Tag Archives: speech

As a Speech Pathologist, one of the first things I would often discuss with families during assessment or when starting intervention is the difference between speech and language. This is a very confusing topic for many parents, but one I… Continue Reading >

As a paediatric speech pathologist the question “how many words should my child be saying?”, or “should my child be talking more?”  is perhaps one of the most frequently asked questions I hear from families. There is often a lot… Continue Reading >

Like any skill and milestone children will develop at different stages. Knowing a bit about speech and language development in children can help parents and carers know if there is anything to be concerned about and when to seek support… Continue Reading >

By 18 months, your child should be learning new words all the time. Some children learn a new word every day whilst others learn 1 to 2 words a week. Your child should say between 20 and 200 words by… Continue Reading >

By Jess Swalwell, Youthrive Speech Pathologist   I can understand my child by no one else can. People are constantly asking me to interpret what my child is saying. Does this sound like something you have said before? It might… Continue Reading >

Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists work across a broad range of areas and with people right across the lifespan from infancy through to the elderly. One area of speciality that some therapists choose to focus on is Early Intervention. These… Continue Reading >

This month, LEGO Foundation has announced their support of Play Included, a UK-based social enterprise dedicated to training teachers, psychologists, speech and language therapists, and other professionals to use LEGO play for therapeutic purposes as part of the Brick-by-BrickTM program…. Continue Reading >

By Ozgul Kara, Speech Pathologist at Youthrive What is tongue tie? Tongue tie is a congenital condition (present from birth) that is recognised by an unusually thickened, tightened or shortened frenum (string of tissue under the tongue), which limits movement… Continue Reading >

Resolving conflict during the festive season takes one word CIVILITY. Civility is simply a formal politeness showing up as courtesy in one’s behavior and speech. Minding our manners and manage our speech breeds respect not conflict. Part of what makes… Continue Reading >

By Sally Kellett For many of us, the term ‘mindfulness’ conjures images of fluffy pillows, scented candles, and a group of people sitting cross-legged and chanting ‘ommm’. However, most mums simply don’t have the time for this type of practice… Continue Reading >