Bloom Speech Pathology

09/04/2026

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03/03/2026

You don't need flashcards or special activities to build your child's vocabulary. Research shows that everyday moments offer powerful opportunities for language learning.

This Hanen Tips Sheet shares simple, research-based strategies you can use during daily routines like mealtimes, cleaning the floor and book reading to introduce new words in ways that help them stick.

Learn how to make the most of the moments you already have.

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01/03/2026

26/02/2026

We look forward to helping more children get the therapy they need. Get in touch with us to book your child’s speech assessment.

12/02/2026

Make 2026 your year to expand your sign vocabulary! Attend a Key Word Sign workshop near you.

11/02/2026

What happens when the therapist takes the lead in your child’s early intervention sessions? Research shows that parent involvement makes a powerful difference. This article explores parents’ real experiences and shares four practical ways for you to get more involved with your child’s early intervention.

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20/10/2025

Pointing is much more than just one of those cute things that babies do! It marks a huge milestone in a child’s development.

Read on to find out why and what you can do to encourage your child to point.
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03/10/2025

03/03/2025

A great article about how to get your child engaged with you while book reading.

Sharing books is a great way to build your child’s language and early literacy skills. But what if your child doesn’t seem interested in books or doesn’t pay attention for long? Here are some ideas to try out: https://bit.ly/41AMfxZ

24/02/2025

Your child learns to communicate by participating in enjoyable interactions with you about the things that matter to them. It’s within these everyday interactions that the language you use is most motivating for your child to learn. So, if you are on your phone, your child has fewer opportunities to learn to communicate.

During a busy day, it’s natural to turn to your smartphone, but new research suggests that small changes in how and when you use your phone may have a big effect on your child’s opportunities for language learning.

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21/02/2025

AFL season is almost here. A quick update today for a crows fan on ProLoQuo to add in the new players. A robust AAC system has a combination of core and fringe vocabulary.
Go Crows!!

20/02/2025

The Hanen Centre have well researched strategies to help your child interact and communicate. Ask our Hanen trained speech pathologists how we can help your child.

Children’s vocabulary grows when they participate in conversations and hear new words. To help a child understand a new word, use the following strategy during book reading!

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