You Are Not to Blame: Setting Down the Weight of Guilt Over the years, I’ve met so many parents and guardians who carry a heavy weight of guilt about their child’s communication challenges.They ask questions like:• Did I do something wrong?• Did I miss a sign?• Did I cause this somehow? If you’ve ever felt […]
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🎠The Hidden Side of Stuttering – Why It Matters
The Hidden Load: Why Understanding Covert Stuttering is Important When most people think of stuttering, they likely picture someone who is repeating sounds or syllables, but there’s another side of stuttering that often goes unseen—covert stuttering.In my work as a private speech-language pathologist (SLP) in Waterloo, Ontario, I support children and teens with a wide […]
đź’› Talking About Stuttering with Your Child: Embracing Openness and Support
Why Talking About Stuttering Matters Even very young children notice when talking feels hard. When adults avoid talking about stuttering, children may get the message—often unintentionally—that stuttering is something to hide or feel ashamed of. But when we name it, acknowledge it, and talk about it with warmth and calm, children are more likely to: […]