I've Got This Kid Podcast
Enhancing parent-child relationships by answering questions from real parents offering real solutions for speech, language, and play development.
Episodes
16 hours ago
Welcome to "The Parent Playbook" on IGTK!
16 hours ago
16 hours ago
Hey there, world changers! 👋 I’m Dr. Cherina Williams—licensed SLP, homeschooling mom of two, wife of one, and your go-to guide for all things speech, language, play, development, and parent education. 🧠💬 Whether you're a parent, caregiver, or fellow clinician, this is your space for practical tips, real talk, and expert strategies to empower you and your family.
In today’s episode, we’re unlocking the secrets to parent success through early intervention. 🤔 Imagine becoming your child’s biggest ally—not just a bystander but a fully-equipped partner in their development journey. Sound good? Stick around!
📢 But first—if you missed last week’s episode on "Finding the Perfect Fit SLP," hit pause, give it a listen, and share it with a friend! Trust me, it’s packed with eye-opening insights you don’t want to miss.
Now, let’s dive into today’s topic: How SLPs educate and empower parents for success. We’ll explore:
✅ Why knowledge is your greatest tool.✅ The multifaceted role of an SLP (spoiler: we’re basically octopuses 🐙).✅ Proven strategies to boost your child’s progress while strengthening the parent-child bond.
👉 Hit subscribe, like, and share this episode with a friend (or ten!)—because every parent deserves to feel empowered.
Don’t forget to connect with me on ivegotthiskid.com Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube for more actionable insights!
🌟 Let’s turn those challenges into game-changing wins together. 🌟
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
How to Choose the Best Speech Therapist for Your Family?
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Wednesday Nov 06, 2024
Podcast Description: Join Dr. Cherina Williams, aka “Dr. C,” on the IGTK Podcast as she shares expert advice on choosing the best Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) for your family. In this episode, Dr. C covers how to identify your child’s speech needs, find the right therapy approach, and navigate payment options like insurance and HSA/FSA. Whether you're new to speech therapy or looking to improve your current plan, this episode offers practical tips for parents to support their child's language development.
Website www.IveGotThisKid.com
#SpeechTherapy #SLP #ChildDevelopment #SpeechDelay #ParentingTips #LanguageDevelopment #SpecialNeedsParenting #TherapySupport #ParentEducation #Homeschooling #SpeechAndLanguage
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Policy Vs Advocacy
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
Sunday Jan 16, 2022
In this quick snippet, Cherina will answer how policy is different from advocacy. Knowing the difference can make all the world of difference!
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
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Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Debunking Myths? Tell Me the Truth About Hyperlexia.
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
Sunday Dec 26, 2021
In this episode, Cherina will debunk myths and questions for parents who have a sugar with hyperlexic traits. Listening to Episode 91: “What Is Hyperlexia?” will help uncover the mystery associated with this phenomenon.
Where Cherina Found This Stuff (Sources):
Bainbridge, C. (2020). Recognizing hyperlexia in children. https://www.verywellfamily.com/hyperlexia-definition-and-diagnosis-1449188
Robertson, S. B. (2019). Hiding in plain sight: Text comprehension, hyperlexia, and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Perspectives of the ASHA SIG, 4, 438-446. doi:org/10.1044/2019_PERS-SIG1-2018-0024
Treffert, D. A. (2011). Hyperlexia III: Separating ‘Autistic-like’ behaviors from autistic disorder; Assessing children who read early or speak late. WMJ : official publication of the State Medical Society of Wisconsin, 110(6), 281–287.
For You! Parent Online Resources:
Wisconsin Medical Society and Foundation
www.savantsyndrome.com
The Treffert Center
www.ssmhealth.com/treffert-center
More For You! Books to Consider:
Hyperlexia Manual: A Guide to Children Who Read Early
Authors: David Treffert, MD, Karen Bartelt, OTP, Beth Dardis, SLP & Bryan Mischler, CAPSW
Late Talking Children
Author: Thomas Sowell
The Einstein Syndrome
Author: Thomas Sowell
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Is My Sugar Hyperlexic Based On What I See?
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
Sunday Dec 19, 2021
In this episode, Cherina will answer the question...”Is My Sugar Hyperlexic?” by breaking what hyperlexia is, what it ain’t, what is associated with it, when to seek therapy and strategies for support.
Where Cherina Found This Stuff (Sources):
Bainbridge, C. (2020). Recognizing hyperlexia in children. https://www.verywellfamily.com/hyperlexia-definition-and-diagnosis-1449188
Robertson, S. B. (2019). Hiding in plain sight: Text comprehension, hyperlexia, and adolescents with autism spectrum disorder. Perspectives of the ASHA SIG, 4, 438-446. doi:org/10.1044/2019_PERS-SIG1-2018-0024
Treffert, D. A. (2011). Hyperlexia III: Separating ‘Autistic-like’ behaviors from autistic disorder; Assessing children who read early or speak late. WMJ : official publication of the State Medical Society of Wisconsin, 110(6), 281–287.
For You! Parent Online Resources:
Wisconsin Medical Society and Foundation
www.savantsyndrome.com
The Treffert Center
www.ssmhealth.com/treffert-center
More For You! Books to Consider:
Hyperlexia Manual: A Guide to Children Who Read Early
Authors: David Treffert, MD, Karen Bartelt, OTP, Beth Dardis, SLP & Bryan Mischler, CAPSW
Late Talking Children
Author: Thomas Sowell
The Einstein Syndrome
Author: Thomas Sowell
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Sunday Dec 12, 2021
Cherina‘s Favorite Things
Sunday Dec 12, 2021
Sunday Dec 12, 2021
You’ve got questions, Cherina’s got answers! Learn which 15 toys and activities are her favorite, how to use them and why we use them with our sugars! All you need is an imagination, creativity and a heart willing to engage. You don’t wanna miss this!
Bubbles recipe:
4 cups Water
1/2 cup Dish soap (dawn works best)
1/2 cup sugar
Heat water up, add sugar in.
Add dish soap
Let sit for one day before use
Store in an airtight container
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Why Write A Book About Play?
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
Sunday Dec 05, 2021
In this episode, Cherina will answer the question, “Why write a book about play?” World changers, you will change how you view play, why it should be incorporated into your daily routine and why you are the best tool for your sugar. Cherina will share everything this book is equipped to do to help you connect to your child in a real way.
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
Sunday Nov 21, 2021
In this episode, Cherina will tackle the taboo topic of team members not getting along when it comes to your sugars care, your role and how to get everyone on the same page. Don’t allow conflict to hinder your sugars’ progress.
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Pre order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
Can’t We All Just Get Along...Sibling Exclusion from Play
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
Sunday Nov 14, 2021
In this episode, Cherina will tackle why sugar may be getting excluded from play, steps you can take to get everyone on the same page, and methods for inclusion. You will be challenged, while laughing in this great episode!
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Pre order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
Amazon
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Can’t We All Just Get Along...Sibling Jealousy
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
Saturday Nov 06, 2021
In this episode, find out how sibling jealousy can dampen the peace in the home. Learn strategies and techniques to get everyone talking, engaged, and on the path of peace. Don’t let sibling jealousy hinder your home! Tune in.
Website
www.ivegotthiskid.com
Download my free e-book “Maintaining a Healthy You” at:
https://www.ivegotthiskid.com/books
Pre order the book "Watch Me - Connecting To Your Child Through Play” at:
Amazon
Find a local Speech Therapist
https://www.asha.org
Socials
Join our Facebook group for weekly tips and tools:Cherina WilliamsInstagram
@IveGotThisKid_Podcast@CherinaWilliamSLP
Twitter
CherinaWilliam1
LinkedIn
Cherina Williams
Youtube
I've Got This Kid