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Nurturing Little Voices, Growing Bright Futures

Babble & Bloom is here for families navigating the early years — especially if your child is developing differently, has big feelings, or needs support with speech, play, or regulation.

We know that most checklists and parenting guides don’t reflect the full range of neurodiverse development. That’s why we created something better — resources that meet you where you are, built by a local speech-language pathologist and behavior therapist who works with real families every day.

On this site, you’ll find:

  • Free printable guides to support language, sensory needs, emotional regulation, and behavior.

  • Gentle, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help you better understand & connect with your child.

  • Simple breakdowns of Alberta supports like Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) and Alberta Health Services (AHS), and others.

  • Toy and product recommendations that actually help with communication, play, and connection.

We’re here to give you the tools to understand & connect with your child, support their growth, and feel confident every step of the way.

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This site was created by an Edmonton born & raised speech-language pathologist with previous experience as a behavior therapist —
someone who’s spent over a decade working alongside Albertan families to support communication, connection, and everyday ups & downs.

Parent Resources

Free, easy-to-understand guides, visuals, and checklists to help you support your child’s development, navigate tricky moments, and build strong family connections. Perfect for parents in the early years, especially those raising neurodiverse kids.

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Navigating the System

Feeling lost in navigating Alberta’s support systems? You’re not alone — and you don’t have to figure it out on your own. Whether you’re waiting for a referral, wondering what’s next, or just want to understand options, this guide is here to help you feel informed, empowered & ready to advocate for your child.

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Store

A curated storefront featuring toys and tools that support language development, emotional regulation, and parent-child connection. These are the items we actually trust and use with families every day.

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Most Loved by Edmonton Families

Parent handout titled "Understanding Neurodivergent Behavior: Celebrate the Differences" with tips for supporting children aged 0-3, including strategies like joining play, respecting communication styles, celebrating strengths, supporting rather than suppressing, and asking for help when needed.
Parent handout titled "Navigating Supports for Neurodivergent Children in Alberta". It provides information on services and supports for children from birth to age three, including Public Health Nurse, Early Childhood Intervention Program, AHS Pediatric Community Rehabilitation, and Developmental Tracking Tools, with details on how they help and access methods. The document also includes funding tips and supports for children aged 18 months to three years.

Understanding
Neurodivergent Behavior

Navigating Services
in Alberta

Parent handout titled "Supporting Behavior & Self-Help Skills" for ages 0-3, with simple strategies such as breaking tasks into smaller steps, using visuals, offering praise, providing choices, and using timers, designed to support toddlers' independence and behavior management.
Parent handout titled 'Language & Speech Development Through Play' for ages 0-3, emphasizing connection over drills, with five strategies for promoting speech: talking about what the child is doing, following their lead, extending to a phrase, repeating and expanding, and using gestures or signs. Bonus tips include singing, pausing, and celebrating communication. The document focuses on natural, playful speech development.

Supporting Behavior
& Self-Help Skills

Building Language
Through Play

Parent handout titled 'What to Do While You Wait for Services,' with tips for building connection through play, use of visual supports, and model communication for young children. The guide emphasizes engaging in play, visual routines, and modeling language to support development.

How to Support Your Child While You Wait for Services

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