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Children Can Say The Funniest Things!
“Wondering what’s normal for your child’s speech development? This FAQ answers common questions about speech milestones, funny mistakes, delays, and when to see a speech pathologist.”
Play-Based Feeding Therapy in Alfred Cove, Perth
What is Play-Based Feeding Therapy? Play-based feeding therapy uses play as the primary tool to help children explore and feel comfortable with food. Instead of pressure at the dinner table, therapy sessions introduce food in a fun, safe, and engaging way. Children...
What Are Articulation Disorders?
Articulation disorders are speech difficulties that make it hard for children to pronounce sounds correctly. Common examples include: Saying “wabbit” instead of “rabbit” Having a lisp when producing the “s” sound Replacing or omitting sounds altogether These...
5 Everyday Activities to Boost Your Child’s Language Skills
Why Everyday Language Matters Supporting your child’s language development doesn’t require expensive toys or formal lessons. The key is consistent interaction, modelling words, and making daily activities fun. Here are five proven strategies you can use today. 1....
Speech Sound Difficulties in Children: Causes, Therapy & Early Intervention
What Are Speech Sound Delays or Disorders? Speech sound delays and disorders occur when children have ongoing difficulty producing speech sounds accurately or consistently. While it’s normal for young children to make speech errors as they learn—for example, saying...
How Speech Pathologists Help Adults with Stuttering
Stuttering isn’t only a childhood condition. Many adults continue to stutter later in life—or experience it again during times of stress, illness, or major life changes. Living with stuttering as an adult can feel frustrating and isolating, especially if it affects...
How Speech Pathologists Can Help with Muscle Tension Dysphonia
Your voice is something you rely on every day—whether it’s talking with friends, giving a presentation, or answering the phone. When your voice feels strained, tight, or uncomfortable, it can impact your confidence and quality of life. One common cause of ongoing...
How Speech Pathologists Help Children with Autism
Every child on the autism spectrum has unique strengths and challenges. For many, communication support is an important part of learning, connecting with others, and developing independence. Speech pathologists work closely with children with autism and their families...
Language Delay in Children: How Speech Pathologists Can Help
Every child develops language at their own pace, but when progress is much slower than expected, it may signal a language delay. Early support makes a big difference—and speech pathologists play a vital role in helping children build the communication skills they need...
Understanding Early Literacy Difficulties in Children
Does your child struggle to recognise letters, match sounds to words, or avoid reading altogether? 📚If they get frustrated with homework or show low confidence in writing tasks, they may be experiencing early literacy difficulties. Literacy is more than reading and...
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Dyslexia
Language Development
Speech Sounds
Autism
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