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Resources for Families, From a Speech Specialist

Practical guidance on childhood apraxia of speech, speech sound disorders, and getting the most out of your child's therapy.

Whether you're trying to understand your child's diagnosis, figure out how to use your insurance benefits, or wondering if your child needs more intensive support — you're in the right place. These posts are written for Texas families navigating speech therapy, by a specialist who works with kids like yours every day.

My Child Is Still Struggling With Speech at Age 5 — Should I Be Worried?

Maybe your 5-year-old still mispronounces /R/ or has trouble with /S/. Maybe it's bigger than that. Family says "she'll grow out of it." Pediatrician says "let's wait and see." Should you? Here's what the most recent research actually says.

For Families, Speech DevelopmentChristina Ann BurnhamApril 29, 2026CloudSpeechspeech development, speech sounds, kindergarten readiness, R sound, lisp, phonological disorder, speech therapy, age 5 milestones, pediatric speech, speech sound disorderComment

Resources for Families, From a Speech Specialist

Practical guidance on childhood apraxia of speech, speech sound disorders, and getting the most out of your child's therapy.

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