Life Kit: Parenting How to raise kids in a multilingual home
Mar 27, 2025
Discover the joys and benefits of raising multilingual kids! From cognitive enhancements to cultural connections, this discussion reveals how bilingualism can enrich your child's life. Insights from speech therapists tackle common myths and provide practical tips for fostering a bilingual home. Learn how music and play can boost language acquisition, turning learning into joyful interactions. This podcast shares real family stories, showcasing the gift of multilingual upbringing as a path to a brighter future.
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Julia's Portuguese Journey
- Julia Furlan felt hesitant speaking Portuguese to her baby.
- Hearing her child speak Portuguese was emotional and brought back childhood memories.
Bilingualism Benefits
- Raising bilingual children offers many benefits like better cognitive function and job opportunities.
- Bilingualism may even delay dementia onset, though research is inconclusive for later-life learning.
Pick a Bilingual Style
- Choose a bilingual approach that fits your family.
- Common methods include 'one parent, one language,' 'minority language at home,' and 'time and place.'