Talking at Tiffany’s

14/01/2026

A common question I hear is "Does a Speech Delay Always Mean Autism?"
No, and Here’s Why

It’s easy to worry when your child isn’t talking as expected—but a speech delay doesn’t automatically mean autism. Many 3-year-olds with delayed speech are not autistic. Some are simply developing at their own pace, while others may benefit from short-term speech therapy or support for something like a mild speech sound disorder. In some cases, a speech delay is part of a broader developmental delay but even then, it’s not the same as autism.

Here are a few signs that your child’s speech delay may not be related to autism:
* Strong social communication skils: Your child makes eye contact, responds to their name, and enjoys playing with others.
* Good comprehension: They follow simple instructions like “Time to clean your teeth. Let's go to the bathroom” or “Put it on the table,” even if they’re not speaking much yet.
* Use of gestures: They point, wave, or shake their head to communicate wants and needs.
* Steady progress: Even if slower than average, your child is picking up new words, sounds, or phrases over time.

I’m happy to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your child’s speech and language skills or to arrange an assessment.

Scan the QR code to fill in my intial enquiry form or
Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au
Mobile: 0478 836 470

19/12/2025

Wishing all my amazing clients, their families and my supportive friends a very happy and safe Christmas and New Year. May 2026 be a year of peace, kindness and increasing love and happiness for all.

I'll be back in the office and on the road from Monday 5th January 2026. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns about speech and language development or therapy for yourself or your children. I offer a first free meet and greet to potential new clients as well as full speech and langauge assessments plus reports.

Email: tiffany@talkingattiffanys.com.au or
Mobile: 0478 836 470

28/11/2025

SWNG Christmas Party 2025
Networking in the MacArthur Area
PM me for details about how to join this awesome local networking group. Not for profit. Reasonable membership fees. Referrals and connection.

02/11/2025

Thank you to the team at No Home My Home for holding an Aussie Bush Dance last night at the Camden Equestrian Park to raise money for their amazing charity. It was great to hear about local people working tirelessly to put together these life changing bags full of useful new supplies for people who don't have a place to call home.

If you would like to support No Home My Home in any way (by donating, volunteering, or keeping an eye out for appropriate grants) contact
Email: nohomemyhome@gmail.com
Mobile: 0491 645 436

20/10/2025

Many of the children I see for speech and language therapy hesitate to try new things because they are afraid of making mistakes.

It's important to talk to our children about mistakes. It’s ok to make mistakes. We all make mistakes. We can learn from mistakes.
E.g. if a baby gave up trying to walk the first time they stood up and fell over they would have to crawl for the rest of their lives. Do we get angry with that same baby because they fell over the first time they tried? No, of course not.

If your child is struggling with a “fear of making a mistake” try saying things like:
“This looks hard but I’d like you to have a try.”
“Good on you for giving it a go”
“I loved the way you tried to do that even though it was hard/tricky”
“Try again”
“It’s ok if you don’t get it right the first time”

Talking about your own mistakes helps normalise mistakes for your child.
“Everyone makes mistakes”
Point out when you make a mistake - e.g. “Oops I took the wrong turn. I forgot where I was going. That’s ok because we can go another way.”
“Oh dear, I didn’t put tomato sauce on your meat pie. Thanks for reminding me.”
“I forgot you had a dentist appointment yesterday. I'll have to call them today."

If you have found these ideas helpful please let me know in the comments or if you have other questions about speech and language therapy contact me on.

Mobile: 0478 836 470
Email: talkingattiffanys21@gmail.com

18/10/2025

Spent a couple of hours volunteering at the BBQ at the Mawarra Public School carnival today. It was nice to return to my old primary school and give a bit back to this fantastic school which was first established in 1972.

15/10/2025

For some parents the pressure of everyday living and providing financially for their children can be overwhelming. The cost of other supports such as speech therapy can add up quickly.

The following options for paying for speech therapy sessions at Talking at Tiffany's are available:

Medicare Care Plan - you will need a referral from your GP for up to 5 sessions of speech therapy under a chronic condition management plan. The government pays a portion of the cost of the therapy session which means there is still an out of pocket expense of approx $60 per session.

Private Health Insurance - check with your health fund that you have the appropriate cover for speech pathology services, they have my provider number and how much the out of pocket expense is.
You cannot claim both a private health insurance rebate and a Medicare rebate for the same therapy session.

NDIS funding - for clients who are plan managed or self managed.

If you would like to discuss payment options for speech therapy or have questions or concerns about your child's speech and language development please contact me. Scan the QR code to be directed to my intake form.

Mobile: 0478 836 470
Email: talkingattiffanys21@gmail.com

15/10/2025

Are you looking for a local Occupational Therapist? In clinic and mobile.

15/10/2025

29/09/2025

The Importance of 1:1 Interactions with Children.
In a face paced and busy world how often do we stop and spend quality 1:1 time with our children? Children are constantly bombarded with sensory information and it is easy for them to become overwhelmed.

Even 5-10 minutes of 1:1 face to face interaction in a quiet environment can improve a child’s ability to speak and understand. We all long for connection and a few minutes each day listening and talking to your child can improve their self esteem, self confidence and their feelings of connection with you.

SUGGESTIONS:
Set aside 5-10 minutes each day and stop. Put aside the phone, turn off the music in the background, clear the area of distractions and face your child and look at them. Leave space for your child to talk to you but don’t let them just talk AT you. Taking turns in a conversation is an important skill. Even be specific and say “I’m going to have a turn talking and then you can have a turn talking.”

Encourage your child to listen to you when you are speaking and focus on you as much as they can for their age. When your child is speaking, listen to what they are saying and get them to repeat themselves if you don’t understand what they have said. This is a great way for your child to practise talking in a safe environment with someone they know and trust without feeling “wrong” or “corrected”.

For other information or ideas about how to improve your child’s talking and listening skills free to contact me on

Mobile: 0478 836 470 or Email: talkingattiffanys21@gmail.com

23/09/2025

Fantastic Olivia Noble! You are one amazing professional.