Speech Therapy 6 Month Update - Speech Delay Difference? | SJ STRUM
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Finn is 5 and has been in speech therapy for 6 months. Here's his progress with a severe speech delay; this issue is very emotional for me and has been my biggest anxiety for years. I'm so happy he's in private speech and language therapy now; this is a success story. I can't believe I'm saying that as we've had dark days; but I can hear the difference and believe this now can be overcome. SJ x
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this is the most heart-warming video ive ever seen! he's doing so incredibly well
Gabriella ♡ ah thanks gabby; he’s so chuffed with himself - it’s just the cutest thing as he wants to chat non stop 😍😍
I am in graduate school for Speech Language Pathology currently, and to hear Finn's progress at the end of the video is just so fantastic and impressive!!! He should be so proud of himself, he sounds wonderful ❤️ I love watching your videos on his speech, so fun to see his amazing progress!
anni10156 ah that means so much coming from you; I’m sure you know already but your job will change lives 💕💕💕
I got a bit emotional hearing him say Evelina and Freddie ❤️
He literally only just started saying Evelina the last couple of weeks. It's so amazing to hear xxx
Oh my gosh!!! That makes my heart so happy!!! I'm in tears!!! As a mom of a special needs boy I know what you're feeling. Way to go Finn isn't enough!!!
Jen Reed it’s so special to see their achievements isn’t it; I’m just so excited for him and I was so excited to share his speech as I know how much it would have helped me to hear someone else xxxxx
@@SJ_Strum Even at the beginning of the video Finn was better at talking than my son Jackson at five. He didn't really answer questions at all until he was around 8 so he wouldn't have answered any of those questions you were asking Finn, but he'd randomly comment on something he saw like a helicopter saying helicopter perfectly even though he'd only say one word a day when he was 3 and at five he was pretty much still like that. At 12 he chatters your ear off though. He didn't seem to understand what a question was until he was 8 for some reason and just wouldn't respond to them. He has an autism diagnosis though.
Ah that's so nice to hear he's chatty now; autism is a tough diagnosis. Thanks so much for watching x@@gurutruecrimeguru1405
OMG SJ - I cried so much when he got all the words so right :'-) Bless him xx
Emily Norris ah thanks so much Emily!! Just watching this back and I’m so proud of him xx
My younger brother had partial hearing loss from getting Rubella as a baby, and as such had quite severe speech delay as we didn't realise he had hearing loss until he was about 3. After many years of speech therapy he was enrolled in kindergarten. I can now say he's 19, has a better vocabulary and pronunciation than most people, is at university studying urban planning, and is doing fantastically well. I remember how hard he found it and we as a family found it in the earlier years, but with the help of speech therapy and also doing a lot of early childhood music lessons - to help connect sound and his brain better, his delayed speech became a non issue entirely. You should be so proud of Finn! It will definitely keep improving and getting better to the point where his speech will probably be better than other kids in his class at school I imagine!
Ah that's the best story ever!! I really hope it's out story one day; I didn't believe it for us until now but I think he's getting there so quickly xxx
He’s so beautiful. Thank heaven for mommies like you. I’m so glad to have found this channel. While searching for baby names actually.
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I worked as a support worker for children with all sorts to language /special needs so hearing your little one talk so well at the end has actually melted my heart 🤗
Thanks so much for making this video. I have a 5 year old with a language delay and he has been in speech therapy for close to 2 years now. He has come a long way, and it's great to look back and see how much progress has been made. I remember also thinking that it will be a quick process, and it has been hard, emotional but rewarding at the same time. Like you I get really emotional when I speak about it. Thanks again, it's nice to see and hear from other moms with similar fears. I wish someone will just reassure me that everything is going to be all right.
I'm a speech and language therapist and I loved this video. Finn has made so much progress! It's wonderful to see. 😃
I was crying with you SJ , Finn is so sweet xxx
This story just melts my heart. He is an absolutely perfect little boy and he has loads to be proud of, as do you.
You brought tears to my eyes SJ, Finn is such a little fighter! I look forward to more updates in the future 💕💕
Thanks so so much Gemma xx
I cried happy tears. So sweet. Thank you for sharing this.
I’ve been following you for a while now and I’m so proud of Finn for his improvements, I can’t wipe the smile off my face. Well done to this little blonde soldier ❤️❤️
Ahhhh yes!!!!! thanks so much Jemma xxxxxx
This is just what I needed to watch, my son is 2 years and 3 months and we are just going through the process and massively feeling the pressure from his pre school for him to talk and it’s hard. Well done to Finn and to you, you can see the pride shine out of both of you 😍😍😍
Ah I've been there and it's tough; but at some point the process works. Just be kind to yourself as it's not your fault xxx
SJ Strum thank you so much for replying xx
As a speechie, this makes me so happy! It's so positive to see Finn's progress in just 6 months, and it's obvious this would not have been possible without your perseverance and hard work. Keep up the amazing efforts!
Thanks so so much Yvonne xx
The development is honestly amazing!
Ah Amy thank you from the bottom of my heart xx
SJ Strum my little brother was born with a cleft lip and palate and had speech therapy when he was younger. The work they do is honestly incredible. It will be a long journey but he will get there ☺️
SJ this is such an amazing and inspiring video. I’m so proud of you and Finn, what an awesome outcome. You will both be stronger for it 💪 xx
Thanks so much Bronte; I'm beyond proud of him xx
This is one of the most genuine videos I’ve ever seen. Your face when Finn speaks lights up and the positivity shines through! He is an absolute delight! Well done Finn 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Leanne Stewart ah thank you Leanne x
Go Finn!! And go Mummy! That is so brilliant and wonderful to see. ❤️
This is the sweetest video I’ve ever watched SJ, Finn is doing so so well it’s remarkable!!! You must just be elated. I had tears in my eyes it made me so happy for you and your family ❤️
I am!!! I just can't believe my ears when he talks now! x
Oh my goodness his speech is amazing! I’m so proud of him! 🥰❤️❤️❤️
Thanks so much Grace; I've read him all the comments and he's so determined now x
Between his progress and your palpable excitement, I don't know if it's possible to watch this without getting emotional! You're a lovely mum and it shows. ❤
I'm just beyond proud and i've read him all these comments and he's so happy!! xxx
Well Done Finn, what a fabulous achievement for him, and for you, proud mummy! Xx
I'm so chuffed for him x
This is so heart-warming❤ as I have twin boys who I do believe have speech delay and although I am still in denial I know something has to be done as they are due to start school at the end of the year. They are at nursery, and their speech is coming along, but they still won't really engage in a conversation about anything specific, and sometimes I think they do not fully understand when asked a question😢
Finn is the sweetest little boy ever!
Thanks Ellie x
Wow, I am totally blown away with Finn's progress.
I could hear everything he said perfectly well.
You must be overjoyed.
Well done you for being such a great mum and cheering him on and getting him the help he needed.
Keep up the good work Finn.
So much love to you all xx
Wow, I really, really, needed to see this. My daughter has just turned three and has been referred for SaLT by her nursery. I was very against it as I didn't see any issues compared to how our six year old was at her age. We have had two appointments and on hearing them assess her it is evident that she uses the back of her mouth for sounds rather than the front, she struggles with F,S,T,V etc. I feel very emotional and protective over it all and have questioned myself on whether I should have picked anything up sooner. I am also feeling like this will be one very long struggle, my daughter gets frustrated when we do the activities, as to her - she is saying the sound correctly and at that point I struggle as I don't want to push her. Hearing how much your son has come on in just six months is inspiring. We are considering a private SaLT if we don't feel progress is being made after 4 months. Thank you xxxxx
Elaine x ah Elaine you’re exactly like us: in my other videos I talk about it a bit more. It’s very hard to know if it’s normal, a bit of a delay or something more serious. They told me they would only have started therapy at age 3 anyway; so don’t worry about the last few years at all - they only asses them until they are 3 then they start. Xxxx
@@SJ_Strum Thank you lovely. That's reassuring to hear. I have watched a few of your previous videos but not in any structured order, I think I need to go back and watch them in a bit more detail. Well done for your perseverance and I can totally see just how much pride you have when Finn speaks now xx
I am early childhood specialist and I know how hard it is for parents to see their children needing assistance; some even give up because they can’t bear it. Whats harder than giving up, though, is to stare your own anxiety & fear in the face & move forward for the sake of your child. And you have truly reaped the rewards; Finn has made absolutely amazing progress and it took one strong protective mama to open that door for him! Way to go, Finn and SJ too! 😁💕
You're so right' it's very emotional and I think I found a speech therapist who understood that and helped me so much. What a lush job you have; xxxxx
I have a 11 year old son who has the same type of delay. Prayers for you sweet mummy! I am here to tell you that we thought our son would never talk correctly, would never put his lips together or blow a bubble. And now, he never ever stops talking! Finn will do great!
Ah Barbi thank you xxxx
That is truly amazing SJ. I know as a mom of a girl with severe social anxiety how it breaks your heart to see them struggle. I can only imagine your joy with Finns incredible progress. Now that he believes he can do it the sky is the limit 💗💗💗
that's so so true Mary; I just cannot wait !!
Finn is AMAZING...what an incredible little boy & now the world gets to hear a voice as sweet as his face! all the love for you guys ✨
Oh that made me cry - thank you Rachael xxx
Omg so emotional. Had me in tears. Well done little man xx
Thanks so much for watching Debbie x
Finn is so cute and his speech has improved so much! You must be one proud mummy
He is the sweetest kid ever! He’s progress is unbelievable! We are all really proud! 💕
Ahhhh I think so Keto xxxxxx
Oh honey, I have tears of Joy running down my face! Finn you are doing great! Look at his beautiful little face so confident and proud! S.J. this is your best video. I know you are giving wonderful hope to all who are struggling with speech problems with their children. I am so happy for Finn and your family. Lots of love and hugs to you both.
Cheri Green ah thank you Cheri; I can’t believe how lucky we are to be the ones able to show results!!!! I’ve watched so many videos and wished that we could get through this; and now I feel like he’s doing amazingly. Xxxx
This made me cry! Serious proud mummy moment and what a gorgeous boy!! He's done amazingly - well done Finn (and mummy). Keep up the good work xx
Thanks so so much Georgina; honestly I'm so grateful you listened; I've felt bad about it for so long x
I'm so amazed. The progress Finn has made in such a short time is incredible. You must be incredibly proud SJ. I'm just so happy for you, and for you to just go for it with the speech therapy was so brave and admirable. Finn is such a bright light. It's strange to say but I feel just so proud of him (and you) I cant wait to hear the next speech update. Amazing.
Well this made me cry. He is doing so great! You must be so proud 😍 I remember when Cullen finally started making words and it just is the best feeling in the world! Xoxo
Drakes Nest ahhh it’s so crazy isn’t it!!! Just hearing him; it’s amazing xxx
He's doing so well!!
Nodding along to all of this, my daughter is 3 and a half and can't say her own name either. It's such a weight lifted to find this and hear your journey and not feel so alone. Thank you so much Xx
Wow! He is truly amazing as are you, SJ!
Ah thank you mellissa xx
Superstar mummy! 🌟Well done to Fin. He got there because of all the support you have given him. He's just a lovely boy.
Thank you Dee x
Finn has progressed so much! He is such an incredible little boy. It made me a little emotional to hear the changes from what he sounded like before to what he sounds like now. He is amazing. Well done, Finn 💓
Amazing!! When you told the story of him in the car saying FINN, I am Finn, I got teary eyed. He is such a brave and wonderful little boy
Ah he's just so determined x
Way to go Finn!!! You both should be very proud! It takes a lot of work and Finn seems to have put everything he’s got into this and look how beautiful he communicates now
Ah he's so happy! xxxx
Oh my heart. What a sweet, sweet boy and lovely moment captured of you both at the end. Truly lovely 💕 x
Ah thanks Hannah x
Genuinely emotional to see how far he has come in such a short space of time! Absolutely amazing. You must be so proud SJ. What a wonderful Mummy you are xxxx
Thanks so so much Jen x
I’m stunned by the similarities between your son and my daughter. How you described the way you felt about realizing the challenges he was going to go through is exactly how I feel with my daughter. This has been so encouraging ❤️
Oh that's so good to know xxx
I'm a speech therapist . He's doing great! Strong little Boy :)
He is just so lovely!! What an improvement he has made!! Great job Finn, and great job for being such an amazing mom, SJ!!
aw he’s such a sweet, happy and kind little lad 🥰
I’m crying happy tears!! He has come such a long way and he is such a happy and adorable little boy. It’s only up from here🎉💜
Ah thank you so so much Lucy x
My almost 3 year old son, Noah, is starting speech therapy in the new year and I’m really excited but also nervous. Couldn’t help getting emotional watching this video but you’ve made me feel much better about the whole situation. Well done Finn x
Ah it will go so well; it doesn't happen fast but it will get there xxx
Oh my goodness. You two are just the CUTEST EVER. I was crying when he was counting.
I'm so proud of him xxx
First of all, Finn is doing so great! After only 6 months I’m so impressed!
You are really brave for opening up about this, and I’m sure this is going to help so many other moms out there.
Thank you so much; I think I'd have liked to hear this. It's so tough to start something and worry is a killer x
Aw this had me in tears 😭 so proud of him and you for staying strong through it all he is a star. I have worried about my youngest for a while he is 22 months and only says around 6 words but they are all expressions like oh, ow, wow, uh oh, everyone keeps telling me he will just get it but I am worried that he should be further ahead with talking by now. Hopefully we can get some help if he needs it like Finn did xx
Ah Emma it's a tough thing to address; I hope you have a breakthrough with it. Maybe ask the health visitor as the waiting lists are so long x
AMAZING!!!!! What an incredible boy! Well done Finn!!!!!! Xxxxxxxxx and we’ll done SJ! You deserve to chuffed!!!! I’m pinching the sky for you! Xxxx
Ah thanks so so much Rebecca x
Awww SJ I just cried watching this happy tears, having children with additional needs is an emotional rollercoaster, you are both fantastic as you said it's a very hard job to navigate the minefield of anything to do with additional needs and you can see how proud he is of himself and so he should be, fantastic progress. Well done xxx
Ah thank you Shell; I'm just so proud and it's the beginning of the end of a long rough road xx
I'm so emotional right now. I've told how much Finn inspires me to fight against anxiety and how a instastory of him was so important to me on a very difficult day. Totally different problems, different ages, different needs, but your little boy can help and teach so many people about perseverance that's for sure. What a mummy moment, SJ ! What a mummy moment...and Finn, we are all SO proud of you sweethart and you're doing absolutely GREAT ! Hands down to you and Henrik for being lovely and patient parentes, I'm really happy for your happiness. And like this vídeo couldn't get any cuter...Freddie and his dimples...I can't. Happy new Year, SJ xx
Ah Leticia; thanks so much xxxxxx
OMG sj, wow! Look how far he’s come! Crying watching this whole video. You’ve all done amazing xxxxx
What a gorgeous boy. Amazing progress! You are a fabulous Mum SJ, what a wonderful family ❤
Thank you Jody-Leigh xx
Oh that made me cry SJ! What an achievement for Finn! Well done X
Ah thank you Tamsin x
So amazing! Well done, Finn! He is just the sweetest, loveliest boy & what hard work he’s put in- so much admiration for him! Lovely mummy & son- you’re both so strong & must be so proud of him 💕💖 thanks for sharing, SJ- love your honesty & kindness & wonderful channel xx
Ah Natasha - thanks so so much x
Oh my God! I really love you! I only watched a few vidos but you guys are so sweet and loving. I wish you the greatest luck and goodwill! ❤️❤️❤️
Ah thank you xxxxx
In tears (and I never comment on videos), fabulous, just fabulous xxx
Susan Robinson ah thank you Susan; I’m so proud of him xxxx
What an amazing boy. You should be so proud of him and yourself. Lovely family xxx
What a clever little boy his face beams when he talks, as does yours! I know Finn has put all that hard work in with the speech therapist but so have you SJ I can only imagine how difficult it has been, what an awesome mum you are x
Thanks so much Claire; it's been a weird time but it feels like we're in control now and we can get there x
Oh my goodness, hes amazing! Well done Finn 👍🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
Im crying through this. Ive been through a really tough time with my 5 year old with delayed speech too. I totally understand your emotional attachment ( i have been the same) Hes doing amazing also and definitely improving so much. These boys rock 🥰🥰🥰🙏🏻🙏🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
OMG they do!!!! I'm unbelievably proud of him xxx
This just made me so emotional! Congratulations Finn, you're amazing! SJ you are such a great mum and I hope to be the kind of mum you are if I'm lucky enough to have children
Ah thank you x
He is so adorable. I can't stop smiling!
Thanks Nessy x
You have made me cry with happiness for you. Well done Finn! You can achieve anything you put your mind to little prince!! I grew up with leaning delays and I am now a fully qualified Physiotherapist. I was told I wouldn’t be able to go to a “Normal” second school and yet I did and ended up with a high 2:1 at uni!! X
WOW!!!!! I feel like Finn's going to fly xxxxxxxx
Wow! Well done Finn. This made me want to cry - how amazing that he's come so far. You must be so proud. Much love xxx
I just feel so happy for him - thanks Lucy x
This made me cry!!! 😭 You go Finn!!!! 🥰 His progress is so amazing- I bet you are so proud! 🥰😇 When he said “I love it” I could’ve burst!!! Well done to you guys 💙💙
I know!!! He's probably feeling even more than I know x
Wow! What an improvement Finn!!! So clear now! What a hard working and clever boy x
Ah that makes me so happy! Thank you Zoe x
Crying over here, so proud! Go Finn!!!
Ah thanks Ciera xx
Aw he has done so well! Amazing, Made me tear up seeing how proud you are of him and so you should be. Well done to the both of you xx
Thank you Alison x
Oh Finn ❤️❤️❤️ what a superstar! Go get ‘em little man xxxx
Kate+ thanks so much Kate xxxxxx
Wow! What a huge difference, he's so much clearer. I bet his confidence is going up and up with each session. Well done Finn!
Thank you Odette x
What an amazing difference SJ! He's absolutely adorable - well done Finn!! X
Ah I'm so happy you can hear it!! xx
Oh SJ this is so wonderful! ❤️ u had tears of pure joy for you all xxx
He's awesome! Such an amazing kid! You can see the pride in himself and the love they have for each other! Go and smash it Finn. You are awesome. Mummy and daddy have such a beautiful family. And you're awesome parents. TeamFinn :) xx
I am doing my makeup to go out for New Year’s Eve and stupidly put this video on to watch at the same time...I’m in tears and my makeup has gone everywhere 🤣 I am crying with you SJ, so so happy for you and your beautiful boy. You must be one PROUD mummy 💗
Ah Em!!!! thanks so so much for watching xxxxx
This made my heart swell! 💓
This just makes me so happy and warms my heart! So happy speech therapy is working so well for Finn! ❤️❤️❤️
Ahh his speech improvement so far made me really emotional! He’s doing so well!
You must be bursting with pride!! Well done Finn!! You’re smashing it!! Xx
That was so touching. I could see how much that thrilled you. Thank you for sharing, what a wonderful story, praying for finn’s progress going forward and for his bonding with family and other kids and people of all ages now that he has the wonderful skill of speech!
Exactly! I'm just excited as feel the world really opens up to him now - thanks Anna x
😍😍😍😍awww I’m jumping up and down of happiness. I’m in tears of joy, I have a semi similar situation with my baby girl and this gives me hope. Thank you for sharing
So beautiful to watch the progress he's made - I had such a lump in my throat watching. Go Fin! 🙌
Bex Massey thanks so so much bex xxx
I never normally comment on videos but Finn is the sweetest all his hard work has so payed off xx
Molly Niblett thanks so so much molly it means so much to celebrate his successes xxx
Wow!! What an incredible improvement!! Well done to you all xxx
Thanks so much Vicki - I'm so happy you can hear it! xxx
i'm so happy for you , progress is amazing! and Finn is unbelievably cute. congratulation Finn ! great job!
Thank you maia x
Wow the tears are flowing! Finn is such a superstar. You all must be so proud and I'm so happy for you! I can't get over the difference, he's come so far in just 6 months! Our boys sound like they're at quite similar stages - Tommy is 7 and deaf though so we use sign language too which helps. So glad to hear Finn is thriving at school. It always amazes me how understanding children can be. Putting his lips together is one of the main problems my son has too so we're still trying to turn his "Toh-ee" into "Tommy". He can say the M in the alphabet but it's not quite worked into everyday speech yet! Finn's speech is definitely giving me hope! Love to you and the family xxx
Hazel Kjærsen ah thanks for all your support; I was thinking of his speech you sent me when I did this and I found it so inspiring to keep going - even when it felt so hopeless. I’m so happy we’re getting the help we needed now; signing is amazing isn’t it. You do an absolutely staggering job with those gorgeous little ones xxxxx
@@SJ_Strum gosh I just rewatched that recording, can't believe it was over a year ago! It sounds like everything is falling into place for you! Whenever I see Finn with Evelina it reminds me of our Evelina and our 2nd youngest - they're the spitting image of each other too haha! xxxxx twitter.com/hazel_rhodes1/status/1063221477032558592
definitely brought me to tears. that’s amazing. go Finn!
Ah thank you Ashley for watching xxxx
Omg love him! That's SUCH a huge improvement! What a little hero!
Thanks so much Abigail xxx
How incredible 😊 what a little star xxx
Ah thank you hon xx
I’m so happy he enjoys the lesson! I’ve applied to study medicine at uni however I was diagnosed with dyslexia when I was younger. When my mum found a tutor I wasn’t scared of and enjoyed learning with the progress was so much better. He is doing soo well!
Ah thank you Ashley; he's so proud of himself xx
I’m so emotional watching this! Well done SJ and Finn. you’ve both done great :) X
Hi SJ. I am a speech therapist with over 28 years experience and I love to see kids' speech progress and see the difference in the child and parent. It is a credit to your speech therapist but also to the hard practice that you do with Finn. Would you mind if I shared your video with others? I am currently putting together an online course for parents and classroom assistants to teach them how to achieve clear speech in 6 steps. xx
Ah thank you - yes you're welcome to share. Please do link my UA-cam Channel when you do. xx