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
Episodes

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

Monday Apr 24, 2023
Monday Apr 24, 2023
Hey Friend,
Thank you for joining to continue the conversation in this part 2, with Cheyanne Cleyman.
When kids learn language in a dual-language environment, there are some unique challenges. Today's guest shares some of her fun, funny, and of course, very rewarding experiences in having a complex family. Cheyanne Cleyman lives with her husband in his home country of Belgium. In today's episode you will learn how she built connection by being flexible in her plan. How she includes the children on the playground to help her child build connection with other kids. How she uses connection to combat fears and the process of identifying her own fears and helping others with their fears. ...And so much more!
You will be encouraged while you hear the stories of flexibility and courage!! I am glad you are here!
Get ready to laugh and see how you can apply these strategies in your home, because everybody needs help in communication! I encourage to come to this episode thinking, "How does this apply to me?" You will find useful nuggets if you have language learning at any stage going on!
Be sure to go back and listen to the first part of this fun conversation!
38 Cheyanne Cleyman: Dual-Language Living Across Cultures in a Step Family, part 1
Thank you for joining today!
~Dinalynn Rosenbush
CONTACT Guest:Cheyanne Cleyman's podcast: The Energized Mama and Cheyanne’s Facebook Community
CONTACT Host:
Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
RELATED OR MENTIONED EPISODES:
38 Cheyanne Cleyman: Dual-Language Living Across Cultures in a Step Family, part 1
07 How Language is Learned in a Dual Language Home
08 Bilingual Kids and Speaking Delays in Multi-Language Households
11 Building Deeper connection Through Communication using SIGNS with your Babies
10. 3 Ways to Figure Out What Your Child is Saying When They are Hard to Understand

Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Hey Friend,
When kids learn language in a dual-language environment, there are some unique challenges. Today's guest shares some of her fun, funny, and rewarding experiences in having a complex family. Cheyanne Cleyman lives with her husband in his home country of Belgium. In today's episode you will learn about how she built connection with a teenage step-daughter that spoke only Dutch while Cheyanne spoke only English. You will learn strategies she uses to build communication when there is dual-language confusion with her 3-year-old, her teen step-daughter, and her husband! You will enjoy the first half of the conversation today and want to return next time for the conclusion!
Get ready to laugh and see how you can apply these strategies in your home, because everybody needs help in communication! I encourage to come to this episode thinking, "How does this apply to me?" You will find useful nuggets if you have language learning at any stage going on!
Be sure to join next time to hear the conclusion of this fun conversation!
Thank you for joining today!
~Dinalynn Rosenbush
CONTACT Guest:Cheyanne's podcast: The Energized Mama and Cheyanne’s Facebook Community
CONTACT Host:
Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
RELATED OR MENTIONED EPISODES:
07 How Language is Learned in a Dual Language Home
08 Bilingual Kids and Speaking Delays in Multi-Language Households
11 Building Deeper connection Through Communication using SIGNS with your Babies
10. 3 Ways to Figure Out What Your Child is Saying When They are Hard to Understand

Monday Apr 17, 2023
Monday Apr 17, 2023
Hello Parents! In the last episode, we talked about tantrums and meltdowns. Sometimes sharing leads us right to an immediate tantrum or meltdown! Why don't our kids what to share!?? What if I said you can change that change when you change your language?
Listen in to find a remarkable tool in understanding how to break apart the concept of Sharing into smaller chunks and teaching those chunks first! You will be glad you listened!
Sincerely,
Dinalynn
For Parent Consult or Coaching AND for podcast topic suggestions: EMAIL: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Other Episodes Linked or Referenced:
36 Tantrum Vs Meltdown. Know the Difference and Respond Effectively
22 Do You Know How to Expand Your Child’s Language Skills? Here’s a Picture Book Example
26 Four Strategies to Create Frustration Tolerance in Children
24 “No!” Six Possible Responses To Get Cooperation

Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
Hey Friends,
Today, we are talking about the dreaded Tantrums and Meltdowns. Did you know they are NOT the same thing? When you identify what is actually going on for your kiddo, you respond differently. No matter your child’s age, when we really understand what is happening, we can be more helpful. Join today to learn the difference between tantrums and meltdowns, how to know, and ways you can more effectively help your child communicate.
Of course, there is always more conversation on topics like these. And, if your child is struggling to communicate, you likely have extra outbursts. If you are struggling with tantrums or meltdowns and you want to discuss ways to improve those behaviors in your home, email me and we will schedule a conversation.
On Your Side,
Dinalynn
Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
Related Episodes:
26. 4 Strategies To Create Frustration Tolerance
33 Series: “Why Won’t The Kids Listen!??” part 6 of 6 BiG EMoTiONs!
24 “No!” 6 Possible Responses to Get Cooperation

Monday Apr 10, 2023
Monday Apr 10, 2023
Hello Parents!
We all have words we tell ourselves about ourselves. Those words in our minds are sometimes kind, but often those words and messages are unkind! Instead of helping us meet our goals, those voices sabotage us. Our kids are the same way. The persistent message that derails what you really want is your "Saboteur." We ALL have them and the patterns were established early in life. There are 9 main voices. By learning what your saboteurs are, you will be able to help yourself and your children have better self-talk. This leads to better behavior, better communication, and better connection.
I'm glad you are here!
Dinalynn
Curious about Parent Coaching? Email me: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
ABOUT THE GUEST:
Denise Belisle is the founder of Denise Belisle In-Motion Coaching. She is a serenity expert and positive intelligence specialist.
Do you know your Saboteurs?Saboteurs are the voices in your head that generate negative emotions in the way you handle life’s everyday challenges. They represent automated patterns in your mind for how to think, feel, and respond. They cause your stress, anxiety, self-doubt, frustration, restlessness, and unhappiness. They sabotage your performance, well-being, and relationships. Sign up to test which are your TOP saboteurs.
Contact: denise@denisebelisle.com

Friday Apr 07, 2023
Friday Apr 07, 2023
Hey Parents!
If you are hosting for Easter, You know how difficult it is to plan, clean, cook, and prepare all the details for the celebration... even when you love doing it! It is a lot of time and effort. Your day is even trickier if you have little ones under foot, kids that "meant to help" or those that have excuses. Today's episode is to help you create a plan for your family to all participate, knowing what their job is and {hopefully} to joyfully do the work. I don't want all the load to fall one you, mama! Listen in for a plan to ignite your family. If this is the first time you use this method, don't give up! New ways of communicating can take a few practices before your kiddos get a TEAM idea. Keep it up, mama! I am cheering you on!
Sincerely,
Dinalynn
Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com

Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Wednesday Apr 05, 2023
Hey Friends,
Today is LAST ONE of this series titled: “Why won’t the kids Listen!?” TODAY we will talk about those BiG EMoTioNs! Whew! What do we do with those BiG EMoTioNs!?? How do emotions impact listening and how can we use them to increase relationship, connection, and listening?
Now grab your hot tea and whatever cozy thing you need for talking about BiG EMoTioNs!! :)
Thank you for joining me today! I hope you found help for dealing with BiG EMoTioNs!
Dinalynn
My Contact: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
REMINDER - This week April 3rd-7th, is Homeschool Summits, where I was invited to be an exhibitor. You can access my coaching PROGRAM for 30% OFF through that FREE summit. Here is my affiliate link: Homeschool Summits
*Homeschool summits is a FREE online event that supports parents around the world in their endeavor to train up their children at home using Christian principles.
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.
OTHER EPISODES ON THE TOPIC OF EMOTIONS:
26 Four Strategies to Create Frustration Tolerance in Children
24 ”NO!” Six Possible Responses To Get Cooperation
21 ”Goofy Play.” Find it Annoying? How to Handle and When to Allow
16 Do You Have a Shy, Hesitant Child? 3 Steps That Are Sure to Help!
06 Helping Kids Share Thoughts, Feelings and Ideas

Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Hello Parents and Friends!
Today is part 4 of the Series, “Why Won’t the Kids Listen!??” There are many factors that impact a child’s ability to learn. Today, we are talking about how sometimes WE can get in the way and interfere with what we actually want to teach! We have ALL done it. So, grab your LaCroix and your favorite pen & notebook so you can add to your list of strategies and possibilities. Today, you will have 4 things to consider about how you interact, that encourages or discourages the listening you are after, WHICH MEANS... You will have some specific strategies to use!
I'm so glad you are here!
Dinalynn
Link mentioned for 30% off coaching program this week: Homeschool Summits:
CONTACT ME!
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.