Starting solids is exciting; however, gagging can make meals feel tense. Fortunately, occasional gagging is a normal part of learning new textures, and most babies improve as skills mature. According…
Holiday tips help me every year, because the holiday time can hit us out of the blue. One minute it is summertime, and the next we are seeing Christmas trees.…
From thumb sucking to jaw clenching, oral habits and how to eliminate them is one of the most common challenges faced by parents, therapists, and caregivers. These behaviors may seem…
I used to think the holidays were a time to focus on the now—have fun however that looks, make our memories, and keep going even when we’re missing loved ones.…
Meet three voices behind real TalkTools success stories—a clinician (and mom) who advanced to Level 4 OPT, a parent whose child found his voice with the Horn Kit, and a…
If you’re working with clients who chew on their tongue or clothing, show open-mouth posture, or fatigue during chewing, TalkTools® Bite Tubes can be a game-changer. These therapist-designed tools provide…
This article is part of The Talk with April Anderson—TalkTools’ monthly series for feeding professionals. Each edition delivers family-centered guidance and practical, evidence-based strategies you can use in therapy and…
Clear speech isn’t learned by listening alone—it’s learned by feeling accurate movements. That’s why many clinicians use speech therapy tools for speech clarity to give kids precise, repeatable tactile cues…
Sensory supports can quietly transform a child’s school day. We all take in sensory information—from a cool breeze to hallway chatter—and usually carry on. But then there’s that itchy shirt…
Because growth doesn’t stop after graduation, supported employment success is built one small win at a time. Elizabeth’s story shows how those wins add up to big independence. Elizabeth just…
