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Cate MacKilligan MS, CCC_SLP Cate MacKilligan MS, CCC_SLP

Everything Your Child’s Speech Therapist Wants You to Know about Tongue Ties …And then some 

Tongue ties, lip ties, and buccal ties—collectively known as tethered oral tissues—can impact feeding, speech, sleep, and overall oral function. Signs may include difficulty latching, poor weight gain, picky eating, speech delays, or mouth breathing. A functional assessment by a trained provider is essential, and treatment may involve therapy, team-based care, and in some cases, release. With early intervention and support, children can thrive in feeding, speech, and growth

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Cate MacKilligan MS, CCC_SLP Cate MacKilligan MS, CCC_SLP

What Does a Speech Therapist Do? 

Speech therapy goes far beyond practicing sounds—it supports speech clarity, language, social communication, stuttering, voice, feeding and swallowing, cognitive-communication, and AAC. Whether a child is late to talk, struggling with social skills, or an adult is recovering from injury, SLPs help individuals communicate, connect, and thrive.

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Dr. Karli Taulbee PT, DPT Dr. Karli Taulbee PT, DPT

Spring into Play: Encouraging Active Fun for Kids of All Abilities!

Staying active is essential for children's growth, not just physically but mentally and emotionally too. Encouraging kids to try different activities helps them discover their interests, build confidence, and develop healthy habits. The key is to introduce variety—helping children find activities they truly love sets the foundation for lifelong fitness and well-being. Read what Dr. Karli Taulbee recommends for children to stay happy and healthy this Spring!

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