by Jenny Edgar | Oct 25, 2025 | Speech Sounds, Speech Therapy for Children
At Perth Speech Therapy, we often meet families who are concerned about their child’s clumsiness, unclear speech, or difficulties with everyday tasks like tying shoelaces or writing. One possible explanation is Childhood Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental...
by Jenny Edgar | Oct 23, 2025 | Literacy
Perth Speech Therapy – Alfred Cove, WA What Is Segmenting? When children learn to read and spell, one of the most powerful skills they develop is segmenting. Segmenting means breaking words down into their smallest units of sound. It’s the reverse of blending (where...
by Jenny Edgar | Oct 22, 2025 | Autism
Signs and Symptoms of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD): 1. Social Communication Challenges: Difficulty with social interactions, such as making eye contact, responding to their name, or engaging in conversations appropriate to their age. Difficulty understanding or...
by Jenny Edgar | Oct 22, 2025 | Autism
Helping a fussy eater can be challenging, but there are several strategies you can try to encourage healthier eating habits in your child: 1. Create a Positive Mealtime Environment: Make mealtime enjoyable and stress-free. Create a calm atmosphere without distractions...
by Jenny Edgar | Oct 21, 2025 | Autism
At Perth Speech Therapy, we specialise in supporting children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) to communicate in ways that are meaningful, functional, and empowering. Speech therapy for autistic children is about much more than just teaching words. Our therapy...
