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Jan 20
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What is a communication delay?

By | Speech Pathology

Communication is a complex yet fascinating process. Speech Pathologists understand that the early years in your child’s life are a critical time for communication development. Watching your child begin to communicate, and then to become a very proficient communicator is an amazing process. All of this happens in a relatively short period of time, and it is a process that Speech Pathologists understand in great detail. We constantly assess children to see if there is a communication delay. Many children development communication in a straightforward manner. However, some children take longer to talk, and some children need help to build…

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Jan 20
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My child can’t say ‘th’ sound?

By | Speech Pathology

Is your child saying ‘fing’ for ‘thing’? Are they saying ‘dat’ for ‘that? The ‘th’ sound is a later developing sound. Speech Pathology Australia advises that children don’t have to able to say this sound until they are about 8 years of age. Some children can say the ‘th’ sound much earlier, some children learn it when they start school, and some children keep making this speech error. Children develop their speech sounds in a general order. This starts in their first year of life, so let’s have a look at speech sound development. Before the age of 1 year This…

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Jan 20
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My child is 2 and not talking

By | Speech Pathology

Most children start using their first words between 12-16 months of age. Some children started using words at 9 months. Other children start to talk at 18 months. Like everything else, children vary in the age that they start talking. Does it matter if a child isn’t talking at 2 years? When a child is 2 and not talking then it’s time to take a closer look at what is happening. It helps parents to know what is ‘normal’ when they are concerned about their child’s speech and language development. Understand the difference between speech and language Speech is how clearly…

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Jan 20
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Watch as a child engages in a speech therapy session, exploring new sounds and building confidence with the guidance of a caring speech pathologist at OneOnOne Children's Therapy

Speech development in children

By | Speech Pathology

Developing Clear Speech Sounds Clear speech development is very important for children. It is part of their overall communication development, is critical to their friendships, and it integral to children’s academic success. Some children learn to speak clearly very quickly. Other children take longer to learn to speak clearly, and some children will need help with their speech. Our Speech Pathologists at our Bondi Junction clinic believe that it is much better to identify any speech development issues early and resolve them early. When children first begin to speak, most children can’t say a lot of sounds clearly. This is…

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Jan 20
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School Readiness

By | Speech Pathology

School readiness refers to a child’s preparedness to start school, both academically and socially. It means that a child has the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to succeed in a classroom environment. Understanding and supporting school readiness is crucial for helping children make a smooth transition into school life. Key Areas of School Readiness Physical Health and Motor Skills: A child’s physical health and motor skills are fundamental for school readiness. This includes being able to run, jump, and play, as well as fine motor skills like holding a pencil, cutting with scissors, and managing personal care tasks such as…

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Jan 20
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explore the science behind motivation and how ESDM therapists use it to help children with autism stay engaged and make progress.

Help your child talk – tip #2

By | Speech Pathology

Babies are surrounded by so much language. They are learning to listen to that language and process it so they can do the same thing when they get older. However, the pathways in their brain are new. They can’t process speech and language as quickly as we can. Let’s look at Help Your Child Talk Tip #2. Why should I slow down? Life is busy, parents are busy and children lead busier lives. When the pace of life slows, children can take in more around them. They can learn more from every experience. This includes slowing down the rate at…

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Jan 20
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Help your child talk – tip #3

By | Speech Pathology

How do children learn to talk? Let’s look at Help Your Child Talk – Tip #3. Children learn to talk by hearing other people talk. They hear all the people all around them talk. This process of listening to other people talk starts from the day they are born. Their little brains are hard wired to take in sounds and words from the very beginning. Children, from babies to pre-schoolers, learn language from the people around them. They learn language from the people they spend the most time with. This is usually the parent. However, it can be siblings, grandparents,…

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Nov 11
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Speech Pathology Bondi Junction

By | Speech Pathology

Unlocking Your Child’s Potential: Speech Pathology Services in Bondi Junction The first three years of your child’s life are crucial for their development. This is when they learn to communicate, develop motor skills, and enhance their cognitive abilities. During this period, their brain undergoes significant growth, leading to these essential skills. However, some children may not develop these skills at the same rate or in the same way as their peers. That’s where our Speech Pathology program in Bondi Junction comes in, providing the necessary support to help your child thrive. Why Your Child Might Need Speech Pathology Children might…

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Nov 05
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What is language delay?

By | Speech Pathology

Understanding Language Delays Language delay in children is a common concern for many parents. It happens when a child’s language development is slower than that of their peers. Parents often ring our Speech Pathology clinics in Bondi Junction and Mascot to ask about language delays. This can affect how they understand, use, and communicate with language. Early identification and intervention are key to helping children overcome these delays and develop strong communication skills. What Is Language Delay? Language delay means that a child is not meeting the typical milestones for language development at the expected times. For example, by the…

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Oct 10
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Child with language delay doing Speech Pathology to use more words

How many words should my child say?

By | Speech Pathology

Parents often ask this question. In fact, it is one of the first questions parents ask our Speech Pathologists. Why do parents worry about it? The number of words that the child says is often the first clue that the child’s speech and language is not developing appropriately. Children vary in their speech and language development but we expect a certain number of words by a particular age. Some children use 5 words at 18 months, and other children use 200. It may surprise you to know, that both can be in the normal range. How many words do most…

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Sep 08
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A speech pathologist in our Bondi Junction and Mascot clinic assessing a child to work out a speech disorder vs a language disorder

What is stuttering?

By | Speech Pathology

Understanding and Helping Children Who Stutter Stuttering is when someone has trouble speaking smoothly. It can make talking a bit tricky, especially for children. Words might get stuck, sounds might be repeated, or there could be long pauses between words. Stuttering is common in young kids and can be a part of learning to speak. Let’s explore what stuttering is, why it happens, and how to help children who stutter, all in a simple and fun way. What is Stuttering? Stuttering is a speech disorder where the flow of speech is interrupted. Imagine a river that flows smoothly but occasionally…

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Sep 07
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What is a Speech Pathology Assessment

By | Speech Pathology

What happens in a Speech Pathology Assessment? Imagine you’re a detective, but instead of solving crimes, you’re helping kids with their speech and language skills. That’s what speech pathologists do! A speech pathology assessment is like a big, friendly investigation to understand how a child is doing with talking, understanding, and sometimes even eating and swallowing. Let’s dive into what happens during this assessment in a fun and simple way. Meeting the Speech Pathologist First, you’ll meet the speech pathologist. This person is super friendly and loves to talk and listen. They will introduce themselves and explain what will happen…

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