Sitting on the Other Side of the IEP Table: 9 Lessons Learned
Thoughts from sitting on the other side of the IEP table and how to support parents in IEP meetings. Background Six years ago, I wrote
Category: Cleft Palate
Trusted Cleft Resources for SLPs and Families
Check out this list of cleft resources for SLPs and families – perfect timing for Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month this July. I know both
The Overlooked Connection Between Hearing Loss and Cleft Palate
Learn about hearing loss in children with cleft palate. SLPs need to be aware that ear infections and conductive hearing loss can be a common
A Practical Guide to Oral Mechanism Exams for SLPs
An oral mechanism exam provides critical information about the anatomy and movement of the speech system. It helps speech therapists determine whether speech differences may
The Connection Between S-Clusters and VPI
When velopharyngeal insufficiency (VPI) is present, one of the earliest and most noticeable speech breakdowns often occurs on s-blend clusters, also called s-clusters. These sound
Velopharyngeal Insufficiency: A Guide for SLPs and SLPAs
Want to learn more about velopharyngeal insufficiency? Have a student demonstrating hypernasality and/or nasal emission, and you’re not sure what the next steps are? This
Tips for Treating Cleft Palate Speech
Learn practical, evidence-based tips for treating cleft palate speech in children. Explore strategies for articulation, placement, and tactile cues to improve oral airflow, resonance, and
Cleft Speech: Hypernasality and Nasal Emissions
Are you an SLP or SLPA who has a cleft-affected child on your caseload, and you’re not sure how to approach hypernasality and nasal emissions?
Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month: What SLPs Need to Know
July is recognized as Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month, a time to raise visibility about the needs, strengths, and multidisciplinary care of individuals born with
Cleft Speech Treatment Timeline
Working with a cleft-affected child? This is a general guide for speech therapy interventions in cleft-affected children. The overview helps break down the interventions required
Hi, I'm Allison! A speech & language resource author who loves the creative process of making therapy materials and clipart, as well as connecting with educators world wide. Learn more about me here! Read More
