This episode explores the world of stimming: what are they, who does them and why?! Zazi and Tess discuss their stims, finding commonalities between their cricket feet and enjoyment for sharp items in their hands (weird, we know). They explain why stims shouldn't (for the most) part be discouraged, but give practical strategies for if they become self injurious. As per usual, Zazi and Tess share what's going on in their personal lives, from masseter botox to topical steroid withdrawal.
In this episode, Zazi and Tess talk about their top three language strategies to support all children with making their language boom. Tess gives her best Peppa Pig impression, showing that one must do anything to get the attention of a little one during shared reading! These strategies are supportive of children with and without language delay and go hand in hand with Episode 15. Make sure to listen to Episode 15 first, and download the free resource from https://www.patreon.com/youvegotthis to help your little one with their language journey!
In this episode Zazi and Tess discuss some key features that your little one might have delayed language development. They also highlight what they are looking for as speech therapists when doing home visits, in particular the flags for autism. This episode is supported with a milestones handout on our Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/youvegotthis) and is Part 1 of a two part series.
On this episode Zazi and Tess explore the strategy of affect (emotional signalling) and its importance on your child's development. They highlight how much of what we communicate relies on affect and the impact Tess' botox might be having on her work as a therapist.
Have speech milestones got you stressed? Zazi and Tess discuss the most common speech errors and at what age you'd expect them to be gone. They also explain some red flag speech errors which indicate speech therapy might be required and as per usual, highlight some key strategies which will help bring your child's speech development along. This episode is best listened to with Episode 10 - Strategies Speech Therapists Wish You Knew.
In this episode, Zazi talks about August’s experience of bringing Etta into this world. They give strategies for reframing your thinking and unpacking the do’s and don’ts of managing stress behaviours in your little one.
On this episode Zazi and Tess unpack how stressful going to the hairdressers can be (for the whole family) and share insight into why children aren't in control of their behaviour when visiting (spoiler alert: they are STRESSED). Tess also gets candid about why the You've Got This Pod isn't releasing videos yet, and her early experiences with topical steroid withdrawal.
Recasting is one of the BEST strategies for supporting your child’s communication development, so what exactly is it? Zazi and Tess explain and role play so you can master this amazing trick of the trade. FREE RESOURCE: "Recasting"
Zazi and Tess explore what is means to be a gestalt language processor and provide some super easy tips and tricks for supporting language development in the home. FREE RESOURCE: "Gestalt Language Processing"
We explore the pros & cons of dummy use and strategies to respectfully drop it. FREE RESOURCE: "Respectfully Dropping The Dummy"
Zazi and Tess explore the topic of mouth breathing and how detrimental this can be for sleep, behaviour and eating. We discuss what parents can do if they suspect their little one isn't breathing properly. FREE RESOURCE here- "Mouth Breathing"
Zazi get's candid about her 10 days of solo parenting without Jon and with covid. We talk parenting mistakes, Mam guilt, anxiety, feeling the need to be in control and how to repair when it all goes wrong.
What are the levels of play? What does it mean for your child's development? Zazi and Tess delve into all things play and help you understand the power of getting involved with your child. Forgotten how to play? We can help. FREE RESOURCE here - "The Stages Of Play"
Bumpy speech can be a cause for anxiety for the whole family, but it's often a part of the complexities of language development. We've got the strategies to reduce the stress about it within your household. FREE RESOURCE here - "Help My Child is Stuttering"
There are valid reasons that children can become selective about what they choose to eat. Listen to Zazi and Tess explore why some children may be picky eaters and how you can change up your meal times to support them. FREE RESOURCE here - "Picky/Selective Eating"
You THOUGHT you'd made it clear that biting isn't ok but they still do it. Zazi and Tess discuss what might be going on for your little one and walk you through strategies to support. FREE RESOURCE here - "When Your Preschooler Is Biting"
Many children (and adults) struggle when it comes to toothbrushing time and it's not your fault - so throw away that guilt and have a listen to Zazi and Tess as they discuss their experiences, expertise and strategies to make things easier. Free pod resource here - "The Ultimate Guide To Teeth Brushing"