The Importance of Play for Children
Play is defined simply as an activity engaged in for enjoyment and recreation, especially by children. It is essential that children be given time to engage in play and [...]
Tips for being an effective communication partner
When we think about communication, people often assume that talking, listening and writing are the main modes of communication. This is a huge misconception and an important one to [...]
Study Without Stress
As the 2021 school year begins, some young people’s minds may be already turning to what lies in store. Especially those young people in their final years of education. [...]
Little Tips for Big School
As the new year starts, there is excitement and anticipation among many 4–5-year old’s who are starting school. The transition to “big school” from preschool, playgroups or time at [...]
Shared Book Reading: More than what is written on the page
Many of us have heard that we should be regularly reading to or with our children but what exactly are the key benefits of children regularly having exposure to [...]
Tuning In for Mental Health
World Mental Health Day has just passed on October 10th. In N.S.W., Victoria, and the A.C.T. the entire month of October is actually Mental Health Month! The theme for [...]
Unpacking Speech Pathology Jargon
Speech pathologists often use a lot of special terms to describe what we do, and we also use a lot of abbreviations which can sometimes get confusing too. If [...]
Self-Compassion: Am I Doing Ok?
R U OK day has arrived, which is a very important day that encourages us to check in with those around us and check that they are doing ok, [...]
Anxiety in the household
Anxiety is something that we all experience from time to time. When we go for a job interview or take an exam, most of us will experience some form [...]