Debbie's Blog

What to Look for in a Sippy Cup

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 22nd Sep 2011

As a speech therapist, I don't recommend sippy cups since many of them promote a tongue thrust and improper oral positioning, which can negatively affect a child's speech and feeding development. & … read more

Tips, Strategies, and Advice from ARK's very own Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP

The information contained in this blog is offered in good faith and represents only the author's current understanding of best therapeutic practices. Please keep in mind that the content presented here is not all-inclusive, and should not be considered a substitute for an in-person evaluation and treatment by a certified Speech-Language Pathologist, Occupational Therapist, or another trained professional. Any ideas from this blog should be discussed with your child's treating professional(s) to ensure proper use.