Tag: developmental delay

Toddler

June 29

Dani Barretto On Daughter Millie's Speech Delay

Her toddler is going through both speech and occupational therapy and enjoys playing with other kids

Like any parent, Dani Barretto enjoys witnessing the growth and development of her two-year-old daughter Millie."Every day, there’s something new about her," the 29-year-old celebrity mom told PEP.ph (Philippine Entertainment Portal) in an exclusive interview during the Watsons Switch and Save Shopping
Real Parenting

November 11

Jim Bacarro Recalls Pancho Bacarro Defying The Odds

Pancho continues to defy doctors' expectations and surprise people everyday.

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Toddler

November 5

Saying 'Don't Worry' Won't Help Kids With Developmental Delay

These phrases can prevent or delay a child from getting the help she needs.

Every child develops at his own pace, but parents cannot help but worry when their child is a “late talker,” because it suggests delayed development or learning disabilities. To comfort them and to make them feel better, we would often say, ‘Don’t
Toddler

July 7

Developmental Delay: Our Journey Through Speech Delays

A mom shares her family's journey through her daughter's delays in speech and language, among others.

The day my daughter first called me “Mommy,” I cried. I mean loud, ugly sobs. She was almost 5 years old at the time, and it had been a long, arduous journey to get that one word.We became suspicious when she was
Toddler

June 24

Developmental Delay in Toddlers and Children

Here is list of professionals you can turn to if you suspect your child has developmental delays.

There are so many books and information about children’s developmental milestones that sometimes it can get overwhelming for parents to ask questions and seek help. While it is absolutely normal for parents to wonder whether their children are experiencing developmental delay, it
Kids with Special Needs

May 6

Autism Screening Can Be Done Earlier

The earlier a child is diagnosed, the earlier she can receive the intervention she needs.

Findings of a new study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics suggest that autism screenings can be done for children as early as 14 months of age, instead of the regular testing done between 18 to 24 months old.The study looked into 1,269
Kids with Special Needs

April 21

Speech Therapy Helps Child with Developmental Needs Improve

Hands-on parents have an important role in helping their child thrive despite their additional needs.

It is often difficult for a parent to hear that their child may have some developmental delays but early intervention is the key to helping your child. Toddlers and young children with developmental needs and issues benefit greatly when they are able
Preschooler

January 22

Speech Pathologist's DIY Activities for Learning at Home

"It is through play that children use and practice the things they learn."

Playtime is the best brain-building gift that we can ever give our children. It develops social, language, motor, and cognitive skills, which are all important for a child’s development. But as most parents will quickly realize, plying your child with many toys isn’t
Kids with Special Needs

July 24

Autism Spectrum Disorder: Early Signs in Kids 6 to 24 Months Old

“Parents may notice the signs early, but then denial sets in,” says a developmental pediatrician

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a developmental disability caused by differences in the brain that manifests symptoms in areas regarding a person’s behavior, social relationships, language, and, sometimes, intelligence. One third to half of the parents of children with autism notice a
Toddler

June 2

Learning to Read Early Means Gifted Child, Right? Not All the Time

A child who can read before he enters preschool is not always a good thing.

Rory was a 2-year-old boy whom his teachers at toddler class described as “obsessed with letters.” He would only play with the plastic alphabet set, spending his time examining and arranging the pieces. When his teachers would try to offer him another
Toddler

September 22

Learning Resources for Toddlers with Developmental Delays

Learning resources for toddlers with developmental delays are very accessible to parents nowadays. Read on to find out more from our SPED expert.

The current trend in education is inclusion; thus, parents with children who have developmental delays can breathe easier given more support in different sectors of society. There are different ways to encourage learning in children, especially those with developmental delays. Check out
Baby

December 16

When You Need To See A Developmental Pediatrician And What To Expect

Parents dread being told that their child has a developmental delay. However, being armed with the facts and knowing what to expect will help parents get early intervention for their children.

Most developmental delays can be detected during your baby’s 18th month check-up. If your pediatrician suspects a delay, you are usually referred to a developmental pediatrician. So, what are the telltale signs that could spell a developmental delay at 18 months old?

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