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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Episodes

Thursday Mar 23, 2023

Hey Parents, 
Why won’t the kids Listen!? You ask! Sometimes our kids just do not do as they are told! There are many factors that influence a child’s ability to do as told.  In this SERIES of episodes, we shall unpack some of those reasons!  After each episode, you will know what to explore with your child, on a specific topic!  So grab a cup of coffee along with your notebook and pen. You will want this arsenal of ideas to add to as we explore over the next several sessions, why don’t the kiddos listen?
Last time, we discussed how attention plays into this difficulty.  Today, we are talking about processing information. Listen in for 4 strategies that help with kids of ALL ages.  This is the second episode in this series.  
As you listen to the ideas presented, some of you will find all you need to make the difference you wish for with your kiddos.  That is SO GREAT!!   However, Some of you will want to know more and go deeper or have specific struggles on how to help your child!  If this is you, email me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com and we can book a call to discuss ways you can work with me directly.
Enjoy your listen! 
Dinalynn
 
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
LISTEN TO THE OTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES: 
28 Series: 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
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 SKILLS
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.
 

Monday Mar 20, 2023

Hey Friend,
Why won’t the kids Listen!?? You ask!  There are many factors that influence a child’s ability to do as told.  In this mini-SERIES of episodes, we shall unpack some of those reasons!  After each episode, you will know what to explore watch for in your child, on each specific topic!  So grab a cup of coffee along with your notebook and pen. You will want this arsenal of ideas to add to as we explore over the next several sessions, Why DON'T the kid's listen?
In this episode, we talk about ATTENTION as ONE factor that influences how well our children are capable of listening.  You will have 4 influences to identify in your child and in your routine parenting that you may not have thought about before.  I hope this helps!   
If as you listen to the ideas presented, some of you will find all you need to make the difference you wish, for with your kiddos.  That is SO GREAT!!  However, some of you will want to know more and go deeper in learning how to get your kids to listen!  If this is you, email me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com and we can book a call to discuss ways you can work with me directly.
I look forward to hearing from you!  
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
LISTEN TO THE OTHER EPISODES IN THIS SERIES: 
28 Series: 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
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 SKILLS
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.
 
FREEBIES:  
What is PLAY: https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/what-is-play
Grocery store meltdown helps:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/meltdown
Conversation Starters for Teens and Parents:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/conversation-starters
 
 

Thursday Mar 16, 2023

Hey Friends, 
Have you ever wondered what good those sing-song, rhythmic rhymes are?  Many parents struggle to use non-sense with their kids.  And, anything not understood is non-sense, right? 
Well, let's dig in and figure out why Mother Goose and Dr. Seuss are so popular.  When we consider your child's brain, you will understand the value of these tools much better.  
OFFER:  For parents that want to increase their children's language and speech skills, I have a coaching package to offer for 75% off during March 2023, as I finish the development of this package!  If this is of interest to you, contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com
I hope to hear from you!  
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
FREEBIE pdf:
What is Play?   https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/what-is-play
Grocery Story Meltdown Helps:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/meltdown
Conversation Starters for Teens and Parents:  https://dinalynnr.systeme.io/conversation-starters
 
PARENT COACHING: For those who want support and help in building their communication and connection with their kiddos, I have online and in-person coaching packages available. Contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
EVENT SPEAKER:  If you are looking for a speaker for your event, contact me at hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
 

Monday Mar 13, 2023

Hey Friends, 
Big upsets!  They happens so quickly!  How do you help your children to build tolerance for the frustrations that happen in life?  Join today, as we discuss what you can do DURING a struggle, AFTER the struggle, and two things to do BEFOREHAND, to prepare your child, which will give them tools to manage those big feelings!   
Grab a pen and paper. You might want to jot down these tips and post on your fridge.  Let's go!
Dinalynn
CONTACT:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 

Thursday Mar 09, 2023

Hello Listeners,
What do you do when the UNTHINKABLE OCCURS?  How do you find the silver lining in the worst situations?  Get some tissues as Angela Alexander shares her story of getting through grief after the death of 2 children and how God used language to aid in healing.  Language has the power to hurt or heal.  Your Language can destroy or build up the fabric of your family.  Your WORDS are POWERFUL. Angela’s FAITH guided her and she shares how this happened in her story.  You are going to be moved and you’ll be glad you listened!
Do you need encouragement to get through grief? How do you get past the death of a child? The healing of your broken heart is not an indication of not loving or missing your child.  It is an indication of healing; that you are going to be alright and Self-forgiveness is a process.  Please pass this information along to any parent you know that might benefit from this hope and healing.
 CONTACT Angela through her website:  http://MiraclesinAction.com to buy her book or talk with her. 
Thank you Angela, for sharing your story. 
Dinalynn Rosenbush
hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 

Monday Mar 06, 2023

Hey Listeners, 
One listener wrote:  "My 4 year old daughter has trouble accepting “No” for an answer and can be extremely persistent in repeatedly asking for what she wants.  What do I do with the persistent "No?""
This is today’s topic!   Grab your coffee and this time, you might want to get a pen and paper to take notes!  Let’s consider the many meanings of "No!" what drives it and how to handle it! 
Enjoy! 
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 

Thursday Mar 02, 2023

Dear Parents,
Even if your child speaks well, you will be inspired by Mary’s journey.  Thank you, Mary E. Jackson for being vulnerable and willing to sharing your story of hope and strategy.  This is an amazing story of courage, pain, discovery and strength.  You will be Wowed!  Mary Jackson shares parenting her children with autism spectrum disorder, and successfully guiding them along to speech, even to college!  Beginning with pictures, her winding journey from a mother’s heart, tells of heartache, healing, despair, advocacy, encouragement and empowerment.  This is worth every minute.
If you have a child with low-verbal skills or is non-verbal, this episode will be a particular gift as she shares ways she connects with her children on a deeper level, helping them communicate better.
Enjoy the show!
Dinalynn
CONTACT:  hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
 
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Mary Elizabeth Jackson is a wife, mother of three children and two of her kids are on the spectrum. She is a certified special needs and disabilities advocate and an ambassador advocate with AutismTn. Jackson is a children’s author who empowers children through storytelling and education. Mrs. Jackson co-founded and co-host Writers Corner Live Network TV featuring author interviews and Special Needs TV featuring interviews, advice, and tools for families in that community. Her passion is to help others through education, awareness, and being more empowered in their lives.
GUEST CONTACT:  Website: www.maryejackson.com
https://www.facebook.com/jackson.mary.elizabeth
https://www.facebook.com/SpecialNeeds.TV
 
 
 

Monday Feb 27, 2023

Hello Parents!  Did you like episode 4: "One-Year-Old Language Learning With A Book"?  In that popular episode, you heard about early language learning. This episode will teach you to EXPAND the language your child already has!  So if you have ever wondered how to expand your child's language this show is for you, whether you are dealing with a language delay, dual-language learning, or if you simply want to expand the language your typically developing child as well! 
Grab a cup of coffee and let's talk about how to use picture books to expand the language your child uses.  
In this episode, I walk through a few pages of "Where is Frog?" by Mercer Mayer,  giving simple insights that you can apply to any book.  
Let me know what you think and what you want to learn more about! 
In gratitude,
Dinalynn
 
IF YOU LIKE THIS, YOU'LL ALSO LOVE:  
Episode 4: One-Year-Old Language Learning With a Book
CONTACT:
hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
 

Thursday Feb 23, 2023

Hey Parents!  I feel you!  You want to allow your child to just be a child. I know. But sometimes, the Wild, Goofy Play erupts and can be annoying because   you want to go somewhere or do something, often non-sensical behavior happens at bedtime!  
What causes our children to collapse into a laughing ball of uncontrolled non-sense?  Do you allow it?  After all, they are children! Or do you stop it?  After all, it is bedtime!  Children can be so confusing. 
In this episode we talk about a few reasons for this behavior and a 3 things you can do to handle it.  I hope this blesses you and your kiddos!! 
Love,
Dinalynn
CONTACT: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
FREE DOWNLOADS: Conversation Starters for Teens and Parents
 Grocery Store Meltdown Helps
 What is Play?
 
 
 
 

Monday Feb 20, 2023

Hello Listeners, Get ready to be encouraged and inspired as you listen today! 
Ask the questions and seek your answers. 
You will love this interview with Kathryn Johnson!  
Guest Information: Born with the disability cerebral palsy, Kathryn has overcome a lifetime of “No, You can’t.” to “Yes, I Can!”  With 3 degrees, 2 world championship bronze metals, a best-selling book, multiple awards, and certifications; her truly unique life’s journey has given her the skills to help YOU find the gift in any obstacle.
Visit her website for many resources, free downloads and book link at http://inspiredbykathryn.com
 
With Much Gratitude,
Dinalynn
CONTACT ME: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
 
 

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