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The Language of Play - Kids that Listen, Speech Therapy, Language Development, Early Intervention

Dinalynn Rosenbush, SLP | Speech Pathologist, Parent Mentor, Communication with Kids
Child Development
Parenting
Language Development
Parenting Strategies
Speech Therapy
Communication Skills
Communication
Speech-Language Delay
Speech-Language Pathology
Child Behavior
ADHD
Homeschooling
Communication Strategies
Listening Skills
Emotional Regulation
Speech Language Pathology
Speech and Language Delay
Language Delays
Education
Play-Based Learning

*** WINNER of the 2026 Lifestyle Podcast Award! *** ***Top 1.5% Parenting Podcast Worldwide***Getting Kids to Listen | Speech Therapy | Child Communication | Parenting Strategies

Are you tired of repeating yourself, dealing with meltdowns, or wondering why your child still isn’t listening? Are you worried about speech delays, language development, behavior challenges, or communication struggles? ... more

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Hey Friends~

Have you ever called your child's name outside...once...twice...five times...and wondered if they even heard you? Between the wind, the playground, the garden hose, the neighborhood noise, and kids who are completely absorbed in what th... more

Hey Friends~

What if the fastest way to help your child become calm... is to begin with yourself?

In this episode, Ann shares the power of co-regulation and reminds us that our state is contagious. The good news? Calm is contagious, too.

You'll di... more

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,... more

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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 imita... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Barber
Coach focused on resilience-based parenting with Michelle Barber; helps parents become calm, confident leaders
Brandon and Michelle Barber Coaching
Episode: 274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber
Margot Bevington
Award-winning children's musician focused on language and social-emotional learning
Episode: 273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Allison Egidi
Pediatric sleep coach, founder of Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC
Sleep and Wellness Coach LLC
Episode: 272 Want Your Kids To Sleep? Allison Egidi Shares Amazingly Effective Advice!
Tracie Rieder
Owner of Circle of Friends Signing School; signed language educator
Circle of Friends Signing School; Time Out Behavior Coaching
Episode: 270 Tracie Rieder: Using Signs As A Bridge To Speaking
Emily Cadiz
Educator, researcher, founder of Prelude Early Learning
Prelude Early Learning / Finnegan the Dragon
Episode: 268 Emily Cadiz: What If Music Isn’t a Bonus—but the Brain’s Gateway to Reading?
Luba Patlakh
Speech Language Pathologist and founder of Kidology
Kidology
Episode: 267 Luba Patlakh: Snip or Skip? Navigating the Tongue Tie Controversy
Sarah James
Speech-language pathologist
Self-employed/SLP practice
Episode: 266 Sarah James: What Do Speech Sounds Have to Do With Reading?
Tamara Tuckson
McKenzie's mother
Episode: 263 Tamara Tuckson & Mckenzie Tuckson: Does AAC Replace Their Voice—or Reveal It?
McKenzie Tuckson
Co-author of Mckenzie Can Talk and Mckenzie Can Cheer
Episode: 263 Tamara Tuckson & Mckenzie Tuckson: Does AAC Replace Their Voice—or Reveal It?

Host

Dinalynn Rosenbush
Host and Speech-Language Pathologist; parent coach with a focus on calm, practical strategies to support listening, language development, and behavior as communication.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • Excellent Resource

    Dinalynn has such a wealth of information on language development- her podcast is an excellent resource for parents! I was lucky to be a guest on episode 273, to talk about how music can be a bridge to language development. A parent, educator for 20+ years, and person who makes music designed to boost early childhood development, I still learned a few things from Dinalynn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mom2-4-Eva
    United States25 days ago
  • Such a joy!

    Podchaser
    5
    Dinalynn Rosenbush
    5 months ago
  • Great focus

    Dinalyn is very focused on improving outcomes for kids through supporting parents in their daily struggles.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrandmaDebRech
    United States6 months ago
  • A great, well-prepared host

    Review of Dinalynne of The Language of Play podcast.

    Dinalynn was a delightful host for our podcast. Our discussion flowed freely and we shared many experiences and thoughts about helping parents and children communicate successfully. I was also impressed in how well prepared Dinalynn was for our podcast. She had come up with very informative questions to discuss child emotional development and parent-child communication at different stages of child development.

    I would recommend Dinalynn hig... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dsmarc
    United States8 months ago
  • A warm, helpful podcast for parents! 🌷

    I’m a mom with a 3-year-old son living in Taipei. Although there are many well-trained speech pathologists here, it’s hard to find accessible and supportive social media resources for parents like me.

    Dinalynn’s podcast has truly helped me learn how to play with my child in a fun, meaningful way. Her positive energy and thoughtful advice always make me feel encouraged. Thank you for creating this wonderful podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pinkaintaiwan
    Taiwan9 months ago

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Listeners praise the host for being well-prepared and supportive of parents.
Listeners frequently mention the host's warm, approachable interviewing style.
Guests and episodes are described as informative and empowering for both parents and educators.
Parents value practical, actionable tips they can apply immediately.

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273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: How do you handle a classroom moment when a student shifts the topic or goes off on a related tangent?
I bring the topic back around by inviting related personal experiences and then guiding the conversation back to the target concept, turning a potential tangent into richer language opportunities.
273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: What is an example from your teaching that shows how music expands vocabulary in a natural way?
Songs like Three Is a Magic Number introduce families and roles while embedding multiple vocabulary concepts, and teachers can pause, discuss the words, and connect them to books or stories to deepen understanding.
273 Margot Bevington: Can Music Help Kids Acquire Language?
Q: Can you explain how music slows down language and why that helps kids learn?
Music provides rhythm, repetition, and predictable patterns that slow down language, giving the brain time to process sounds and map them to meanings, which helps with acquisition and memory, especially for children who learn differently.
274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber
Q: How do you start integrating these practices into a busy family life?
He suggests establishing daily protocols like six minutes of deep breathing, box or coherent breathing, a cold exposure habit, and a worry window. The key is consistency, planning ahead, and modeling calm behavior for children, while making space for the nervous system to reset.
274 Self-Regulation for Parents: Why Taking Care of Yourself Isn't Selfish, with Coach Brandon Barber
Q: Tell me how you do that, Brandon.
Brandon explains there are two paths: you can experience pain or you can suffer, and pain becomes meaningful when you frame it as growth and contribution. He emphasizes turning personal struggles into opportunities to serve others and create a lasting impact, which reduces suffering and builds resilience.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Language of Play

What is The Language of Play about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, brain-based strategies to support children's speech, language development, and listening skills through everyday play and parent-child interactions. Episodes frequently cover literacy foundations, language processing, behavior as communication, and strategies to reduce tantrums and power struggles—often narrated through a speech-language pathologist host with real-world coaching tips for parents and educators. A notable strength is its clear, actionable guidance tailored to a broad spectrum of kids—from late talkers and neurodivergent children to bilingual learners—using short, doable episodes that emphasize connection, routine, and gentle coaching. The format excels at translating clinical concepts into at-ho... more

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2. Margot Bevington
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4. Tracie Rieder
5. Emily Cadiz
6. Luba Patlakh
7. Sarah James
8. Tamara Tuckson

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