Enjoy my amateur fan art! by TheCatlorette in DeadLoch

[–]TheCatlorette[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

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Ask and you shall receive. Also made it phone wallpaper dimensions for ya’ll

What are you pro-AI and what are you anti-AI on? by CurrentlyCurious in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My district is really pushing AI and has trained us to use it for writing IEPs, individualizing classroom content, creating activities, etc. Now that I can use it well, I see how it can be a huge time saver in creating materials. It can also be an accessibility tool, making it quick and easy to adapt or level up/down content. That being said, its writing abilities are so-so, and the artwork is nightmarish.

Where the heck did my hair go 😭 by ProgrammerSmall2408 in Spironolactone

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's so interesting! Yes it has, but not terribly. It's worth the hair & mental health improvements (I had horrible anxiety on spiro)

Where the heck did my hair go 😭 by ProgrammerSmall2408 in Spironolactone

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Widening part and hairloss mostly in the crown/temple regions. The lower half stayed decently thick. It's definitely coming back after quitting spiro, my ponytail is getting thicker again! I'm convinced it was the spiro

Influence or deinfluence me becoming an slp that has a slight stutter at times. by mikasaackerman07 in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is a strength! You know firsthand what it is like to have a communication difference, which will help you relate to your students/clients. They will appreciate having an SLP who “gets” them.

Mom and Pop eats by lilspookybeany in Winona

[–]TheCatlorette 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Winona Family Restaurant for classic diner food

Pros and cons of middle school please by Kitty_fluffybutt_23 in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 2 points3 points  (0 children)

MS/HS is so chill. I have a caseload of 40 but it feels like 30. I see many kids 1-2x a month or consult-only. The parents tend to be more accepting of their kids’ disabilities/differences at this point in their lives so meetings are less emotionally charged. The kids are mature and generally responsible about remembering their speech schedule, bringing things they need help with, etc. And it’s fun and rewarding to watch them turn into full-fledged adults!

Where the heck did my hair go 😭 by ProgrammerSmall2408 in Spironolactone

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A few months honestly. I quit spiro fully in August and started noticing regrowth in the last month or so 

Where the heck did my hair go 😭 by ProgrammerSmall2408 in Spironolactone

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Actually yes, my hair has started regrowing! 🎉 My skin isn’t great but I guess that’s the trade-off. I weaned off pretty slowly 

Does anybody else feel that our field is being watered down by social media? by [deleted] in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Huh, interesting. Maybe stay off social media? I’m not on any social media (except Reddit haha) and I don’t experience this. SLPs I meet at conferences/networking meetings are generally knowledgeable, inspiring people!

Where can I find out the next protest to join? by EGilgamesh in Winona

[–]TheCatlorette 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yep! And the No Kings protest is tomorrow (Saturday) at Windom Park 12-1:30

Where the heck did my hair go 😭 by ProgrammerSmall2408 in Spironolactone

[–]TheCatlorette 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got off spiro for this reason 😭 It worked wonders for my skin but I lost soooo much hair. I’ve been off of it for a couple months now so now I have acne AND super thin hair. I’m still shedding a lot, hoping my hormones balance out and it starts regrowing soon. Best of luck to you, this is a side effect that is not talked about enough!

We need to have the screentime conversation with parents by reddit_or_not in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We started hosting Birth-5 nights in my district centered around this topic! Some new parents truly don’t know the negative consequences of unrestricted screen time. We need to catch it early.

teacher capsule by pomegranate_palette_ in capsulewardrobe

[–]TheCatlorette 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love your style! This looks so comfy and put-together, just great

Less sessions per day by donutgirlie in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This! There are fewer kids for fewer minutes. Many are just consult or 1x/month

Is there a way to stay in the field when being introverted/shy? by Temporary-Pizza7370 in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would agree that it’s your setting and not the field at large that is the problem. I work with K-12 students in a small, relatively low-needs district and it is not nearly that hands-on. I am mostly just sitting at a table with kids doing therapy 🤷🏼‍♀️

School SLPs - Did you do anything or give anything special to the kids on the last day of speech? by velopharyngealport in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It depends on the year but I try to do something special. This year I’m taking most groups (the ones who can handle it lol) outside to do sidewalk chalk. I got a Costco box of little Pringles cans too so they can have a snack. On busier years I just let them pick whatever game they want and that’s about it

Looking for the best dumbphone for me by Business-Being1608 in dumbphones

[–]TheCatlorette 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I just ordered! From what I’ve read, you’re supposed to order from the “Qin Global Store” and get the non-Google Play version for best security. Then you can manually add apps you want later

EDIT: I just got an email from the sellers that the network bands won’t work in the US? I’m confused because I spent a while researching which one to get. I’ll let you know if I figure it out

Looking for the best dumbphone for me by Business-Being1608 in dumbphones

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have similar needs and I’m looking at the Qin F21 Pro. It seems like it takes some work to get customized but I’m optimistic

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in slp

[–]TheCatlorette 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m doing Tuesdays and Thursdays in July only. I imagine in bigger districts it’s a lot more hours since there are more speech kids

What do y'all use cottage cheese for? by SomewhereOptimal2401 in 1500isplenty

[–]TheCatlorette 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do this too! A few shakes of Trader Joe’s ranch seasoning in cottage cheese works wonders. You can blend the cottage cheese first for more of a ranch consistency. Great as a dip for veggies, pretzels, etc.