Quick reads
Research, in two minutes.
Short summaries for busy parents. Backed by speech-language research, with sources linked.
Everyday talk2 min
Talk with your child, not at them
Back-and-forth chats matter more than the number of words they hear.
ReadBilingual families2 min
Two languages won't confuse your child
Speaking your home language is a gift, not a delay.
ReadReading2 min
Reading together starts at birth
Books aren't just for kids who can sit still.
ReadBabies & toddlers2 min
Pointing and waving are early words
Gestures are how babies talk before they talk.
ReadScreen time2 min
Screens don't replace you
Kids learn words best from real people.
ReadWhen to ask3 min
Late talker or something more?
Some kids catch up. Some benefit from help. Here's how to tell.
ReadHearing2 min
Ear infections can affect listening
Kids need to hear clearly to learn to talk.
ReadFluency2 min
Bumpy speech is often normal
Repeating sounds is common as kids learn lots of new words.
ReadMilestones2 min
Milestones are ranges, not deadlines
Use milestones as a guide, not a grade.
ReadGetting help2 min
Early intervention help is often free
Every state offers support for kids under 3.
ReadGeneral information, not a diagnosis. Joey supports, and never replaces, qualified speech-language professionals.