Supporting Your Child with an Articulation Disorder: A Guide for Parents
Articulation disorders can impact a child’s ability to be understood by others, affecting their confidence and social interactions. As a parent, you play a crucial role in supporting your child’s speech development. Here are some strategies to help your child improve their articulation skills at home:
Model Clear Speech – Speak slowly and clearly, emphasizing correct pronunciation without pressuring your child to imitate you immediately.
Encourage Practice Through Play – Engage in games that focus on speech sounds, such as “I Spy” or reading books with target sounds.
Use Visual and Tactile Cues – Show your child how to position their lips, tongue, and teeth for different sounds. Mirrors can be helpful for self-monitoring.
Provide Gentle Corrections – Rather than directly pointing out mistakes, model the correct pronunciation in a natural way. For example, if your child says “wabbit” instead of “rabbit,” you can respond with, “Oh, you saw a rabbit? That’s great!”
Seek Professional Support – Speech therapy can provide individualized strategies and exercises tailored to your child’s needs. A speech-language pathologist can assess progress and offer guidance for continued improvement.
At The Therapy Garden, we support families by providing evidence-based speech therapy for children with articulation disorders. Our goal is to build confidence and communication skills that allow children to express themselves clearly and effectively.
If you’re looking for support, we’re here to help! Reach out to learn more about our programs and how we can assist your child on their speech journey.
