Peyton Gadsby is a pediatric speech-language pathologist (SLP) in Southern California. Her tagline is “SLP to tiny humans” because she works primarily with young children. A speech therapist can be a lifeline for a struggling child. Peyton Gadsby employs a unique and adorable method to coax words from a toddler.
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Peyton’s first rule as a speech therapist is to “Make it fun.” She uses play to engage her young patients. With that in mind, Peyton coaxes the toddler to say “bye” by shaking her butt. A rule imposed by the child, no doubt. Whatever works is the order of the day. It brings laughter and verbalization from the child while causing no harm.
Whether they are nonverbal, have an injury or birth defect, or are English language learners, speech therapy can help a child succeed in this thing we call life. Peyton receives many rewards for being a speech therapist. One day, your client may offer you a special flower they have carried in a pocket for hours. On other days, they might say your name and offer you real flowers.
Even on a rough day, seeing a child learn to communicate will bring smiles. Working as a speech therapist and watching a child progress from little to no communication to full sentences is heartwarming.
Speech problems can have various causes. Some problems result from developmental disorders. Birth defects, brain injury, and neurological conditions can also cause communication difficulties. Often, early speech problems can be corrected before a child begins school. Early detection and correction can be a huge boost that helps the child throughout life.
To see more helpful videos and get tips from a pediatric speech therapist, follow Peyton on TikTok.
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