Parenting Workshops for Speech & Language Delays | Cadabam’s CDC
Every parent wants to hear their child’s first words, yet speech and language impairments can turn that milestone into months of uncertainty. At Cadabam’s CDC, our parenting workshops for speech and language impairments put the science of language development directly into your hands—so you can become your child’s most effective communication partner starting today.
Why Parenting Workshops Matter for Speech & Language Impairments
The science behind parent-led language growth
Research shows that parents deliver up to 86% of a child’s daily language input. When caregivers are trained to use evidence-based strategies such as responsive interaction and language modeling, toddlers gain an average of 30–45 new functional words in 12 weeks—results comparable to direct clinician therapy.
How everyday routines turn into therapy time
- Meal-time commentary boosts receptive vocabulary
- Bath-time songs strengthen turn-taking
- Bed-time books expand sentence length
Our workshops teach you to weave these micro-interventions into routines you already do, tripling practice opportunities without adding extra “therapy hours.”
Reducing waitlists & costs through early action
Public speech-therapy waitlists in many cities stretch 6–12 months. Early parent training has been shown to reduce the need for long-term therapy by 38%, saving families both time and money while accelerating progress.
Who Benefits From Our Workshops?
Toddlers with expressive or receptive delays
Ideal for children aged 18–36 months who have:
- Fewer than 10 spoken words
- Difficulty following simple directions
- Frustration-related tantrums linked to communication struggles
Preschoolers on the autism spectrum
Our specialized modules focus on joint attention, social-pragmatic skills, and early AAC introduction for children aged 3–5 with autism.
Families awaiting or supplementing formal speech therapy
Whether you’re on a waitlist or already receiving services, the workshop strategies complement clinician goals and keep momentum going between sessions.
Workshop Programs We Offer
It Takes Two to Talk®–The Hanen Program®
- 10 weekly small-group sessions
- Evidence-based coaching on responsive interaction
- Includes three individual video feedback sessions
More Than Words® for Autism Spectrum
- 8-week program designed specifically for parents of autistic children
- Covers visual supports, sensory-friendly play, and early advocacy skills
Time to Talk: Fast-track toddler series
- Condensed 4-week boot camp for busy parents
- Focus on first 50-word burst and early phrase building
Customized online micro-modules
- 15-minute bite-size lessons you can stream anytime
- Topics include “Meal-Time Vocabulary Boosters” and “Playground Language Games”
What You’ll Learn in Each Session
Turn-taking & responsive interaction techniques
Master the OWLS strategy—Observe, Wait, Listen, Support—proven to increase child-initiated communication by 52%.
Visual supports and AAC basics
Create picture schedules, choice boards, and core-word flip-books so non-verbal children can communicate wants and needs immediately.
Play routines that build vocabulary
- “One-Up” rule: Add one new word to your child’s existing phrase
- 5-to-1 ratio: Five comments for every question to reduce pressure
- Toy rotation system to maintain novelty and language targets
Troubleshooting common setbacks
From hitting plateaus to avoiding prompt dependency, our facilitators help you adjust strategies in real time.
Session Format & Schedule
Small-group in-person cohorts (max 8 families)
- Held at our Bangalore, Hyderabad, and Chennai centers
- Saturdays 10–11:30 a.m. to fit working parents
Live virtual classrooms with recordings
- Weekday evenings 8–9:30 p.m. IST
- Lifetime access to all recordings and downloadable worksheets
Weekly 90-minute sessions over 8–10 weeks
Each cohort follows a set calendar; choose the track that matches your child’s age and needs.
Meet Your Expert Facilitators
All workshop leaders are certified speech-language pathologists and Hanen-certified instructors with an additional background in child development psychology. Every facilitator completes at least 40 hours of continuing education annually to stay current with the latest evidence-based practices.
Success Stories & Testimonials
Before-and-after language sample videos (text description)
“In Week 1, Arjun used only 3 single words. By Week 8 he was combining 3-word phrases like ‘more bubbles please.’”
Parent quotes on confidence gained
“I no longer feel helpless when my daughter stutters. I have a toolkit that works.” — Ananya S., mother of 3-year-old
Progress data at 3- and 6-month check-ins
- 92% of families report measurable vocabulary gains within 3 months
- 78% of children require fewer direct therapy hours at the 6-month mark
How to Enroll: Step-by-Step
1. Complete the 2-minute needs quiz
Answer quick questions about your child’s age, current words, and main challenges.
2. Receive matched program recommendation
Our algorithm suggests the best-fit workshop within 24 hours.
3. Choose start date & payment plan
Pay in full or opt for zero-cost EMI across 3 months.
4. Access pre-workshop starter kit
Receive printable visual supports and a parent logbook before your first session.