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  • 274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber

    274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber
    2026/07/09
    Hey Friends~ Today we are investing in you first, because the healthier you are, the healthier your parenting becomes. With that in mind, the first part of this episode focuses on you as a human being—as an adult. I think that's valuable. After all, before we're parents, we're people. And that's what leads us to an important question: What if becoming a calmer, more regulated version of yourself is one of the greatest gifts you could give your child? Coach Brandon Barber shares practical strategies for understanding your subconscious mind, calming your nervous system, and breaking unhelpful patterns. Together, we explore how these principles can strengthen the way you show up as a parent. You'll leave with practical tools like creating a "worry window," building daily resilience habits, and learning how your calm presence can help another person's nervous system settle, including your child's. Caring for yourself is one of the most meaningful ways you can care for your child. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST: Brandon & Michelle Barber help parents become the calm, confident leaders their children need in a world that feels more overwhelming than ever. After spending decades coaching leaders, entrepreneurs, and families — creating 100+ courses that have helped over a million individuals — they saw a deeper pattern: Kids need emotionally regulated, present, resilient parents. Through their resilience-based parenting frameworks, Brandon and Michelle teach moms and dads how to stop reacting from stress, fear, or exhaustion and start responding with clarity, connection, and confidence — so their children grow up feeling safe, seen, and supported. CONTACT THE GUEST: BrandonandMichelleBarber.com Link to RESILIENCE FIRST AID KIT: https://brandonandmichellebarber.com/resilience A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Link for Financial Freedom 101 event scholarship: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 134 Rich Kozak: Are You In Business? Your Branding Tricks Can Be Parenting Magic! 132 Erin LoPorto: Why Telling Your Child, “Don’t Worry” Doesn’t Help 138 Krys Pappius: Can a Pattern Interrupt Can Drastically Change How You React? Yes! WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play
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    42 分
  • 273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?

    273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
    2026/07/02
    Hey Friends~ Have you ever noticed your child can sing every word of a favorite song but struggles to say those same words in conversation? Or maybe your child isn't talking yet, avoids back-and-forth interaction, has difficulty with rhythm or imitation, or simply learns differently than other children. What if music could become a bridge? In this episode, we explore how music creates a safe space for children to learn. Rhythm, repetition, melody, and predictable patterns slow language down, making it easier for the brain to process, remember, and use. Music also activates multiple areas of the brain, strengthening memory, movement, attention, and learning in ways that everyday conversation often cannot. My guest knows this personally. She was largely nonverbal until she was four or five years old, and music became the place where language finally made sense. Today, she's an award-winning children's musician whose songs are intentionally designed to build language, communication, and connection for all children, especially those who learn differently. If you've ever wondered whether music could help your child communicate, this conversation may open an entirely new way of thinking about learning. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST: Margot Bevington is an award-winning songwriter, educator, and performer whose music helps children grow through rhythm, imagination, and connection. Inspired by her own childhood speech delay, she has released three children's albums, two of which received the National Parenting Product Award. A graduate of Oberlin Conservatory of Music, Margot creates music that celebrates communication, creativity, and the belief that every child counts. CONTACT THE GUEST: MsMargotsMusic.com Instagram- @margotbevington Free "I Count" Coloring Page with Email Newsletter Sign Up (on website) A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Link for Financial Freedom 101 event scholarship: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading? 243 Claire Miller: The Power of Storytelling to Build Confidence & Connection 248 Dr. Emily Levy: Effectively Teach Reading with Orton Gillingham & Multi-Sensory Techniques 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play
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    31 分
  • 272 Want Your Kids To Sleep? Allison Egidi Shares Amazingly Effective Advice!

    272 Want Your Kids To Sleep? Allison Egidi Shares Amazingly Effective Advice!
    2026/06/25
    Hey Friends~ Have you ever been so tired you'd try just about anything to get your child to sleep? You're not alone! My guest, pediatric sleep coach Allison Egidi, knows that feeling firsthand. She spent two years struggling with her own child's sleep before discovering there was an entire field of pediatric sleep support that most parents—and even most pediatricians—never hear about. You'll also hear how simple language shifts with our toddlers can encourage sleep cooperation and help children approach bedtime with greater confidence. Today we're talking about why sleep can feel so complicated, why there isn't one "right" way for every family, and what you can start doing tonight to help your child become a more confident sleeper. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ ABOUT THE GUEST: Allison Egidi is a pediatric sleep coach and founder of Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC. Her focus is on children 0 to 17 years old. She also hosts the How Long ‘Til Bedtime? podcast. CONTACT THE GUEST: Podcast: How Long ‘Til Bedtime? https://sleepandwellnesscoach.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sleepandwellnesscoach A BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you and helps you remember. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Sarah Lascano: RayZen Energy Free Guide: Heal Faster, Live Freer: Find and Clear the Energetic Roots of Symptoms: https://www.rayzenenergy.com/a/2148155983/Z7tWVm2L Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Link for Financial Freedom 101 event scholarship: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/scholarship/dinalynn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 173 Alicia Mazari: Your Child is Constipated? How Poop impacts sleep, behavior, and learning 242 Dr. Ben Miraglia: Sleep, Behavior & Speech Struggles? What Early Jaw Growth & Mouth Breathing Reveal 219 Kerre Burley: Bedtime Resistance A Problem? SleepTalk Helps With Cooperation 234 Dr. Funke Afolabi-Brown: Is Sleep A Struggle? Practical Guidance From A Sleep Physician 🌞 THIS WEEK ONLY: 🌞 🌞 June 22-28,2026: Summer Support Bundle by Lisa Corricello McDowell: FREE. Sign up here: bit.ly/summersupportbundle 🌞 June 29-July 2, 2026: Supporting High Needs Learners at Home 2026; Summit hosted by Amy Bodkin. $15 Register here: https://ctrk.klclick.com/l/01KVF4B7DC62JZDBNSYM3VJMDT_2 WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play
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    45 分
  • 271 When Communication Is Hard: Seeing Your Child Differently - Series Summary, part 10

    271 When Communication Is Hard: Seeing Your Child Differently - Series Summary, part 10
    2026/06/18
    Hey Friends~ Have you ever found yourself thinking, "Why isn't my child listening?" Or wondering why they can do something one day but seem completely unable the next? Before we assume it's defiance, laziness, or a bad attitude, what if we asked a different question: What if communication is what's hard? For the past three months, we've been exploring the many ways communication can get disrupted—both in understanding and in expressing. Today, I'm bringing the whole series together so you can see the big picture and walk away with practical ideas to help your child communicate with greater confidence and success. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ Parent Group 👉 Sign up for Speech & Language Support for Preschool Families: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/store/p/summer-speech-language-support-for-preschool-families SPONSORS: Clever Elly The a car charger that talks to you. Click here to learn more and claim the special listener bonus! https://cleverelly.com/r?id=246rdm Sarah Lascano: RayZen Energy Free Guide: Heal Faster, Live Freer: Find and Clear the Energetic Roots of Symptoms: https://www.rayzenenergy.com/a/2148155983/Z7tWVm2L Penelope Jane Smith: Real Prosperity Inc. Link for FREE financial guide ebook: https://realprosperity.isrefer.com/go/FFF/dinalynn Summer Support Bundle: Lisa Corricello McDowell Sign up here: bit.ly/summersupportbundle The “WHEN COMMUNICATION IS HARD” Series: 253 When Communication Is Hard: An Overview for Parents of Children with Speech or Language Struggles, part 1 254 When Communication Is Hard: Childhood Apraxia of Speech CAS & Motor Speech Disorders, part 2 255 When Communication Is Hard: Speech Sound Disorders & Phonological Delays, part 3 257 When Communication is Hard: Kids Know More Than They Can Say: Expressive & Receptive Language Delays, DLD, part 4 259 When Communication Is Hard: Autism, ADHD, and Language Processing Differences, part 5 262 When Communication Is Hard: Does the Body Need Support? CP, Low Tone, AAC, part 6 264 When Communication Is Hard: Downs Syndrome, Genetic Syndromes, Learning Differences, part 7 265 When Communication Is Hard: Brain Injury, Seizures, and Communication Regression, part 8 269 When Communication Is Hard: Selective Mutism and Anxiety-Based Speech Challenges, part 9 WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play
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    38 分
  • 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking

    270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking
    2026/06/12

    Hey Friends~

    Your child hears you say something... but did they actually get the message?

    Sometimes communication breaks down because children can't fully access language. It may be hearing loss, difficulty processing information, speech delays, or simply not yet having the words they need.

    In today's episode in the series When Communication is Hard, we're exploring how access impacts communication and why one surprisingly powerful tool—sign language—can help many children, not just those who are deaf or hard of hearing.

    Join me and special guest Tracie as we talk about reducing frustration, building connection, and giving children more ways to communicate.

    Always cheering you on!

    Dinalynn

    CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com

    WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/

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    ABOUT THE GUEST: Tracie Rieder, the owner of Circle of Friends Signing School, LLC, and a parent coach through Time Out Behavior Coaching. Tracie spent 23 years as a family child care provider, supporting young children and their families through the joys and challenges of early childhood. Prior to that, she worked as a licensed elementary teacher and Teacher of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing, with a primary focus on children from birth through the early elementary years. As the mother of three grown children, Tracie brings both professional expertise and personal insight to her work in SE MN.

    CONTACT THE GUEST: www.cfsigning.com

    IG: https://www.instagram.com/circleoffriendssigning/

    FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086598276828

    IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

    11 Building Deeper connection Through Communication using SIGNS with your Babies

    137 STEP 4 - Would You Rather Not Repeat Again? Plan A Visual Summer Calendar For Your Kids

    167 Danielle Lindner: Does An Auditory Processing Difficulty Impact Your Child’s Ability To Read?

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    33 分
  • 269 When Communication Is Hard: Selective Mutism and Anxiety-Based Speech Challenges, part 9

    269 When Communication Is Hard: Selective Mutism and Anxiety-Based Speech Challenges, part 9
    2026/06/04

    Hey Friends~

    Some kids can talk—but don’t in certain situations. Maybe they suddenly go silent at school, church, or around other people. In this episode of our When Communication Is Hard series, we’re talking about selective mutism and anxiety-based communication challenges. These children may have the words, know what they want to say, and still feel unable to access their voice in certain situations.

    We’ll look at what may be happening beneath the silence, why pressure backfires and makes talking harder, and how safety, predictability, and connection gently support speech over time. So, If you’ve ever wondered whether your child is being shy, stubborn, or overwhelmed, this episode will help you see the struggle with fresh eyes—and respond with more understanding and hope.

    Always cheering you on!

    Dinalynn

    CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com

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    IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

    259 When Communication Is Hard: Autism, ADHD, and Language Processing Differences, part 5

    262 When Communication Is Hard: Does the Body Need Support? CP, Low Tone, AAC, part 6

    264 When Communication Is Hard: Downs Syndrome, Genetic Syndromes, Learning Differences, part 7

    265 When Communication Is Hard: Brain Injury, Seizures, and Communication Regression, part 8

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    24 分
  • 268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading?

    268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading?
    2026/05/28
    Hey Friends~ Most of us don’t remember what it felt like to learn language for the very first time as young children. We focus so much on letters, books, and what children see—but are we overtraining eyes while undertraining ears? After experiencing a brain injury that forced her to relearn language from the beginning, today’s guest, Emily Cadiz, gained a life-changing understanding of what it truly feels like to struggle with communication and learning. As a music professional already working in special education, she turned to music during her recovery to help regain movement, speech, language, and reading — ultimately leading her into NIH research exploring music’s impact on children’s language and literacy development. In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between music, the brain, communication, and learning. You’ll hear why music is such a natural pathway for language development and discover simple ways parents can use rhythm, movement, chanting, and song in everyday life to support children’s speech, language, and early literacy skills. Always cheering you on! Dinalynn CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/ Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play 👉 Sign up for Speech & Language Support for Preschool Families: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/store/p/summer-speech-language-support-for-preschool-families WE WON!! 🎉 THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE FOR WOMEN PODCASTERS AWARDS!! The Language of Play won in the category of “Lifestyle Podcasts.” Here is the link to the awards presentation: https://www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-ceremony-2026?sc=412250821ef30e36edee7e7f6ad9785ad479446a6 ABOUT THE GUEST: Emily Cadiz is an educator, researcher, and founder of Prelude Early Learning with more than 20 years of experience in early childhood education, language acquisition, and early literacy. She created the Prelude Learning System and Prelude Partners, a music-to-literacy model that helps young children build strong language and reading foundations through play-based, research-informed instruction. Emily’s work has been recognized through an NIH-funded SBIR research grant studying how music-based learning supports early brain and literacy development. She has partnered with Head Start programs, early learning hubs, and multilingual communities to expand access to engaging, equitable learning tools. A Columbia University alumna, Emily is passionate about helping educators and families give children the communication and literacy skills they need to thrive. CONTACT THE GUEST: @preludeearlylearning - IG prelude early learning - FB @preludeearlylearning - LinkedIn IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES: 267 Luba Patlakh: Snip or Skip? Navigating the Tongue Tie Controversy 266 Sarah James: What Do Speech Sounds Have to Do With Reading? 248 Dr. Emily Levy: Effectively Teach Reading with Orton Gillingham & Multi-Sensory Techniques 239 Marsha Familaro Enright: Montessori? Learn how A Curiosity-Led System Works! WE’VE MADE IT EASY FOR YOU! Love this podcast? Let us know! https://lovethepodcast.com/play Follow & subscribe in 1-click! https://followthepodcast.com/play To SPONSOR The Language Of Play, schedule your call here: https://calendly.com/hello-play/discovery-session To DONATE to The Language Of Play, Use this secure payment link: https://app.autobooks.co/pay/the-language-of-play
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    43 分
  • 267 Luba Patlakh: Snip or Skip? Navigating the Tongue Tie Controversy

    267 Luba Patlakh: Snip or Skip? Navigating the Tongue Tie Controversy
    2026/05/22

    Hey Friends~

    If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s mouth breathing, poor sleep, unclear speech, or constant frustration could mean something deeper… this episode is for you. Today, I’m talking with Luba Patlakh about tongue ties, therapy, when parents should seek help, and what real support looks like—whether surgery is involved or not. We also talk about practical communication strategies and how families can advocate for the care their children truly need. This conversation is eye-opening, hopeful, and full of practical next steps for parents.

    Always cheering you on!

    Dinalynn

    CONTACT the Host, Dinalynn: hello@thelanguageofplay.com

    WEBSITE: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/

    Have a QUESTION or COMMENT? Leave a voice message! https://castfeedback.com/play

    👉 Sign up for Speech & Language Support for Preschool Families: https://www.thelanguageofplay.com/store/p/summer-speech-language-support-for-preschool-families

    WE WON!! 🎉 THANK YOU FOR YOUR VOTE FOR WOMEN PODCASTERS AWARDS!! The Language of Play won in the category of “Lifestyle Podcasts.” Here is the link to the awards presentation: https://www.womenpodcasters.com/awards-ceremony-2026?sc=412250821ef30e36edee7e7f6ad9785ad479446a6

    ABOUT THE GUEST: Luba Patlakh is a passionate Speech-Language Pathologist and the founder of Kidology, a thriving pediatric practice that helps children through speech, occupational, physical, and ABA therapy. With over 15 years of experience, she’s known for empowering families to help their kids reach meaningful milestones. As a mom of three, Luba understands both the challenges and joys of parenting, and her innovative, compassionate approach has earned her national recognition and awards.

    CONTACT THE GUEST: https://kidologyinc.com/

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    IF YOU LIKED THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL WANT TO LISTEN TO THESE EPISODES:

    242 Dr. Ben Miraglia: Sleep, Behavior & Speech Struggles? What Early Jaw Growth & Mouth Breathing Reveal

    247 Misa Pignataro: Picky Eaters? Let’s Change That!

    199 Krista Melanson: Do I Wait or Get Help? My child’s speech is “different.”

    232 SERIES: Speech & Language Delays: What Parents Need to Know

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    40 分