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Dealing with Kids’ Backchat – Practical Tips for Parents

Dealing with Kids’ Backchat – Practical Tips for Parents

by kids first | Jul 15, 2024 | Speech Pathology

If your child often talks back, you’re not alone. Many children express their frustration and fears through backchat, and this be challenging for parents to handle. Here are some practical and realistic strategies from Kids First’s speech therapists to manage...
When is the Right Time to Start School? Navigating Age and School Readiness Across Australia

When is the Right Time to Start School? Navigating Age and School Readiness Across Australia

by kids first | Jul 8, 2024 | Early Intervention, School Readiness

Starting school is a huge step for children and a major moment for parents too! Each state in Australia sets its own school starting age rules, so it’s completely understandable if you find the whole thing a bit puzzling. This difference in school start age...
Understanding Dyslexia in Children: Key Signs and Symptoms 

Understanding Dyslexia in Children: Key Signs and Symptoms 

by kids first | Jul 1, 2024 | Speech Pathology

As a parent, seeing your child struggle with reading and writing can be concerning, especially if you suspect they might have dyslexia. Perhaps you have a family history of literacy difficulties or your child’s teacher is concerned about your son or daughter’s...
Helping Kids Deal with Conflict: Tips from Child Psychologists 

Helping Kids Deal with Conflict: Tips from Child Psychologists 

by kids first | Jun 25, 2024 | Uncategorized

Have you ever wondered how to help your child handle disagreements without it turning into a nasty fight or full-blown meltdown? As children navigate their friendships and relationships, disagreements and differences in opinion are bound to arise. But watching your...
Top Tips from a Speech Therapist: Questions to Ask Your Child’s Teacher About Your Child’s Speech and Language Skills  

Top Tips from a Speech Therapist: Questions to Ask Your Child’s Teacher About Your Child’s Speech and Language Skills  

by kids first | Jun 10, 2024 | Uncategorized

Parent-teacher meetings with your child educators are a perfect time to discuss your child’s developmental needs and ensure they have all the skills they need to succeed at preschool. and school. Your child will need strong communication skills to play and...
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