4 Keys to Communication With Your Children

It is probably an irreversible trend: an increasing number of young children have access to technology, including smartphones, tablets, and MP3 players. Just a few short years ago, it was teenagers who were consumed by their cell phones to the frustration of their parents. Now, many toddlers are already logging serious tech screen time. Even the youngest children are often able to expertly navigate tech devices.

May is Better Hearing and Speech Month, the perfect time to make communication a priority. If you have any concerns about your child's speech and language skills, visit http://identifythesigns.org to learn more and seek an assessment from a certified speech-language pathologist.

Many parents are concerned about the impact this technology will have on their children. Yet, there is no getting around the fact that these devices have become a big part of modern life. Parents rely on them in many ways and their kids have followed suit.

by Judith L. Page, read more in www.parentguidenews.com/Articles