As a parent, it’s natural to wonder if your child is simply going through a phase or if their behaviour, social skills, or ability to express themselves with words might need a little extra support. A common question many families ask is, “How long should I wait to...
When COVID-19 turned life upside down in 2020, parents of babies and toddlers did their best to keep things as normal as possible. Between lockdowns, working from home, and managing all the uncertainty, families made remarkable efforts to keep going. Now, several...
If you’ve been looking for support with communication or swallowing challenges, you might have come across terms like speech therapist, speech pathologist, or even SLP (Speech-Language Pathologist). While these titles can be confusing, the great news is that in...
At Kids First Children’s Services, we understand how important it is for children to feel confident and capable when learning to read and spell. That’s why our experienced speech pathologists use proven, evidence-based methods to build strong literacy skills in...
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...
When your child is facing communication challenges, it can feel overwhelming. Understanding how speech therapy works can be the first step toward getting the right support. In Australia, speech therapy helps children with a variety of issues that affect their ability...
