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Addressing Expressive Language Delay in Young Children

November 14, 2025Parental Resources

Understanding Expressive Language Delay in Young Children Definition and Characteristics of Expressive Language Delay Expressive language delay refers to difficulties children face in using spoken or other forms of communication to express their needs, thoughts, and ideas. This delay often manifests as limited vocabulary, challenges constructing sentences, grammatical errors, and difficulty recalling words. Children might […]

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Early Intervention for Speech Delay in Children

November 13, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

Understanding the Foundations of Pediatric Speech-Language Therapy What is Pediatric Speech-Language Therapy? Pediatric speech-language therapy focuses on assessing and treating communication and swallowing disorders in children from birth through adolescence. It addresses speech delays, language comprehension, social communication, feeding difficulties, and literacy development. Why Early Intervention Matters Early intervention—starting as soon as speech or language […]

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Child Communication Therapy: Methods to Enhance Speech

November 12, 2025Speech & Language Disorders

The Importance of Early Speech and Language Development Early Speech Milestones From birth to around two years, children begin to develop speech through babbling, producing simple sounds like ‘ma,’ ‘da,’ and ‘ba.’ Caregivers can encourage this crucial stage by talking to infants, responding to their vocalizations, and using gestures such as waving or pointing. These […]

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Identifying Receptive Language Delay and How to Help

November 11, 2025Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Introduction to Receptive Language Delay in Children Understanding Receptive Language Delay Receptive language delay refers to difficulty in understanding spoken or written language. This impacts a child’s ability to follow directions, comprehend questions, grasp new vocabulary, and participate fully in conversations. Importance of Receptive Language Receptive language skills are crucial for effective communication and learning. […]

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Benefits of Pediatric Speech Teletherapy for Busy Families

November 10, 2025Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Introduction to Pediatric Speech Teletherapy Overview of pediatric speech teletherapy Pediatric speech teletherapy delivers speech and language therapy remotely through secure video conferencing platforms. This modern approach enables children to receive effective, personalized speech-language support without the need to travel to a clinic. Teletherapy replicates real-time interactions seen in traditional sessions, utilizing interactive activities, digital […]

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Improving Oral Motor Skills with Therapy for Kids

November 7, 2025Reading and WritingSpeech & Language Disorders

Introduction to Oral Motor Skills and Their Importance Understanding Oral Motor Skills Oral motor skills involve the coordinated movements and strength of the mouth’s muscles, including the lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw. These skills encompass aspects such as awareness, control, coordination, endurance, and strength of these muscles. Essential for core activities like speaking, chewing, swallowing, […]

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Key Benefits of Pediatric Speech Therapy for Your Child

November 6, 2025Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Understanding Pediatric Speech Therapy and Its Importance Definition and Scope of Pediatric Speech Therapy Pediatric speech therapy is a specialized field focused on evaluating and treating speech and language disorders in children. It encompasses improving speech sound production, language comprehension, vocabulary, fluency, voice control, and social communication skills. Therapists work with children facing difficulties such […]

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Treatment Options for Speech Delay in Children

November 5, 2025Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

Understanding Speech Delay in Children Definition of Speech Delay and Differentiation from Speech Disorders Speech delay refers to a slower acquisition of speech and language skills compared to peers, yet children typically follow the normal developmental sequence. It involves delays in verbal communication milestones but does not necessarily imply a significant impairment across multiple modalities. […]

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Picky Eating vs. Feeding Disorder: What Parents Need to Know

November 4, 2025Feeding & SwallowingParental Resources

Introduction to Picky Eating and Feeding Disorders Understanding Picky Eating Picky eating is a common phase during early childhood characterized by selective food preferences based on taste, texture, or appearance. Most children who are picky eaters continue to grow well and gradually expand their diet through repeated exposure to new foods. This behavior typically resolves […]

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Benefits of Child Speech Therapy for Early Intervention

November 3, 2025Parental ResourcesSpeech & Language Disorders

The Critical Role of Early Speech Therapy in Childhood Development Importance of Early Intervention Early intervention in speech therapy is essential for supporting children’s language and communication development during the most critical periods of brain growth. From birth to around age five, children’s brains form neural connections rapidly, making this an optimal window for therapy […]

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NEW PATIENT INFORMATION PACKET

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929 E. Britton Rd
Oklahoma City, OK 73114
4331 Adams Rd
Suite 111
Norman, OK 73069

PATIENT INFORMATION

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PARENT / LEGAL GUARDIAN INFORMATION

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Parent / Legal Guardian*
Parent / Legal Guardian
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INSURANCE INFORMATION

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CASE HISTORY

Did your child pass his/her newborn hearing screening?
Has your child had a hearing screening or evaluation within the past year?
Do you have any specific concerns regarding your child's hearing / ears?
How does the child usually communicate? (check all that apply)
Is the child’s speech difficult to understand?

PRENATAL AND BIRTH HISTORY

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DEVELOPMENTAL HISTORY

Please list the approximate AGE your child achieved these developmental communication milestones:
babbled
use of gestures
first word
2-word phrases
simple sentences
 
Please list the approximate AGE your child achieved these developmental motor milestones:
sat alone
crawled
fed self
walked
toilet trained
 

CURRENT SPEECH, LANGUAGE, & HEARING

Does your child understand what you are saying?
Does your child retrieve/point to common objects upon request?
Does your child follow simple directions?
Does your child respond correctly to yes/no questions?
Does your child respond correctly to who/what/where/when/why questions?
Does your child have difficulty producing speech sounds?
Does your child frequently stutter when trying to speak?
Does your child communicate with words more often than gestures or crying?
Does your child speak in 2-4 word sentences?
Does your child make eye contact with you/other people?
Does your child become easily distracted?
Check all behavioral characteristics that describe your child:

MEDICAL HISTORY

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EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

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CREDIT CARD AUTHORIZATION FORM

Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. is committed to making our billing process as simple and easy as possible, We require that all patients keep a valid credit card on file with our office. Payment is due at the time of service.
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INFORMED CONSENT*
I consent to Pediatric Communication Solutions, Inc. (PCS) staff and its affiliates using any telephone numbers (including cell phone/wireless numbers), email addresses, and other electronic communications I provide to PCS for appointment, referral, treatment, billing, debt collection, and other purposes related to my/my child’s care. This includes phone calls, voice messages, text messages, emails, and other electronic communications. If I discontinue use of any phone number provided, I shall promptly notify PCS and will hold PCS and its affiliates harmless from any expenses or other loss arising from any failure to notify. I understand that standard text messages, unencrypted emails, and other electronic communications that I send and receive from PCS may flow through networks that are not secure and may be at risk of exposure of my health information (for example, the message could be intercepted and viewed by an unauthorized third party). In addition, once the text, email, or other electronic communication is received by me, someone may be able to access my phone, applications, digital devices, or email accounts and read the message. I understand that it is my responsibility to make sure that only authorized people are allowed to access my email, phone messages, cell phone, and digital devices. I understand these risks and give permission to PCS to communicate with me via wireless/cell phone, text message, unencrypted email, and other electronic communications. I authorize PCS to utilize the following communication methods with me.
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PATIENT LIABILITY FORM

This form is to inform you that certain speech-language pathology services may not be covered under your commercial insurance policy due to plan exclusions or benefit limitations. While we will make every effort to verify and bill your insurance appropriately, coverage is ultimately determined by your insurance provider.
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