As most of you know Emma has a speech delay. Most of the delay is related to a coordination issue. She knows her letters and sounds but has difficulty putting the sounds together to make a word. Well in June we started up with a new speech therapist that we have know since Emma was born. She also specializes in feeding issues (the mechanical side) and that is why we have known her for awhile. Since starting with her, Emma has been making wonderful progress. Every time we go to a session I just grin from ear to ear b/c I am so proud of all her hard work. Her vocabulary is picking up and even though we are still a ways off from a normal kid her age, her progress is something that deserves a gold star. We still have ECI come to the house once a week to help with communication as a whole but let me tell you being back in private speech therapy has truly been a life changer for all of us.
Emma you are an amazing girl who is not letting any delays hold you back. You always try your best and never give up. We are so amazed by your determination and all the progress you have made. No matter what, we will be by your side and be proud of you. Every hurdle you go over, whether big or small, is a huge accomplishment. Keep up the fabulous work!!
Emma's new words:
-up
-out
-open
-yes
-blue
-purple
-off
-in
-done
-bye bye
-hi
-push
-she kind of says her sister name
-Emma
-two or to or too
She is also putting words together like:
-bye bye dada
-help momma
6 comments:
Ummm I caught that, what is her sister's name? You aren't going to tell.
Even though I have only met Emma once in her lifetime I feel like I have a strong connection with her. I don't know if is through her struggles I see similarities in myself or if it is in ability to always keep going. She is my little Hero!
Emma, you really are amazing and I love to tell you that! I'll never forget the slide show that your momma played at your first bday party and I saw what you have been through. Made me just so proud of you! You really are doing so well. I wish I could hear those words come from your sweet little mouth! One day! We love you!
go emma go! noelle always asks about her. i'll have to tell her how well she is doing!
Kristen, this post brought chills to me as I read!! You are right Emma doesn't let anything stand in her way. I'm so proud to hear of all her progress in such a short time. ***GOLD STAR for EMMA***
Emma...you are truly amazing! You have made such quick progress lately! Now I can ask you what your sister's name is going to be :)
Way to go Emma! you are just a lil superstar! I agree with Mom! ;) I am sorry if I asked you about this all after you had just posted it- I am such a loser! I love ya friend. I know this is a hard hill to climb but you are a tremendous momma and YOU deserve a gold star too!
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