SLP Check-Ins for Baby

We are pleased to offer our new SLP Check-ins for Baby service!

These check-ins for babies and toddlers aged 10 - 36 months are designed to support your little one's communication journey right from the start. One of our Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) would be happy to assess your child's development and provide you with personalized strategies to foster growth between sessions. Whether you're looking for a one-time assessment or periodic check-ins, we're here for you!

A woman and a young girl sitting on a blue couch, the woman reading a red book to the girl. The girl has blond hair in pigtails and is looking at the woman, who is smiling.

- Receptive Language: Understanding and processing what is heard.
- Expressive Language: How your child uses words and sentences.
- Pre-Linguistic Skills: Early skills like babbling, gesturing, and eye contact.
- Play/Social Skills: Interaction with others and engagement in play.
If you want to make sure your child's language development stays on track, have concerns about your child's language development, or worry if they are not meeting certain milestones, an SLP check-in can provide clarity and guidance.
During a check-in, the SLP will interact with your baby through play and structured activities, assess various language skills, and discuss findings and recommendations with you.
This varies based on your child's needs. Some families may benefit from monthly check-ins, while others may prefer less frequent visits.
Yes! The SLP will provide you with tailored strategies and activities to support your baby's development between sessions.
Absolutely! Parent and caregiver involvement is crucial, and we encourage you to participate actively in the sessions.

Meet our SLPs:

Halle, Megan and Akayla

P.S., our SLP check-ins for baby are eligible for reimbursement by extended health benefits coverage!

A woman (Megan Hutchinson) with blonde hair, glasses, and a pink shirt standing in front of a brick wall.

Megan Hutchinson is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists in Ontario (CASLPO) and is a member of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC). Megan completed her Bachelor's degree in Psychology & Concurrent Education at Lakehead University (meaning she is a certified Ontario teacher!), followed by her Master's degree in Speech-Language Pathology at University of Alberta and a Speech & Language certificate from Brock University. In addition to working for HAEPI SLP, Megan works full-time for a tribal council providing fly-in and virtual services to Indigenous communities, and as an Occasional Teacher for the Lakehead Public School Board. Previously, Megan worked with a children’s treatment centre in Thunder Bay providing School-Based Rehabilitation Services, and also at a Health Unit in British Columbia providing early intervention to preschool-age children. Megan was born and raised in Thunder Bay. In her spare time, she loves to read, travel, and spend time at the lake.

A woman (Akayla Olajos) with long blonde hair smiling, wearing a black and white striped shirt, standing in front of a brick wall.

Akayla Olajos is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist with the College of Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) and a member of Speech-Language and Audiology Canada (SAC). She has experience working with children of all ages in areas such as articulation, language development, literacy, social communication, and more. Akayla began her career with a Preschool Speech and Language Program and now works in private practice, primarily offering virtual care. She also has experience providing fly-in assessment and intervention services to communities in Northern Ontario. Akayla is based in Niagara Falls and, outside of work, enjoys traveling, trying new restaurants and recipes, and spending time outdoors.

A woman (Halle Demchuk) with shoulder-length dark hair and a bright smile, wearing a pink top, standing in front of a brick wall.

Halle is a registered Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) with the College of Audiologists and Speech Language Pathologists of Ontario (CASLPO) and is a member of Speech Pathology & Audiology Canada (SAC). Halle is a proud Métis clinician, born and raised in Northwestern Ontario. Halle works extensively with Autistic individuals in the areas of Augmentative & Alternative Communication (AAC), and Gestalt Language Processing (GLP). In fact, Halle was the first SLP in Northwestern Ontario to be formally trained in GLP! Her other clinical interests are speech sound disorders, phonological awareness, and working in the far north Indigenous communities she supports. In her spare time, Halle enjoys camping, hiking, and paddleboarding with her adventure cat, Beth. Beth occasionally makes appearances in Halle's virtual sessions as well!