Let’s Connect – Sunny Start Therapies

Sunny Start Therapies

Sunny Start Therapies

Let’s Connect

Let’s Connect

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Twin Therapists 👯‍♀️
Supporting Families💛
Real-life tools for connection, communication & co-regulation
Sending ☀️ + support every step of the way!

You got this! 🙌 #screenfreeactivities #parentin

You got this! 🙌
#screenfreeactivities #parentingtips #allaboutearlyyears #speechtherapy #connectionmatters@sunnystart_therapies

This has been an absolute game changer for us. Let

This has been an absolute game changer for us. Let me know if you try it!#speechtherapytips #parenthacks #sunnystarttherapies

Because sometimes self-care looks less like bubble

Because sometimes self-care looks less like bubble baths and more like squeezing in a walk between meltdowns and snack requests. It’s doing your best to meet everyone’s needs—including your own—even when it feels impossible.If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling it all while trying to stay calm & while helping your child do the same—we see you!!! You’re not alone. We are here to support you in finding that connection within yourself and with your child… even if Mother Nature has other plans.#MomLifeUnfiltered #RealMomMoments #ThisIsMotherhood #MotherhoodInTheMess #ModernMotherhood #HonestParenting #OutdoorsWithKids #MomLifeStruggles #WindyWalksAndWipes #TinyMomWins #MessySelfCare #WalksForMySanity #MomSelfCare #RegulateToCoRegulate #SelfRegulationJourney #ParentingWithPresence #MindfulMotherhood #MomLifeBalance #JustDoingMyBest #ToddlersAndTantrums

If your child has a speech delay, your instinct mi

If your child has a speech delay, your instinct might be to comfort, protect, and step in at the first sign of struggle.
You lead with empathy, warmth, and deep care.
But sometimes, you may be so quick to help that your child misses the chance to try, wait, or express themselves on their own.
That’s where knowing your interaction style makes all the difference.
You can still offer comfort while creating space for independence and communication to grow.
✨ Take the quiz today to discover your style. Link in bio.@sunnystart_therapies#sunnystarttherapies #parentsupport #speechtherapy

You don’t need a diagnosis to deserve support.

You don’t need a diagnosis to deserve support.
You don’t need a referral to start making progress.
And you don’t need to be a “perfect” parent to be the right one for your child.💛 Support is for every parent who wants to connect, grow, and understand their child more deeply. We are here to support you!!LIKE FOLLOW SAVE
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We’re Lisa and Michelle—twin sisters, a speech

We’re Lisa and Michelle—twin sisters, a speech therapist and an occupational therapist—who’ve spent over a decade walking alongside families navigating communication and developmental challenges.
Again and again, we met parents who were doing their best… but still feeling lost. Unsure where to start. Wishing someone could guide them, too.
That’s why we created Sunny Start Therapies—a space where the whole family is supported.
Not just the child… but the parent.
✨ Our 1:1 Parent Coaching spots for summer are opening soon.
✨ Not sure where to begin? Take our free Parent Interaction Style Quiz to discover how your natural strengths shape the way you connect, communicate, and co-regulate with your child.
Your instincts matter. Your connection matters.
And you don’t have to figure it out alone. 💛
#SunnyStartTherapies #ParentSupportMatters #ParentCoaching #EarlyIntervention #ParentingWithConfidence #SpeechTherapySupport #OccupationalTherapySupport

👋 and we’re here to help!LIKE SAVE FOLLOW

👋 and we’re here to help!LIKE SAVE FOLLOW ☀️
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@sunnystart_therapies
@sunnystart_therapies

Try these tips and let us know how it goes. Small

Try these tips and let us know how it goes. Small changes=big growth!LIKE SAVE FOLLOW ☀️
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@sunnystart_therapies#speechtherapyideas #speechtherapy #speechtherapytips #sunnystarttherapies #earlyintervention

Give your child the gift of TIME. After a questi

Give your child the gift of TIME.
After a question or comment, silently count to 5.
They may surprise you with a word, a look, or a gesture.
Less rush. More room.
#SunnyStartTherapies #EarlyIntervention #ParentingTips #HelpingFamiliesThrive #speechtherapyathome #speechtherapy #speechtherapyactivities

What the research says loud and clear: 🧠 Langua

What the research says loud and clear:
🧠 Language needs interaction.
📱 Screens can crowd that out.But it’s not about quitting tech completely—it’s about balance.
Let’s talk about how in Part 3.👇 Share with a fellow parent who’s navigating screen time decisions.#LanguageDevelopment #MindfulScreenTime #SunnyStartTherapies #ParentEducation #EarlyInterventionMatters #ConnectionMatters

I thought I had to be…The overly prepared, alw

I thought I had to be…The overly prepared, always-structured mom.
The one with the perfect plan, seamless routines and predictable follow-through. The parent that got it right.I second-guessed my instincts.
Tried to parent like someone else.
Thought I was doing it wrong.And in the process, I lost my presence in the moment.
I stopped trusting myself.Until I realized…
The way I naturally connect with my child isn’t something to fix.
It’s something to understand and build from. I am the parent my child needs.Once I started leaning into that, everything shifted.
More connection.
Less pressure.
More of me.Over time, I’ve noticed that many of the parents I work with feel the same way.
They’re showing up with so much love, but still questioning themselves and don’t always see the strengths they bring to the table.If that’s you… please hear this:
You’re not doing it wrong.Sometimes, all it takes is seeing your natural strengths with fresh eyes.That’s why we created the Parent Interaction Style Quiz, to help you understand the way you connect, and how that shapes your child’s development in powerful ways.Because you are enough.
And the way you show up, especially in the hard moments, matters more than you know.

Can you relate to this?If you’re a parent want

Can you relate to this?If you’re a parent wanting to help your child communicate or co regulate- you’re in the right place💛👋 We’re Lisa and Michelle—twin sisters, therapists, and yep… total Teacher-style parents.
We’re always narrating, guiding, and turning everyday moments into mini lessons.
(Maybe it’s the therapist in us!)But we’ve also learned that connection comes before correction—and sometimes just being present is more powerful than teaching.We’d love to know—what’s your parent interaction style?
Take the quiz and comment below to share yours!#ParentInteractionStyle #SunnyStartTherapies #speechmom #otmom #twintherapists #pediatricspeechtherapy #pediatricoccupationaltherapy

Boost your child’s language without saying a wor

Boost your child’s language without saying a word. ⬇️Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do for your child’s language development…
is to pause.When we slow down, wait, and follow their lead even if their “response” is just a look, a gesture, or a sound. give them space to process, engage, and respond. This will create more meaningful interactions. #FollowTheirLead #SunnyStartTherapies #ConnectionBeforeCorrection #ParentingTips #LanguageDevelopment #EarlyInterventionMatters #twintherapists #twinsofinstagram #speechtherapy

Let’s face it some days being a parent is just h

Let’s face it some days being a parent is just hard. Just like our kids, some days we struggle with emotional regulation and overwhelm.
To the parent navigating speech delays or sensory sensitivities I know some days can be especially hard. You’re holding it together for everyone, and trying to meet everyone’s needs… and it’s a lot.I see you.It’s not easy, but you keep showing up. Don’t forget to show up for yourself too.Taking 30 seconds to breathe, stretch, or calm your nervous system isn’t selfish—it’s powerful.
It’s regulation.
It’s modeling.
It’s connection.And sometimes, that one moment for you is exactly what helps you show up for them.
💛#WellnessWednesday #ParentingWithSupport #SpeechTherapySupport #YouMatterToo #SunnyStartTherapies #twintherapists

✨ What if the way you naturally connect is shapi

✨ What if the way you naturally connect is shaping more than you think?Interactions with your child aren’t just sweet moments — they’re powerful ones.Every time you engage with your child, you’re not only building a bond…
You’re shaping how they learn language, how they understand others, and how they make sense of the world around them. 🌍When you begin to understand your unique interaction style, everything shifts.You start seeing the everyday moments for what they really are — chances to connect, communicate, and grow together. 💛Want to discover your style and how it supports your child’s development?
✨ Take the Parent Interaction Style Quiz — link in bio.#ParentingWithConnection #LanguageDevelopment #EarlyParenting #ParentChildBond #InteractionMatters #ParentingSupport #SpeechTherapyAtHome #ConsciousParenting #ParentingTips #SunnyStartTherapies #EverydayConnection #BuildingCommunication #Coregulation

Peekaboo might seem simple… but it’s actually

Peekaboo might seem simple… but it’s actually a masterclass in connection. 👀✨Here’s why this classic game is one of our all-time favorites for boosting early communication:💬 It teaches back-and-forth interaction
👀 It builds joint attention
🤗 It supports anticipation, memory, and engagement
🧠 And yes—it lays the foundation for languageEvery time you pause… then say “BOO!”
Every time your child giggles in delight…
You’re doing so much more than playing.
You’re teaching how to connect and communicate.💛 It starts here. In these joyful, everyday moments.#PeekabooPower #SunnyStartTherapies #SpeechTherapyTips #ParentChildConnection #EarlyLanguageDevelopment #EverydayTherapy #ConnectionBeforeCorrection #SLPmom #PlayIsLearning #parentsofinstagram #toddler

Peekaboo might seem simple… but it’s actually

Peekaboo might seem simple… but it’s actually a masterclass in connection. 👀✨Here’s why this classic game is one of our all-time favorites for boosting early communication:💬 It teaches back-and-forth interaction
👀 It builds joint attention
🤗 It supports anticipation, memory, and engagement
🧠 And yes—it lays the foundation for languageEvery time you pause… then say “BOO!”
Every time your child giggles in delight…
You’re doing so much more than playing.
You’re teaching how to connect and communicate.💛 It starts here. In these joyful, everyday moments.#PeekabooPower #SunnyStartTherapies #SpeechTherapyTips #ParentChildConnection #EarlyLanguageDevelopment #EverydayTherapy #ConnectionBeforeCorrection #SLPmom #PlayIsLearning #parentsofinstagram #toddler

☀️ Playgroup is coming! We’re so excited to

☀️ Playgroup is coming!
We’re so excited to welcome local families back for a summer of songs, play, and meaningful connection. 💛Join us for a free, inclusive playgroup designed to support language, movement, and parent-child interaction—led by twin therapists who truly get it.🗓️ Spots are limited and are filling quickly—be sure to sign up early to save your place! Link in comments.✨ We can’t wait to see you there.

Want more words from your child? ⬇️Follow th

Want more words from your child? ⬇️Follow their lead in play instead of directing it. When they’re engaged, they’re more likely to talk!Connection first, language second!
#sunnystarttherapies #earlyintervention #parentingtips #childdevelopment #speechtherapy #helpingfamiliesthrive #developmentalmilestones #parentingwithpurpose #playbasedlearning

It might just look like a dizzying game of peekabo

It might just look like a dizzying game of peekaboo.. what’s actually happening: the foundation for language development ➡️ shared connection 💛Baby girl loves a good chair spin, so this is one of the ways we love to connect. If she asks me to sit and spin, however…not happening 🤢Want to learn about your own parent interaction style comment “style”

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