Dinalynn Rosenbush – The Language of Play: Brave Parenting, Early Words & School-Home Teamwork

In this conversation, Michelle sits down with veteran speech-language pathologist Dinalynn Rosenbush—creator of the Language of Play podcast—to unpack what happens when an over-worked school SLP, a fired-up mom, and a “mama-gut” hunch all meet at the IEP table.

Dinalynn shares:

• School vs. private therapy—decoded.
  Why public-school SLPs have to wait for an academic “hit,” how 62-kid caseloads force group sessions, and the simple question her principal always asked: *“Is it good for kids?”*🏫
• Her high-frequency hack for apraxia.
  Ten-minute hallway “card-blitz” drills that gave one-on-one intensity—without blowing up the bell schedule. 🃏
• The power of “team emails” and fearless follow-up.
  How Michelle’s bi-weekly “Team Drake” updates model the kind of parent–therapist loop every complex kid needs. 📬
• Why early intervention beats perfect answers.
  Hear the story of a mom with a one-year-old and a brain malformation—and how saying yes to services before a rock-solid label can change the trajectory. 🌱
• Ditching the yes/no trap.
  Practical language swaps that demand real words (or signs) and open the door to bigger conversations. 💬
• Bravery isn’t optional.
  “When fear is present and you move forward anyway—that’s bravery.” What that looks like when you’re doubting your gut, juggling therapists, and rewriting bedtime to fit sensory needs. 🦸‍♀️

Whether you’re waiting on an evaluation, wondering how to actually partner with the school SLP, or just need permission to trust your intuition, Dinalynn’s 30-years of wisdom will show you how to turn everyday play into powerful speech therapy—and why no parent should have to do it alone.

👤 About Dinalynn Rosenbush

Consultant & parenting coach • 30-year public-school SLP • International best-selling author • Host of the top 1.5 % podcast The Language of Play. Dinalynn empowers parents to weave speech and language practice into ordinary routines—even when a delay is present. She lives in Minnesota near her children and grandchildren.

🔗 Connect with Dinalynn

Instagram: @dinalynnrosenbush
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dinalynn-rosenbush-b5750854
YouTube: The Language of Play

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