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Free Parent Programs for Australian Children As parents, we all want to see our children thrive—whether it's in their speech, social skills, or academic success. One of the most powerful ways to support your child’s development, especially in speech and language, is by getting involved in parenting programs. These programs provide practical strategies, insights, and resources that can make a real difference in your child's communication skills. In this post, we’ll explore the

Early intervention refers to specialised support for children and teenagers who have disabilities, autism, ADHD or other additional...

Telehealth, also called telepractice or teletherapy, refers to delivering speech therapy services via videoconference or other digital...

Stuttering is a fluency disorder characterised by repetitions (“b‑b‑ball”), prolongations (“ssssnake”) or blocks (momentary pauses where...

Speech sound disorders occur when children have difficulty producing speech sounds correctly or fluently. The NIDCD reports that about...

Social communication, or pragmatics, refers to the ways we use language to interact with others. The Hands & Voices parent tip sheet...

Augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) refers to methods that supplement or replace speech for individuals who have difficulty...

Feeding and swallowing are complex processes that involve moving food and liquid from the mouth to the stomach safely. The American...

Monitoring your child’s communication milestones helps you gauge whether they are developing typically and identifies when professional...

Play is often described as the work of childhood. Far from being frivolous, it provides the foundation for learning across all domains....

Children using screentime use less communication. How Screen Time Affects Your Child’s Speech and Language Development The ubiquity of...

10 Strategies to help your child Speak Clearly at home Is your child struggling to be understood? Do you find yourself guessing what they...

Speech Versus Language: What's the difference? When parents are told their child might benefit from speech therapy, a common response is:...

A mother playing with blocks with 2 children As a parent, few things are more exciting than hearing your child’s first words. From early...

Two preschool-aged children sitting on a step with a book and markers As parents, it’s natural to compare your child’s development to...

Speech therapist working with a child on pronunciation If you're preparing for your child's first speech therapy session, you're not...

In Australia, many people are uncertain about how to access speech pathology services. A common question is whether a referral is...

Stock photo of young child with a school bag on first day of school. Speech sound errors affect children socially Did you know children...

By Daniella Curtano Speech Pathologist (CPSP) If you're a parent and your child has started primary school and is still pronouncing the...

By Udemy What you'll learn: help your child take their first steps in reading and spelling; understand how to help your child build,...