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The Connection Between Oral Motor Skills and Speech Development

The Connection Between Oral Motor Skills and Speech Development

Oral motor skills play a critical role in speech development, helping children produce sounds clearly and effectively. These skills involve the coordination of the lips, tongue, jaw, and cheeks to control speech movements, chewing, and swallowing.

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How to Improve Speech Clarity with Breathing and Voice Control Exercises

How to Improve Speech Clarity with Breathing and Voice Control Exercises

Clear and controlled speech is essential for effective communication. However, some children struggle with speech clarity due to weak breath support, poor voice control, or lack of coordination between breathing and speaking.

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How to Help a Child Who Speaks Too Fast or Mumbles

How to Help a Child Who Speaks Too Fast or Mumbles

Clear speech is essential for effective communication, but some children speak too quickly or mumble, making it difficult for others to understand them. Whether due to excitement, habit, or lack of awareness, rushed or unclear speech can lead to frustration, social challenges, and difficulty being understood at home or in school.

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How to Prepare Your Child for Online Speech Therapy Sessions

How to Prepare Your Child for Online Speech Therapy Sessions

Online speech therapy offers a convenient and effective way for children to receive the speech and language support they need from home. Whether your child is working on articulation, fluency, language development, or social communication skills, virtual sessions provide the same expert guidance as in-person therapy—while eliminating the need for travel.

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