S2 E7: Speech Delay, Tongue Tie and Social Media: Nicole Bateman chats with Jenna Farmer

Conversations with a SEND Mum

In Season 2, Episode 7 of "Conversations with a SEND Mum," host Nicole Bateman engages in a conversation with fellow mum Jenna Farmer, owner of Mumernity. Together, they explore topics ranging from speech delay and tongue tie to the power of social media advocacy and addressing parent bashing.

Episode Highlights:

• Journey Through Speech Therapy: Jenna shares her journey of navigating speech delay in her son, reflecting on the challenges and the triumphs of early speech therapy interventions.
• Impact of Tongue Tie on Speech: Nicole and Jenna delve into the topic of tongue tie and its impact on speech development. Jenna shares personal experiences and insights into identifying and addressing tongue tie in her son, highlighting the significance of seeking professional evaluation and treatment options.
• Power of Social Media for the SEND Community: The conversation shifts to the role of social media advocacy in the SEND community. Jenna and Nicole discuss the positive impact of social media platforms in raising awareness, sharing resources, and building supportive networks for parents of children with special educational needs and disabilities.
• Addressing Parent Bashing: Jenna and Nicole address recent comments made by individuals on social media platforms, highlighting the importance of empathy, respect, and support within the parenting community. They advocate for kindness, understanding, and solidarity in navigating the challenges of parenthood and advocating for children with SEND.

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