Early Communication
15 articles in this category
Speech Sound Therapy: Assessment and What Helps
What to expect from a speech sound assessment and therapy. Brisbane speech pathologist explains minimal pairs and phonological awareness.
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Helping Children Follow Directions: Strategies
Practical strategies to help children follow directions at home and school. Brisbane speech pathologist shares tips for simplifying instructions.
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Concepts and Following Directions: Key Milestones
Learn about concept development and following directions milestones. Brisbane speech pathologist explains why children struggle with instructions.
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How Speech Pathologists Use Play in Sessions
What play-based speech therapy actually looks like in a session. Brisbane speech pathologist explains play strategies that target communication.
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Play and Speech Therapy: Why Play Is Serious
Understand why play is a powerful tool in speech therapy. Brisbane speech pathologist explains the evidence for play-based therapy approaches.
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Phonological Processing vs Articulation Explained
Understand the difference between phonological processing and articulation disorders. Brisbane speech pathologist explains why it matters.
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Shared Reading: Language Modelling with Books
How to model language during shared reading with picture books. Brisbane speech pathologist shares practical tips for getting the most out of reading time.
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The Power of Shared Reading for Language
Why shared reading is one of the most powerful things you can do for your child's language. Brisbane speech pathologist explains the evidence.
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How to Use Aided Language Stimulation at Home
Practical tips for using aided language stimulation at home with your child's AAC system. Brisbane speech pathologist shares everyday modelling strategies.
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What Is Aided Language Stimulation? A Parent Guide
Understand aided language stimulation and how it helps children who use AAC. Brisbane speech pathologist explains this key evidence-based strategy.
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When to Worry About Babbling: Signs to Watch For
Know the signs of limited or absent babbling in babies. Brisbane speech pathologist explains when to worry and when to seek early intervention.
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Babbling: What It Is and How to Encourage It
Learn about babbling milestones and why they matter for your baby's communication. Brisbane speech pathologist explains types and encouragement.
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How to Help a Late Talker: Evidence-Based Tips
Evidence-based strategies to help your late talker at home. Brisbane speech pathologist shares Hanen strategies for toddler language.
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Late Talkers: When to Worry About Toddler Speech
Worried your toddler is a late talker? Brisbane speech pathologist explains milestones, red flags, and when to seek help for speech.
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Alternative Access for Communication: A Guide
Learn about alternative access methods including eye gaze, switches, and scanning. Brisbane speech pathologist explains options for children.
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