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Why is play so important for my child in therapy?
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Play is an important part of children’s learning, communication and development.

Play in speech therapy is purposeful. Speech Pathologists can use play-based activities to help children practise language, communication and social interaction skills in engaging and meaningful ways.

If you have ever wondered, “All my child does in speech therapy is play,” there is often much more happening during the activity than it may first appear.

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The Power of ‘First’ and ‘Then’
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Child listening


Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

The first then strategy is a simple way to help children understand instructions, routines and transitions. By presenting two steps clearly — what happens first and what happens next — parents and therapists can reduce the amount of language a child needs to process.

Some children find it difficult to follow instructions, complete routines or understand the sequence of everyday activities. Using “first” and “then” can make expectations clearer and easier to understand.

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Helping your child share stories with others.
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Speech Pathologist supporting a child’s storytelling skills


Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Does your child find it difficult to tell you what happened at school, describe an experience or share a story with someone else?

They might respond with “I don’t know,” “I can’t remember,” or provide information that is difficult for the listener to follow.

Storytelling skills, also known as narrative skills, help children organise their thoughts, sequence events and communicate experiences clearly to other people. 

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Stuttering in Children
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Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Does your child sometimes repeat sounds or words, stretch out sounds, or appear to get stuck when trying to speak?

Stuttering in children can affect the smooth flow of speech. It may involve repeating sounds, syllables or words, prolonging sounds, or experiencing moments where speech feels blocked.

Stuttering often begins during the preschool years. If you notice your child stuttering, a Speech Pathologist can assess their speech and help determine whether support is recommended.

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