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Dr. Tiffany
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Join me for weekly discussions about ALL things education...from preschool through high school! As a mom, Speech Language Pathologist, and educator, I share my personal experiences related to each week's topic in relatable and informative ways.  My message about education is powerful: Reflecting on what is and making waves to cause change!

  1. 21H AGO

    If You Could Choose Any School… What Would You Choose?

    Most families don’t pick a school, they inherit it. We enroll where the boundary lines tell us to enroll, then we try to make our child fit the system even when the system does not fit our child. I want to flip that script and start with a simpler, more powerful question: what environment helps my child learn best? We walk through the real-world pros and cons of today’s education options, including traditional public school, private school, micro schools, self-directed learning, online and virtual school, homeschooling, Montessori and mixed-age classrooms, and performing arts schools. You’ll hear what each model tends to do well, where families get surprised, and the practical “fit” questions that matter most: structure versus flexibility, pacing, social overwhelm, hands-on learning, access to services, executive functioning demands, and how much parent involvement a choice truly requires. The takeaway is not that one model wins, but that every model carries a philosophy, and alignment is often the difference between thriving and merely surviving. I also don’t leave teachers out. When educators feel matched to their environment, students feel it too, and when the match is off, everyone pays the price. If you’ve been wondering whether a change would help your child, or you simply want to advocate with more clarity, this conversation will give you language, options, and confidence to explore what’s possible. Subscribe for more Tuesday Talks, share this with a parent or teacher who needs it, and leave a review with your biggest takeaway or the school model you’re considering next. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    38 min

  2. APR 21

    From Cries to First Words: Building Speech & Language from Day One

    Your baby is communicating right now, even if you haven’t heard a single “real” word yet. This week, Dr. Tiffany walks through what infant speech and language development actually looks like from birth to 12 months, so you can stop guessing and start noticing the small signals that matter: crying patterns, eye contact, cooing, babbling, name response, gestures, imitation, and those first emerging words. We break the milestones into clear age ranges (0 to 3 months, 4 to 6, 7 to 9, and 10 to 12) and connect each stage to the bigger picture of school readiness. Then we get practical with simple, play-based strategies that fit into real life. Dr. Tiffany also speak directly to daycare providers with easy ways to create language-rich routines and reduce passive time. If you’re worried, we cover red flags worth bringing to a pediatrician, and why early support makes a big difference. If this helped, subscribe, share it with a parent or childcare friend, and leave a review so more families can find these milestones and tools. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    35 min

  3. APR 7

    What Parents And Coaches Miss About Student Athletes’ Mental Health

    Your child can look fearless under the lights and still be carrying a heavy load home. We sit down with Licensed Mental Health Clinician Jasmine P. Evans to separate sports myths from clinical reality and to talk about what student athlete mental health actually looks like in real time, especially when pressure is high and emotions are pushed underground. Jasmine explains why “tough” is not the same as silent, how identity tied to a sport can make setbacks feel personal, and what warning signs to watch for beyond the box score, like isolation, shutdown after games, and sudden changes in how a kid relates to teammates, coaches, and family. We also dig into practical ways to help, including creating a safe space for honest check-ins, defining what we mean when we say “toughen up,” and recognizing burnout as depletion rather than laziness.  If you care about youth sports, high school athletics, or simply want healthier, more resilient kids, this conversation offers clear language, realistic guidance, and a better standard for support. Subscribe, share this with a coach or parent, and leave a review with one question you want answered next. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    39 min

  4. MAR 24

    Inflated Grades, Deflated Effort: A Silent Policy Shift in Public Schools

    If you’ve ever wondered why a child seems to be “passing” but still struggling, this is a conversation you’ll want to hear. A new grading policy is gaining popularity in public schools: "Minimum Grading” and “No Zero grading”? Some schools now enter a 50% or even a 60% for work that’s missing, unfinished, or never attempted, and the impact goes way beyond the grade book.  This week, we walk through the logic districts often use to justify grading reform. Then we talk about the part that matters most: what these policies teach kids about effort, deadlines, persistence, and responsibility. I also share what teachers are saying behind the scenes and how inflated grades can create a false sense of mastery that shows up later on standardized tests, in college expectations, and in the workplace. I close with practical parent advocacy steps you can use immediately. Instead of confronting teachers who are following directives, I outline specific questions for principals, superintendents, and school board members about how grades are calculated, what research supports the policy, and whether student outcomes reflect real learning.  If this helped you see your child’s grades differently, subscribe, share the episode with another parent, and leave a review so more families can find it. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    27 min

  5. MAR 17

    Toxic Friends, Clear Boundaries: Helping Kids Leave Unhealthy Friendships

    Your instincts are rarely random. When you meet your child’s friend, the hard part isn’t noticing the red flags, it’s knowing what to do next without turning into the controlling parent your kid stops talking to. We dig into that tension and turn it into a clear plan you can actually use at home and in the classroom. I’m joined by Ayoka Hannah, a licensed clinical social worker, certified school social worker, and mom of three teens, to unpack what toxic friendships look like in adolescence and how they differ from normal peer conflict. We talk about behavior patterns to look out for and get practical about the subtle signs schools often see first. We also go deeper on why kids stay stuck in unhealthy friendships. You’ll hear simple scripts and role-play ideas that help kids set boundaries. And yes, we address social media safety. If you want your child to choose friendships that bring happiness, support, and encouragement, this conversation will help you guide them there.  Subscribe for more Tuesday Talks, share this with a parent or teacher who needs it, and leave a review so more families can find these tools. What’s the biggest sign you’ve seen that a friendship isn’t healthy? Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    40 min

  6. MAR 10

    Empowering Kids to Choose Better Friends

    Peer approval can feel louder than our voices—and there’s a brain-based reason why. This week Dr. Tiffany pulls back the curtain on how the developing prefrontal cortex and early-firing reward systems make belonging so powerful, then connect that science to what teachers see daily: effort shifts, language changes, and risk-taking that often follow a friend-group swap. From classroom stories to a candid moment when guiding our own child crossed into controlling, we map the terrain parents can’t always see inside school hallways. We get practical fast. You’ll learn the exact questions that move beyond “Who did you sit with?” to “How do you feel after time with them?” We share short, confidence-building scripts kids can use to say no under pressure, plus a simple test for leadership.  Underneath it all is a simple aim: raise kids who carry standards into every room, even when we’re not there. If this sparked a new look at your child’s circle, share it with another parent or educator, subscribe for more Tuesday Talks, and leave a review with the one reflective question you’ll ask tonight. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    32 min

  7. MAR 3

    Toughness Culture: Student Athletes And Their Mental Health

    If you care about youth sports, this conversation gives you a clearer playbook: safer language, smarter systems, and a path to raise athletes who love the game and themselves. This week, we sit down with Jasmine Evans, a licensed mental health clinician and lifelong competitor. Jasmine’s dual lens as a former elite athlete and practicing therapist brings clarity to messy moments: when to push, when to pause, and how to protect both performance and well-being. Jasmine explains why tying self-worth to stats can shatter confidence and how to widen identity with roles that matter during recovery, from film study to leadership in the huddle. We also dig into the parent sideline: moving from drill sergeant to steady support. Jasmine spotlights Mental Health First Aid as a must-have for coaches and shares the qualities of mentors who make a lifelong difference. Listen, share with your team, and tell us what change you want to see next. If this resonated, subscribe, leave a review, and pass it to a coach or parent who needs it. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    31 min

  8. FEB 24

    Raising Thinkers In The Age Of AI: A Practical Guide For Parents And Teachers

    What if the real danger isn’t AI itself, but raising kids who can’t think without it? We dive straight into that tension and map out a clear, humane path for parents and teachers who want powerful tools without sacrificing grit, curiosity, or integrity. Rather than banning technology and fueling shortcuts in the shadows, we show how to build AI literacy—knowing when to use it, when not to, how to question it, and how to fold its output into genuine, student-owned learning. By the end, you’ll have a shared language for digital responsibility at home and at school, along with concrete steps to protect effort, stamina, and voice. AI should amplify a child’s thinking, not replace it. If you’re ready to swap fear for a framework and raise thinkers who can thrive in the world that is, press play, share this conversation with a friend, and leave a quick review to tell us what guardrails you’ll try next. Tuesday Talks—Real conversations sparking real change in education. Links to all episodes ➡️ https://linktr.ee/drtiffanyslp Like, comment, subscribe & share! Connect with us via email  at info@ourwordsmatterllc.com! Tuesday Talks is hosted by Dr. Tiffany. She has been a Speech/Language Pathologist for 20 years. She's also a speaker and educational consultant. Dr. Tiffany hosts webinars and in-person workshops for teachers and parents. Book Dr. Tiffany as a speaker for your teachers, parent groups and professional development sessions! Visit: www.OurWordsMatterConsulting.com

    25 min
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Join me for weekly discussions about ALL things education...from preschool through high school! As a mom, Speech Language Pathologist, and educator, I share my personal experiences related to each week's topic in relatable and informative ways.  My message about education is powerful: Reflecting on what is and making waves to cause change!

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  • Creator
    Dr. Tiffany
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
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