
Unbabbled
Navigating the world of special education, communication delays and learning differences can be a challenge. Tune in twice a month to hear Stephanie Landis and Meredith Krimmel, two speech-language pathologists at The Parish School in Houston, Texas interview guests from parents to industry professionals with the goal of providing guidance, insight and hope to those touched by children who are differently wired. Each episode will cover a different topic related to education or child development. Whether you’re the parent or caregiver of a neurodiverse child who has autism, a speech-language delay or a learning disability, or you’re an educator who works with special needs children, this show is for you.
Episodes
83 episodes
Understanding Different Types of ADHD with Dr. Saporito, PhD | Season 7 Episode 9
In this episode, we speak with licensed clinical psychologist Dr. Karen Saporito, PhD, about gender differences in Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) presentations and the less frequently identified and talked about type of ADHD that...
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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51:24

Concierge Medicine with Dr. Benjamin Ho | Season 7 Episode 8
In this episode, we speak with pediatrician Dr. Benjamin Ho, MD, FAAP, about concierge medicine. Dr. Ho is the Medical Director of Texas Children's Pediatrics Concierge Medicine Program – a program he recently helped bring to Texas Children’s. ...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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28:21

Tips for Speaking with Loved Ones About Your Child with Josie Gardner | Season 7 Episode 7
In this episode we speak with mental health professional Josie Gardner about ways to navigate tricky conversations with loved ones regarding our child and their needs, diagnosis, challenges and strengths. Josie discusses the positives, and poss...
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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31:08

Eloping: What is it and How Can We Address it? with Dr. Natalie Montfort | Season 7 Episode 6
In this episode Dr. Natalie Montfort, PhD discusses eloping. She shares what it means for a child to elope or wander and where and when it can happen. She also answers questions about which children are most at risk of eloping and ways families...
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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36:29

When Supporting Your Child Means Supporting Yourself, with expert Courtney Suddath | Season 7 Episode 5
In parenting, it’s often said that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. In other words, children are often a lot like their parents! This can be a great thing and also cause some frustration. In this episode we speak with licensed professi...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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40:38

Understanding Childhood Apraxia of Speech, with expert Nancy Kaufman | Season 7 Episode 4
Today’s episode is from our podcast vault, previously released in our first season! We sit down with speech-language pathologist and Childhood Apraxia of Speech expert, Nancy Kaufman. Nancy is the owner and director of the Kaufman Children’s Ce...
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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35:49

Navigating the Holidays | Season 7 Episode 3
It’s December and for many that means the start of a very busy holiday season. From travel, to major changes in schedules, to unfamiliar holiday traditions, this can be a difficult season for children to navigate. However, there are a few simpl...
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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21:11

Carol Westby, PhD, CCC-SLP, BCS-CL : The Importance of Play and Narratives in Early Learning | Season 7, Episode 2
In this episode, we speak with legendary Speech-Language Pathologist, Dr. Carol Westby, about the importance of play and personal narratives in early learning for later language and academic success. During the episode, Carol discusses how she ...
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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33:05

Matt Fugate, PhD : Understanding Twice Exceptional Students | Season 7, Episode 1
In this episode, guest Dr. Matt Fugate discusses twice exceptional, or 2E, students. 2E students have been identified as Gifted and Talented along with another diagnosis such as a learning or neurological difference or communication disorder...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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41:55

Stephanie Landis and Meredith Krimmel: Preventing the Summer Slide | Season 6, Episode 9
Parents and children all have the same dream – to spend their summer days having fun without the stress and pressure of the school year. However, many parents also worry that too much fun could cause a loss of progress or skills gained durin...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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33:03

Marilyn Zecher, M.A., CALT : Multisensory Math | Season 6, Episode 8
In this episode we speak with dyslexia specialist, Marilyn Zecher, MA, CALT, about using her expertise and experience as a Certified Academic Language Therapist to teach mathematics. During the episode, Marilyn explains what it means to teac...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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53:32

Dr. Michele Joseph: Supporting Neurodiverse Students into Young Adulthood | Season 6, Episode 7
In this episode Stephanie speaks with Dr. Michele Joseph, Head of School at Gateway Academy about supporting high school students as they transition into young adulthood. Gateway Academy is a private school in Houston, Texas that serves 6th-12t...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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47:52

Elizabeth Elder: Finding Community and Support | Season 6, Episode 6
In this episode we speak with Elizabeth Elder about finding a community and support system as a mother of children with special needs. Elizabeth is the founder of Steel Magnolia Moms, a Houston based support group for Mothers of children with s...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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34:46

Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo: Using Conscious Discipline at Home | Season 6, Episode 5
In this episode Elizabeth Montero-Cefalo, former special education teacher and Conscious Discipline Master Instructor, discusses the positive impact of using Conscious Discipline at home and in her classroom. Elizabeth highlights the changes sh...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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53:09

Ash Brandin: Managing Screen Time | Season 6, Episode 4
Screens are becoming increasingly interwoven into our children’s everyday lives. Unfortunately, a lot of the information around screen usage is either contradictory, vague, or rooted in extremes. This can leave parents confused, frustrated, or ...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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47:26

Sarah Ward, M.S., CCC-SLP: Strategies to Support Executive Functioning | Season 6, Episode 3
In this episode we sit down with Speech-Language Pathologist and executive functioning expert, Sarah Ward to discuss strategies to support the development of executive functions at home and school. Sarah starts off by giving a brief overview of...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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44:00

Becky Willson, MS, CCC-SLP: Linking Language Therapy and Academics | Season 6, Episode 2
In this episode, we speak with pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist Becky Wilson, about the link between language disorders and academics and how targeting underlying language skills helps support students learning. Throughout the episode B...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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50:37

Melissa Howard, DPT: What is Pediatric Physical Therapy | Season 6, Episode 1
In this episode, we sit down with pediatric physical therapist, Melissa Howard, DPT to talk about the basics of pediatric physical therapy. Melissa explains what physical therapy is, signs a child may benefit from physical, how it differs from ...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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32:34

Anjela Martinez and Jill Wood: Making Summer Reading Fun | Season 5, Episode 10
Summer is finally here! And while many kids have dreams of days spent at the pool, playing outside or having all day tv marathons, it is also the perfect time to kick back and relax with a good book! In this episode, Anjela Martinez from the Ha...
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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43:38

Dr. Michelle Beard: Part 2 - Accepting a Diagnosis | Season 5, Episode 9
When a child receives a diagnosis, it can impact the entire family and bring on a variety of emotions and responses from parents. In this episode, Dr. Michelle Beard returns to the podcast to discuss a child receiving a diagnosis from the paren...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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54:48

Rachel Czar: What is Occupational Therapy? | Season 5, Episode 8
In this episode, pediatric Occupational Therapist Rachel Czar answers all our questions about the basics of occupational therapy (OT) including our most commonly asked question- what is OT? Throughout the episode Rachel discusses signs a child ...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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26:07

Dr. Michelle Beard: Speaking to Children About Their Diagnosis | Season 5, Episode 7
In this episode we tackle a frequently asked question: “Should I tell my child about their diagnosis? And if so, how?”. When a child receives a diagnosis such as dyslexia, autism, ADHD, or a Language or Learning Disorder it can be difficult for...
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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52:00

Sharon Duval, CCC-SLP: DIR® Floortime Model of Therapy | Season 5, Episode 6
In this episode we discuss the DIR® Floortime model of therapy with Sharon Duval, CCC-SLP. DIR stands for the Developmental, Individual-differences, and Relationship-based model which highlights the power of relationships and emotional connecti...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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44:23

Wade Barrett: Exploring Inclusive Sports Programing | Season 5. Episode 5
Finding an activity outside of school that is developmentally appropriate and inclusive of neurodivergent children or children with speech and language difficulties can be a challenge for parents. While many of our kids may excel in physical ac...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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39:06

Greg Santucci, MS, OTR: Supporting Sensory Regulation | Season 5. Episode 4
In this episode, Stephanie and Meredith sit down with the Keynote Speaker from The Parish School’s 2022 Giving Voice to Children Luncheon, Greg Santucci. Throughout the episode Greg discusses ways to see beyond a child’s behavior by supporting ...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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44:31
