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
Are you tired of repeating yourself and wondering why your child still doesn’t listen?
Are you worried you might be missing something important when it comes to your child’s speech, language, or behavior?
Do arguments, whining, or meltdowns leave you feeling exhausted and unsure what to do next?
Hey parents—you don’t have to stay overwhelmed, worn down, or triggered by the daily fuss.
I’m Dinalynn Rosenbush, a mom, grandma, and Speech-Language Pathologist for over 30 years. I’ve worked with hundreds of children with speech and language challenges and navigated parenting struggles of my own. Through both training and lived experience, I learned how using specific language in intentional ways builds safety, trust, and growth. Communication isn’t just about words, it’s about how children feel when we speak to them.
I’m here to help you understand what your child is really communicating and respond in ways that build listening, speech, and connection. You’ll learn how to support communication—even with speech or language delays—set boundaries that truly help kids, and strengthen your relationship at the same time. My mission is to help busy, worried parents learn to read behavior as communication. When we understand what children are telling us, we begin to communicate differently.
These ideas work for typically developing children, kids in dual-language homes, and children with delays. When your language invites discovery, curiosity, and exploration, connection is born. Connected kids are more courageous. They listen better. They have fewer meltdowns.
In this podcast, you’ll find simple, empowering strategies you can use right away. My hope is to give you small, practical nuggets in each episode to build your communication toolbox—because what works for children with speech and language challenges, simply works! And all parents deserve access to these skills, not just the specialists.
If you’re ready to build deeper connection and create a more peaceful, confident home, listen in! Let’s interrupt old patterns—so you can become the parent you want to be, and your child knows is on their team.
I am glad you are here!
Dinalynn
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Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Hey Friends~
Today is the next in the SERIES: Speech & Language Delays, and we’re diving into therapy and intervention options for parents - and looking closely at two main groups of kids. 1) The first group includes children who have been tested and qualify for speech therapy, but the help available just doesn’t feel like enough. and
2) The second group is often the largest - and sometimes the most frustrated. Maybe your child was tested but didn’t score low enough to qualify, or maybe you’ve never pursued testing, yet you know they’re struggling. You might be homeschooling, caring for a very young child, or waiting because others have said, “Let’s just give it time,” yet, deep down, you feel something more is needed.
If that resonates with you, you’re not alone, this episode is here to guide and encourage you.
For parents in both groups, we’ll explore 6 practical, parent-led approaches to help your child make real progress, whether you’re working alongside a therapist or leading the learning yourself. I’m so glad you’re here!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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Here are OTHER EPISODES in the ongoing SERIES: SPEECH & LANGUAGE DELAYS:
232 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Parents Need to Know
233 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: Do Boys Really Talk Later Than Girls?
236 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Is The Cause?
237 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: “My Child Did Not “Qualify” for Speech Therapy. What Does That Mean?”
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Hey Friends~ Have you ever wondered what Montessori is and how it is different from traditional education? In this episode, we dive deep into a description of what Montessori is, where this educational model came from, how language and communication is naturally promoted within the structure, and the benefits of Montessori with Marsha Familaro Enright, a Montessori expert. So if you have ever been curious about Montessori, this is just the episode for you!
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Marsha Familaro Enright is an education entrepreneur, developmental psychology expert, and founder of Reliance College and The Great Connections Seminars. With over 30 years of experience in Montessori and higher education, she helps parents and educators cultivate critical thinking, confidence, and authentic independence in children and young adults.
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/marsha-familaro-enright-8a973b/
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OTHER EPISODES YOU WILL LIKE:
145 Katja Lany: How Montessori caused her to know her inner child and reparent herself
149 Triggered By Your Child’s Behavior? Gayle Weill Helps You Be Your Best Self!
155 Does Your Language Build Courage In Your Child? Here Are 12 Examples of Courage-Building Phrases!
160 Michael Hingston: Develop Your Child’s Gifts! Whether Or Not A Disability Is Present
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Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Thursday Oct 30, 2025
Hey Friends~
Have you ever felt like your child is struggling, but not “enough” to qualify for help?They’re bright, they’re trying, but school still feels like a battle…
What if the problem isn’t your child… but the system? For decades, schools have measured every kid against one “ideal learner” or “the norm.”
But what happens when your child’s amazing brain learns differently?
When your child struggles in school, the first instinct is often tutoring. What if the issue isn’t the lesson - it’s the learning process itself?
Today, we’re unpacking what educational therapy is and how it can change that story.
So, if you've ever thought, “I know my child can do it, but something’s missing,” this conversation is for you!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Pirayesh holds a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience and Education from the University of Pittsburgh and a Master's degree in Developmental Psychology from Columbia University where her work focused primarily on children’s development of mathematical thinking and cognitive neuroscience. She has worked as a learning specialist and educational therapist in private practice for over a decade.
While the emphasis of her work is on remediating learning disabilities in a one-on-one setting, she is also a sought after speaker and community advocate for children and families around learning rights. She works with children grades 1-12 and covers a wide range of learning difficulties including dyslexia, ADHD, and spectrum disorders.
In 2020, Dr. Pirayesh launched The Difference is Not Deficit Project to help promote the importance of seeing learning disability as a social justice issue. In addition to her private practice and advocacy work, Dr. Pirayesh is also adjunct faculty at Pepperdine University and is involved with a number of service organizations including The Association of Educational Therapists.
CONTACT THE GUEST: drbibi@oneofonekids.orghttps://www.oneofonekids.org/contact/
Flowchart for either tutor or educational therapist HERENEW BOOK by Dr. Bibi: Difference Is Not Deficit: A Community Vision for Special Education
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OTHER EPISODES YOU WILL LIKE:
237 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: “My Child Did Not “Qualify” for Speech Therapy. What Does That Mean?”
167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child’s Ability To Read?
179 Lois Letchford: Dyslexia? Put Away What Is Not Working And Make Learning Fun
215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child
230 Daniela Feldhausen: Speech Sounds and Reading Are Linked. Fun Ways Parents and Educators Can Help
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Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Thursday Oct 23, 2025
Hey Friends~
Welcome back to this SERIES: Speech & Language Delays. In this series, I am answering some commonly asked questions and you, dear listeners, are encouraged to send your questions! Remember if you wonder, hundreds of others wonder the same thing!
This episode revolves around the question, “My Child Did Not “Qualify” for Speech Therapy. What Does That Mean?” Special Education and qualification is complicated. Today, you will understand what is meant by “qualifying,” what the criteria is, and what you can do if your child does not get services even though they need help with speech or language skills.
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Dinalynn
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HERE ARE THE REST OF THE EPISODES IN THE SERIES… SO FAR…
232 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Parents Need to Know
233 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: Do Boys Really Talk Later Than Girls?
236 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Is The Cause?
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Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Thursday Oct 16, 2025
Hey Friends~
“What caused this language delay?” That’s a deeply important question, and one that parents ask often, sometimes with worry or guilt. The truth is, speech and language delays are common, and they have many possible causes, not just one.
Most experts today agree that it’s rarely a single factor, but rather a combination of influences that shape how communication develops. Today we will unpack some causes and more importantly, how you can make a difference in the lives of those who need the gift of communication.
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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MORE INFORMATION ON TOPICS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
65 Melissa Deally- Part 1 - How Food Impacts Your Child’s Behavior! Learn to Recognize a Food Reaction and How to Make the Right Changes for Your Kiddo
66 Melissa Deally- Part 2 - How Food Impacts Your Child’s Behavior! Learn Simple Strategies to Detect Food Sensitivities
101 Need to De-Stress? Why A Return to Play Works!
173 Alicia Mazari: Your Child is Constipated? How Poop impacts sleep, behavior, and learning
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
219 Kerre Burley: Bedtime Resistance A Problem? SleepTalk Helps With Cooperation
228 Sherinatta Pollock:Raising Happy, Healthy Kids in a Digital Age: EMFs & Brain
234 Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown: Is Sleep A Struggle? Practical Guidance From A Sleep Physician
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Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Thursday Oct 09, 2025
Hey Friends~
Have you ever wondered what it takes for a homeschooling family to thrive? Today we’re diving into it—flexibility, intentionality, and the courage to learn differently.
Research shows homeschooling is growing across America, and more parents are discovering that when learning fits the child, confidence blooms.
In this episode, we talk about the parent who feels not qualified, flexibility that brings freedom, blending academics into everyday life, and how learning together builds connection. We’ll also dig into the role of play—what it can look like in a homeschool setting, and how play helps you keep joy right at the center of it all - whether or not you are homeschooling.
Listen in to find insight and encouragement for anyone helping a child to learn.
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Dinalynn
CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com
ABOUT THE GUEST: Kristina and Herbert met in college and soon became inseparable. Kristina followed her passion into teaching and Herb followed his into business and entrepreneurship. After 33 years of marriage and raising two sons they have combined their experience, passion and knowledge to found Vibrant Family Education and the Bringing Education Home podcast. Helping families strengthen relationships by reimagining the education of their children and guiding them along the way to create Happy, Healthy and Successful children for better communities and a better world.
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Podcast: https://bringingeducationhome.com
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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:
68 Do You Know How to Practice Early Reading Skills? Shannon Ali Shares How to Easily Incorporate Play and Practice
117 April Rehrig: On Being The Best Advocate For Your Child In The Special Education Process. What You Need To Know!
169 Karen DeLoach: Worried You Are Ruining Your Children? Homeschooling and How Art May Help Your Child With ADHD!
179 Lois Letchford: Dyslexia? Put Away What Is Not Working And Make Learning Fun
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
Hear Kristina &Herb interview Dinalynn on Bringing Education Home podcast on YouTube:
Bonus 17: 4 Ways Play Improves Your Parenting & Family Relationships with Dinalynn Rosenbush
Bonus EP11: Transforming Parent-Child Connections Through Communication with Dinalynn Rosenbush
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Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Hey Friends~
Do you struggle to get your kids to sleep? How about when it is still daylight at bedtime? What about when your child has ADHD? Sleep can be particularly difficult for kids due to the environment as well as their own body!
If you have needed help with sleep, you are in luck! Today we have a sleep expert in the house!
Join in for strategies to get your kids to sleep better so YOU can sleep better!!
Share this episode with anyone who needs to sleep better.
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Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Afolabi-Brown is a board certified sleep physician who helps families sleep better to thrive!
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Beyond Tired Book: https://a.co/d/2aSRSQt
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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:
231 Dr. Candace Holmes: NeuroFeedback: An ADHD Brain Re-Organized!
219 Kerre Burley: Bedtime Resistance A Problem? SleepTalk Helps With Cooperation
222 Tricia Goyer: 3 Keys To Connect With Your Kids And Improve Behavior Along The Way
221 Gina Prosch: Have You Built a Habit Of Interaction With Your Kids? How Do It And Why It’s Important
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Saturday Sep 27, 2025
Saturday Sep 27, 2025
Hey Friends~
There is a long held belief that boys lag behind girls, but researchers now say there’s no real difference. Do boys actually lag behind girls? In this episode, we unpack both ideas, explain why the confusion exists, and give practical strategies for boys, girls, and all children.
If you’ve ever asked this question, you’re not alone. This episode is the SECOND IN A SERIES as we talk about speech and language delays in young children, focusing on ages 1-5. Parents all over the world, every single day - search Google with questions like, “Is my child behind in speech?” This series will help you figure this out.
You are your child’s best teacher! This episode will help you maximize on that!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:
57 Does Your 3-Year-Old Say Sounds Wrong? Here is How to Help Your Preschooler Talk More Clearly!
146 Think Your 1 Year Old Should Speak More? 5 Tips To Find Success
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
213 Dr. Richelle Whittaker: Raising Boys? What Every Boy-Mom Needs to Know To Build Open Communication And Emotional Connection
215 Suzanne Culberg: Downplayed and Dismissed? Seeking Help For Your Child
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Friday Sep 19, 2025
Friday Sep 19, 2025
Hey Friends~
“Is my child behind in speech? When should my toddler be talking? Should I wait and see, or do I need to worry right now?
If you’ve ever asked yourself those questions, you’re not alone. Parents all over the world type those exact words into Google every single day — because watching your child struggle to talk, or not knowing if they’re on track, can feel overwhelming.
This is the FIRST EPISODE IN THIS SERIES as we talk about speech and language delays in young children, focusing on ages 1-5.
In this episode, you will understand the difference between speech and language, what milestones matter, which red flags you shouldn’t ignore, and what you can do at home right now to support your child - whether or not there is a delay!
You are your child’s best teacher! This episode will help you maximize on that!
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Dinalynn
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IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:
183 Jeaneen Tang: Play Dumb & Sabotage! An Effective Way To Mindfully Expand Language
184 Do Your Habits Reduce Your Child’s Need To Speak? 4 Strategies To Build Opportunities For Communication Growth
209 What Is The Difference Between SPEECH and LANGUAGE?
224 Did Your Child Babble? When It Begins, What It Means, And Why It Matters
220 What Does “A Language Rich Environment” Really Mean?
Series on speech sound development: Episodes 56-64
04 One-Year-Old Language Learning with a Book
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Hey Friends~
Do you have a child with ADHD? Are you open to do something entirely different than the norm?
Today, Dr. Candace Holmes talks about Neurofeedback and it’s impact on kids with Autism, ADHD, TBI, concussions, and other neurological issue. Anxiety decreases and the brain gets re-ordered, so it is functioning better.
But just what is Neurofeedback? And how does it work?
Dr. Candace Holmes shares a fascinating book that enhances your understanding of mental health challenges, offering both hope and inspiration, while equipping you with practical strategies to navigate life's obstacles with newfound vigor and resilience. Grab your copy today on Amazon!
Always cheering you on!
Dinalynn
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ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Candace Holmes is a Transformative Wellness author, speaker, certified Neurofeedback Therapy Practitioner, and chiropractor with almost three decades of experience in chiropractic care and close to a decade specializing in neurofeedback therapy. Her journey into neurofeedback therapy began with her eldest daughter’s remarkable transformation from struggling with ADHD to excelling in college, consistently earning positions on the President’s List and the Dean’s List. Inspired by this success, Dr. Holmes integrated neurofeedback therapy into her chiropractic practice. Her mission extends beyond clinical practice to raise global awareness about the transformative potential of neurofeedback therapy for mental health challenges.
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