving you in a state of frustration! We ask "Why did you do that!?" half meaning "stop it!" and half authentically inquiring. Today, we will discuss that authentic inquiry. Come learn how to ask "Why?" in a way that gets you to understand what is actually going on inside your child's brain, by listening to a story!
Does your child get confused when you ask “Why?” questions? Do they struggle to answer in a way that makes sense? There are a few possibilities for this. The first part of this is. Are You causing the confusion? We usually think we speak clearly. However, as adults, our tone and body language has lots of meaning embedded that causes what we say to not actually mean what we say. The younger our kids are, the more literal thinkers they are.
Are we creating confusion when “Why did you do that?” is not actually a question?
Cheering you on!
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Contact Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Celebrating EPISODE 50! Come back next time for amazing specials!
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
Hello Friends,
Are you wondering how to have a happy summer? Do you want ideas for making the transition from the structured school schedule into the freedom and ease of summer? But it’s not always easy? Join today for one effective – and easy – idea that settles a brain and gives a language building opportunity at the same time!
I am glad you are here! Happy Memorial Day 2023!
I am cheering you on!
Dinalynn Rosenbush
Contact Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Work with me LINK: email CONTACT to hello@thelanguageofplay.com to discuss coaching and other ways I can support your parenting journey!
Monday May 22, 2023
Monday May 22, 2023
Welcome back, Parents!
Today, Jaci Finneman of No Problem Parenting is joining me for a conversation! Our topics are about her books (found in links below), making REPAIRS after conflict, your expertise as a parent, and so much more. Thank you for listening! You will be glad you did!
Parents, WE are Cheering you on!
Dinalynn
Contact Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Booking Link for a 15-minute "Let’s Meet" Conversation: https://calendly.com/hello-play/let-s-meet-session
Today's Guest: JACI FINNEMAN
Jaci is a Parent Coach & Strategist, Podcast Host, Speaker and Author. With over 50,000 hours of experience, her success with parents and children affected by trauma and mental health diagnosis inspired her to broaden her reach and share her 30+ years of experience with parents facing ANY level of resistance and behavior issues in their home, diagnosis or not!
No-Problem Parenting™ teaches parents to.1) Seek First to Understand - why is my child behaving the way they are and why am I responding (or reacting) the way I am2) Prepare for the Worst - Preparing for the "worst" behavior helps parents respond vs react3) Change the Conversation – Lead with empathy and give your kids conditional praise they can believe in before pouring on unconditional praise.Become the Confident Leader Your Kids Crave You To Be!Jaci’s down-to-earth, authentic and relatable personality adds light, hope, and clarity to her clients. She is 1 of 100 first cousins and enjoys all things baseball, hockey - and dirt. Jaci believes dirt matters! Whether she's getting full of dirt on a muddy 4-wheeling trail or helping you to clean up the "dirt" in your relationships - Jaci believes the outcome and experiences are worth the mess!
LINKS to Mentioned Resources and Episodes:
Ep 115 on No Problem Parenting podcast: Jaci and Dinalynn's conversation about the Language we use with kids to help them listen: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/no-problem-parenting-how-to-become-the-confident/id1563041805?i=1000592907989
Here is Jaci’s website. Click the BOOK tab for book purchase: https://www.noproblemparents.com/
Free from Jaci: MAKE IT RIGHT TECHNIQUE DOWNLOAD
Link for Vera Thomas Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSxqkau1pkk
Saturday May 20, 2023
Saturday May 20, 2023
Hello Parents!
Do you have a Solo cup with a plant in it. Perhaps you are forgetting to water it or are wondering where to put it? Today, we will discuss the wonderful, powerful language learning that comes when using nature - even a little marigold in a cup! We will also discuss how to use that experience to relate to other areas of life, so you have more tools in your parenting tool box!
Let me know how it goes for you! Happy Spring!!
Dinalynn
Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
For 1:1 Coaching sessions to help YOU help your child build language, email me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com for a conversation to see if this is a good fit for you!
Monday May 15, 2023
Monday May 15, 2023
Hello Friends,
When we tell our children to do something, does it happen that they disappear? Either they do what was asked but never return OR they head off do the thing, but get distracted along the way and they forget! It’s gone from their thoughts! Today’s episode is to help you have a plan, a strategy to help your kids learn to return and to follow through until all tasks are completed. I have given you one full strategy I used with my own children as well as speech therapy students that is very effective in helping kids see a larger picture.
Be empowered, parents! Thank you for listening today! You will be glad you did!
Instruction + “RETURN”
Kids return and say “I DID IT.” You ask “What did you do?”
The Answer …
The 1-second celebration or re-do ..
** Using objects to help kids mark time & tasks
** When all objects are moved, it’s earned break time! Enjoy that time!
Email “Mother’s Day” to: hello@thelanguageofplay.com for the Mother’s Day Special: 1-hour Power coaching with 75% off! Good until Tuesday at Midnight.
Lovingly Cheering you on!
Dinalynn
Contact Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Friday May 12, 2023
Friday May 12, 2023
Hey Friends!
Does it feel weird to tell your kids, "We are celebrating Mother's Day!" if you are only talking about yourself? We moms often feel like we can celebrate another mom, but ourselves, "well, we don't need to do that." This isn't healthy thinking, but it is REAL!
This episode will explain how Celebrating YOU is really good for your kids. And, I hope you feel loved and cared for along the way, even as we need to teach our children how to do it.
This episode is extra supportive for the single mom. I was her. I remember. I love you, moms. Happy Mother's Day.
With love this Mother's Day,
Dinalynn
Mother's Day Flash SALE! ONE-HOUR POWER COACHING SESSION!
Email "Mother's Day" TO: hello@thelanguageofplay.com to get 75% off!!!
Contact Me: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Related or Mentioned Episode:
43 Teaching Listening Using Sounds of Nature. Enjoy!
Monday May 08, 2023
Monday May 08, 2023
Good Morning to you!
Up very early today, I listened to the birds after a rain. So beautiful! How do you use these amazing, beautiful experiences in nature to build your child's listening skills, - or even Your own? Join today to learn how! Plus You will experience a time to relax into the practice, by yourself or shared with another, even your child!
Enjoying the calm and peace that comes being in nature,
Dinalynn
How we can work together -
Email me: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Schedule a 15 min consult: https://calendly.com/hello-play/let-s-meet-session
For More on teaching listening,
See Episode Series: "Why Won't the Kids Listen?!!"
28 ”Why Won’t The Kids Listen!??” part 1: ATTENTION: 4 factors to watch for!
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
31 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part4: Strategies for Building Listening SKILL
32 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part 5: Are You Making Their Listening Worse? 4 strategies to change that.
33 Series: “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!?” part 6: BiG EMoTioNS! 4 things to ask yourself before you respond
Friday May 05, 2023
Friday May 05, 2023
Hello Listeners,
Potty Training can be a very frustrating experience! But today, you will hear how Gwen used a method called Elimination Communication to teach her child, starting at 6 months! She tells the steps she used to get her child to understand and communicate back, before he could talk, that he was ready to poop! Get ready to have all your current ideas flush down the toilet as you laugh your way thought this episode!
ps.. this guest is a very special guest for me. Listen in to see why!!
Cheering you on in your parenting journey!
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Tuesday May 02, 2023
Hey Friends,
How do you listen to what your child is NOT saying? The tantrums give us something to listen to! But that is NOT what WE want! Is there a way to look at that tantrum or frustration and SEE what your child's body is saying?
Good practice for this comes when you have BIG, positive adjustments in your household. Maybe it is a new baby. Maybe a big trip. Maybe you are moving homes. Whatever the adventure, your child will experience it differently than you, and it might not be a fun welcome - - at first! It just takes a little adjustment. Today, we discuss 4 strategies to help you help your kiddos adjust!
Let's look at how we can read our littlest ones for clues to understand them better.
Ever learning along with you and cheering you on,
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Calendar Link to meet: https://calendly.com/hello-play/let-s-meet-session
Related or Mentioned Episodes:
36 Tantrum vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively
33 Series: "Why Won't the Kids Listen?!!" part 6: BiG EMoTioNS! 4 Things To Ask Yourself Before You Respond.
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Hello Friends,
Helping our children tell their experiences is an important task! It's HOW we build connection. Today's episode answers the question, "How do I get my child to talk about the past?" The father that asked this question has a 2 year old, but this strategy is good for any age, including when a child has a delay or is learning a second or dual language!
Enjoy this one strategy, simple as it is, it takes practice to implement!
Dinalynn
Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
For Parent Coaching Packages contact Dinalynn at hello@thelanguageofplay.com
05 Building and Understanding Language Through Our Senses