The world is shrinking in every sense. I mean literally. Haven't you heard of continents that drifted away, are now coming closer to each other. We are becoming more multi-cultural, inclusive, learning and interacting with people around the world. But when it comes to using language at home, we are still confused. Should I just …
Author: Thasbih Amin
Thrilling Two’s
Thrilling two’s or terrible two’s. I think I would go with both. I am talking about toddlers today. The most vivacious, audacious and imperious beings on the planet. I live this reality every day. When I prayed to god to give me patience, he hands me a toddler and tells me “There you go, she …
Light it up Blue- Autism
Today’s post is very close to my heart. Since, it is the Autism awareness month; I want to share my experiences working with autism and as always a few tips. This is a long one guys! So grab your popcorn and let my story unfold. My first job as a speech language therapist was for …
First words, are you there yet?
In my recent post, I had written about how wonderfully synchronized the verbal communication is. Click here to read. However, on the flip side, what if those first words don’t come and you are concerned. First words happen between 12-18 months. For some children, it’s even later. Using baby signs is a great way to …
The Potty Training Saga
The Elephant in the room, that I didn't want to confront. When people inquired about getting my daughter potty trained, I took comfort and relief in laying down the facts, that she is not ready yet. She is too young, she is not showing signs, she does not have the core strength yet, blah, blah, …
“There is no friend as loyal as a book”- Ernst Hemmingway
I read this quote on the front page of Gulf news. I began to ponder at this thought. How can a book be a loyal friend? With friends we laugh, cry and at times, a conversation that leaves us with a lasting thought and impression. Well, a book exactly does that. When you are at …
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The thought process can never be complete without articulation- Stephen King
Speaking, one of the most complex tasks known to mankind. We are all so adept at speaking, interpreting others speech so quickly, that we rarely realize the importance of this skill. It is only, when someone loses their ability to speak or cannot speak intelligibly that the overwhelming value of speech is evident. Lately, in …
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Q & A- Part 1
When I started my career as a Speech and Language Therapist, I was thrust into the unknown world of managing my relationship with clients. Along with providing Speech therapy sessions, another equally important facet is your bond with parents and professionals. University teaches you what to do, not why you do it and how to do it. I was fortunate enough to have a …
A day of my life..
Today, I woke up in gratitude to my creator, for all the blessings in my life. And then, it daunts upon me. Work! Yes, I need to get to work. As much as I love my job, there are days when snuggling back to bed, dreaming about the next vacation and what to eat for …
A vacation to remember…
Vacation is over! We are all gearing up to new beginnings with work and school. One mans agony, is another child's excitement. I am going back to work and I have to say that my vacation started off on a great note and ended with a bang. When life gives you lemons, make lemon soda. …
