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The Speech Spot

The Speech Spot is a private practice with a team of Certified Practicing Speech Pathologists.

We assess & treat children & adolescents with speech & language difficulties, stuttering, feeding aversions, literacy difficulties & social communication & more

16/07/2025

‼️ Punctuation saves lives ‼️

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09/07/2025

📚 Struggling to get your child to sit and read a book? You’re not alone!

If your little one squirms, wanders off, or just isn’t interested in reading, don’t worry — that doesn’t mean they don’t love books! You may need to make a few changes to how you ‘read’ a book to them. Here are some simple, child-friendly ways to build a love for books — without forcing it.

✨ Let your child choose the book
When kids get to pick the book, they feel more in control and interested. Even if they pick the same one every night! Each time you can find a new way to ‘read’ that book to your child.

✨ You don’t need to read it word for word — describe the pictures or create your own version of the story
Children often learn best through conversation. Talk about what’s happening in the pictures, name objects, make up silly stories — make it fun and interactive!

✨ Let them turn the pages
Page-turning gives your child an active role. It also builds fine motor skills and helps them learn how books “work” — left to right, beginning to end.

✨ Face your child while reading
Being face-to-face helps your child see how you move your mouth, hear how you say words, and feel more connected. It’s also easier to maintain eye contact and build engagement.

✨ Pretend play parts of the story
Act out scenes, use toys as characters, or copy what the characters are doing. This builds imagination, comprehension, and vocabulary — all while having fun!

✨ Ask simple questions throughout
Try questions like “What do you see?”, “What’s going to happen next?”, or “How do you think he feels?” Open-ended questions build thinking skills and keep kids involved.

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🌟 Remember: It’s not about finishing the book — it’s about creating a joyful, shared experience that builds language and connection.

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16/06/2025

Keeping it real on Monday ☕️ 🙃

12/06/2025

👅 Explicit cueing is absolutely necessary for successful speech sound production and for enhancing the effectiveness of speech intervention!

Being explicit helps to clearly define the target sound for the client.

👅 where is the articulately contact?
👄 what does their tongue/teeth/lips needs to be
doing?
🗣️ where does the airflow go?

Examples:
🔹/l/: “place the tip of your tongue right behind your
top teeth and turn your voice on”.
🔹/f/: “Gently bite your bottom lip and blow air”
🔹/θ/: “place the tip of your tongue bettered your teeth
and blow air”.

‼️It’s also really important to remember to provide SPECIFIC feedback once production has been attempted.
This allows the client to understand the specific aspect of the sound production that needs improvement (e.g. placement, phonation), or helps them understand exactly what was correct about the production.

02/06/2025

♥️ Invisible struggles deserve visible support. Accomodations aren’t extras - they’re essentials 🛠️

28/05/2025

🥳 We are HIRING

❓Are you a Speech Pathologist seeking more freedom and flexibility in your career?
❓Want complete control of your caseload?
❓Eager to work around your lifestyle and achieve work-life balance?
❓Want continued Professional Development?
❓Fed up with KPI targets and restrictive structures?

🌟Join The Speech Spot! We’re looking for Graduate to Senior Speech Pathologists to join our dynamic team of 10 + speech pathologists! 🌟

📍Various role types available across Western & North Western Sydney and Mildura, VIC.

🔗Link in bio. Or DM us directly to find out more!

19/05/2025

🗣️Your child’s vocabulary at age 5 can shape their entire learning journey.

Long before they’re reading chapter books or writing stories, kids are building the language foundations that make those skills possible. 🧠📚

Research shows that children who start school with strong vocabulary and oral language skills are more likely to succeed in reading, writing, and learning across all subjects — not just in the early years, but right through into adulthood.

It’s not about “big words” — it’s about connection, conversation, and everyday interactions.

Here’s what helps:
🗣️ Talking with your child, not just to them
📖 Reading books and pausing to chat about the story
🎶 Singing songs and rhymes
🎲 Playing together and narrating what’s happening

💡 Every conversation builds brain pathways for learning.

Start early. Stay consistent. It makes a lifetime of difference!

14/05/2025

🗣️“Should I be able to understand what my child is saying?” If you’ve ever asked yourself this, you’re not alone!

As children grow, their speech becomes clearer — but how much you understand depends on who you are.

👩‍👦 Parents and caregivers usually understand more (because you know your child and their routines).
👂 Unfamiliar listeners (like teachers or family friends) understand less — and that’s totally normal!

🔍 Recent research shows that speech clarity develops gradually, and it’s expected that young children aren’t always understood by everyone.

💬 But if people often struggle to understand your child — even you — it might be time to speak with a speech pathologist.

✨ Early support can make a big difference in confidence, learning, and social connection!

📚 Based on research by Hustad et al. (2020, 2021), Flipsen (2006), Coplan & Gleason (1988).

30/04/2025

🧐 Research shows that interactive shared reading with young children SIGNIFICANTLY boosts their language skills, early literacy, and even their success at school later on.

It’s not just reading to your child — it’s reading with your child:
📕 Ask questions
📗 Talk about the pictures
📘 Predict what might happen next
📙 Relate the story to their own life

Every conversation around a book builds their brain!
Start young, stay consistent, and watch their language grow.

“Interactive shared reading experiences during early childhood significantly enhance language development, emergent literacy skills, and later academic outcomes.”
(Mol, Bus, & de Jong, 2022)

16/04/2025

🙋🏻‍♀️ Can anyone else relate?
I honestly just couldn’t play the Pop the Pig game again for the millionth time! I’ll eventually accidentally-on-purpose “find” it again when I’m mentally ready 😂

09/04/2025

🌍 Bilingualism Myths – Busted!

Let’s clear up some common myths:

🚫 Myth: Bilingualism causes language delays.
✅ Truth: Learning two languages does not delay speech — delays occur in all languages, not just one.

🚫 Myth: Mixing languages confuses children.
✅ Truth: Code-switching is totally normal and doesn’t mean a child is confused!

🚫 Myth: Parents should stop speaking one language if a child shows signs of delay.
✅ Truth: Don’t drop your home language! Children thrive when all their languages are supported. A strong first language actually helps with second language development.

🚫 Myth: It’s better to learn one language first
✅ Truth: Kids can learn two (or more!) languages from birth — early exposure is a huge advantage.

🚫 Myth: Bilingual kids will be behind at school
✅ Truth: Bilingualism can boost cognitive flexibility, problem-solving, and academic success!

👉 Want to learn more?
Head to our blog for more facts and tips on raising bilingual kids! 🔗 Link in bio.

26/03/2025

🗣️Supporting your child’s speech and language development is a rewarding journey, and as parents, you play a crucial role in nurturing their communication skills. The good news is that you can actively support your child’s language growth through simple, everyday activities!
Here are 10 tips to help foster communication skills at home:

1. Talk often – Narrate daily tasks to expose them to new words.
2. Read together – Simplify language to match their level.
3. Use simple language – Model more complex sentences.
4. Encourage play – Play-based activities promote language practice.
5. Let them lead – Follow their interests to keep them engaged.
6. Be patient – Give them time to respond.
7. Sing songs – Repetition helps with language skills.
8. Limit screen time – Focus on face-to-face interaction.
9. Model language gently – Correct mistakes naturally.
10. Seek support – Contact a speech pathologist if needed.

➡️If you want some more detailed information, comment LANGUAGE and I’ll message you the link! 🔗

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Barangaroo, NSW

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5:30pm
Thursday	9am - 5:30pm
Friday	9am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+61412623263

Website

http://www.thespeechspot.com.au/

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