Exeter Speech & Language Therapy

Visual timetables and now/next boards can be really useful tools for supporting children to understand what is going to happen in their day. They can be particularly useful during the school holidays for children who might find it difficult when there is less of a routine.

Are you a parent of a child who stammers? Stamma is a fantastic charity with a great website full of tips and advice. They also run regular online support groups. Sign up here:

Parent 2 Parent Stammering Support Groups STAMMA's free online support groups for parents/guardians of children who stammer.

It's been a little while since I posted any tips and advice. I've been on maternity leave but I am now back and taking on new clients.

As mentioned in previous posts, using signing is a great way to support your little one's language and communication development. Here is the sign for 'hot' which might be useful in this heatwave we are having!

Makaton Sign Of The Week - 'hot' (feeling hot) Makaton for 'hot' (feeling hot)This is our family channel for Makaton. Please subscribe to see our daily signs! #...

Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) is a brain difference that makes using and understanding language hard. There are thought to be 2 children in every class of 30 with DLD and it is 5 times more common than Autism. With the right support individuals with DLD can thrive. This video by Lily Farringdon explains her lived experience of DLD.

Lily Farrington's Amazing Developmental Language Disorder Animation Lily, a young woman with Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) explains what it is like to live with this condition. Everyone who watches this video will lea...

Being bilingual is a fantastic skill. If you have questions, from a speech and language perspective, about raising a bilingual child, this article has some great tips and advice.

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A speech therapist's advice on how to raise a bilingual baby Should you speak more than one language in the house? Do bilingual babies talk later? Speech and language therapist Monal Gajjar talks about bringing up children in bilingual households.

Selective Mutism is an anxiety disorder where a child experiences high levels of anxiety about speaking in specific situations. This can mean that they are unable to speak in these situations. Children with other speech and language difficulties can also experience more general anxiety related to their talking. These tips from the Selective Mutism Association are helpful for supporting any child with anxiety.

It can be hard to know how to support your child through their anxiety, but sometimes, the simplest words can make all the difference.

Comforting phrases like these can help them feel seen and understood.

These small moments of reassurance not only validate their feelings but also give you a better understanding of what they really need. 🧡

Getting out into nature can have many benefits to children and parents alike. It can also be a great way to support children's speech and language development. Going on a listening walk can help develop their attention and listening skills and their early sound awareness skills. Getting out and about can also be a great way to introduce new vocabulary. What new words could you introduce to your little one when out and about? Remember, repetition is key when introducing new words.

Exploring nature with kids in springtime It comes as no surprise that most little ones love playing outdoors - but did you know just how good it is for them?

Using signing alongside the key words you use with your child is a great way to support their communication. Research show us that it positively encourages the development of your child's language and communication skills so dont worry, it wont stop them from speaking. The key is to speak and sign at the same time. Here is the makaton sign for spring.

Makaton for 'spring' (season) 🌷🌻 How to sign the season spring in Makaton. This is our family channel for Makaton awareness. Please do subscribe if you would like to follow. #...

Not sure if your child is on track with development of their speech, language and communication skills? Each child is different but these Ages and Stages guides are a useful place to start. There's advice on supporting children at each stage here too.

Ages and stages Our guide to the typical stages of speech and language development in babies, children and young people.

Singing nursery rhymes with your little one is another fantastic way to develop those early communication skills and supports the development of other skills such as motor skills. Find out more here:

Benefits of singing nursery rhymes: Why are nursery rhymes good for babies? Why do we sing traditional nursery rhymes? Whether you're singing nursery rhymes with actions, at bedtime, with your toddler or your baby, one thing is for certain - you're helping their development in loads of ways. Find out more about the benefits of famous nursery rhymes on this page...

It's National Storytelling Week!

Reading books with your child is a great way to develop a range of communication skills, from vocabulary to sound awareness skills.

The page below has lots of useful information and advice.

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