by Jenny Edgar | Oct 27, 2025 | Speech Sounds, Speech Therapy for Children
What is Childhood Dyspraxia? Childhood Dyspraxia, also known as Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is a neurodevelopmental condition that impacts a child’s ability to plan, organise, and carry out smooth, purposeful movements. Children with dyspraxia are often...
by Jenny Edgar | Oct 27, 2025 | Autism, Paediatric Feeding
Does your child only eat the same plain foods every day — like pasta, bread, or crackers — and refuse anything new? You’re not alone. Many children go through fussy eating phases, but for some (especially kids with autism or ADHD), selective eating can become a...
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...
