This week, Riley's vocabulary expanded by at LEAST 15 words! It seems like he knew these words all along, and is just now able to literally voice them. He copies just about every word Cameron says, and he's starting to put words to many of his actions! Mrs. Margaret, Riley's speech therapist, has really been able to connect with Riley on a deep level! She's catalyzed something in my boy that has made him so excited about learning and using his words. He loves her dearly. He's full of hugs and kisses for her during the entire session. Riley ran and gave her a HUGE hug, even before she even walked in the door today. She didn't even have time to put her stuff down to hug him back! At first I thought he was just trying to use his charm to get what he wanted without having to speak. But I'm realizing, that's not the case. At least it's not now. Riley genuinely loves his time with "teacher", and he knows that she loves her time with him!
Riley ALSO started using the word "NO" this week. Although it has been a little irritating to hear, I am so encouraged that he KNOWS how to say it, when to say it, and what it means. That's one word I'll never have to work on him with! He's got it down!!
This week, I'm going to work with Riley on using words to distinguish between 2 choices. My hopes are that by next week, I'll be able to ask him if he wants "juice or water", and he'll be able to speak his choice instead of only pointing to it! He's already doing a great job.
This week was a great week. It is sooo awesome to be able to watch Riley's progress. I'm so proud of my sweet boy!
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That's great, Lauren! I'm always so amazed at how Raquel's speech therapist is able to pull so many words out of her. They truly are amazing people. We are so fortunate to have their help, especially with our kids at such a young age. Go Riley!
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