Language Learning Is Everywhere

by Jenny Edgar | Nov 4, 2025 | Language Development, Speech Therapy for Children

Everyday Moments Make the Best Lessons You don’t need flashcards or fancy toys to help your child’s speech and language grow.Some of the best learning tools are already in your home. Children learn best when they’re having fun, using real objects, and communicating...

The Power of Repetition in Speech Therapy | Perth Speech Therapy

by Jenny Edgar | Oct 30, 2025 | Literacy, Speech Therapy for Children

At Perth Speech Therapy, we know that repetition isn’t just helpful — it’s essential for developing strong communication and literacy skills. Just like learning to ride a bike or play an instrument, mastering speech and language takes time, consistency, and repeated...

The Van Riper Traditional Articulation Therapy Approach – Perth Speech Therapy

by Jenny Edgar | Oct 30, 2025 | Speech Sounds, Speech Therapy for Children

At Perth Speech Therapy, we use evidence-based methods to help children overcome speech sound disorders. One of the most well-known and effective methods is the Van Riper Traditional Articulation Therapy approach, developed by speech pathologist Charles Van Riper....

Enhancing Communication Through Multisensory Therapy | Perth Speech Therapy

by Jenny Edgar | Oct 29, 2025 | Literacy, Speech Therapy for Children

At Perth Speech Therapy, we know that every child learns differently. Some learn best by listening, others by seeing, moving, or touching. Multisensory therapy combines all these learning channels — auditory, visual, tactile, and kinaesthetic — to strengthen speech,...

Understanding Childhood Dyspraxia

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...

Understanding Childhood Dyspraxia

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...