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Inner West Paediatrics

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Inner West Paediatrics

We are a multidisciplinary practice providing tailored Speech Pathology and Occupational Therapy Services in Sydney’s Inner West for children.

At Inner West Paediatrics, we specialise in providing individualised therapy for children who experience challenges with communication and social interactions, fine and gross motor skills, motor planning, sensory processing, interacting with and developing meaningful relationships with peers, play skills and behaviour. Our therapists use a holistic approach to assessment and intervention, and work closely with families and other stakeholders to set goals and implement tailored strategies in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

12/01/2026

🎯 Strategies to support Speech Sound Development: Be a Speech Role Model
Want to support your child’s speech at home? Start with YOU! Speak clearly and slowly, and gently emphasise sounds during everyday conversations.

➡️ “Wow, look at the ssssun!” 🌞
Model the correct pronunciation naturally — it helps children hear and learn how sounds are used!

🌐 Learn more about how Inner West Paediatrics can support your child's speech sound development: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/speech-sound-development

👉 Reach out to our Speech Pathology team at Inner West Paediatrics for friendly, evidence-based guidance.
📞 (02) 9560 8905 | 📧 info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au

18/12/2025

Is Snoring in Kids Normal?

😴💭 Many parents think snoring is harmless — but it could be a sign of sleep-disordered breathing, which can affect:
🧠 Behaviour and focus
🌱 Growth and development
🗣️ Speech and feeding
😮‍💨 Breathing patterns

Our speech pathologists offer orofacial myofunctional assessments to explore what’s going on and support better sleep, breathing and wellbeing.

📞 Call (02) 9560 8905 to book
🌐 Read the blog to learn more: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/my-child-snores-is-that-normal

17/12/2025

Ever wondered what really happens in a group therapy session? 💬🎨

Our small, supportive groups bring children together to share ideas, practise new skills and cheer each other on. With our speech pathologists and occupational therapists guiding the fun, every child leaves a little more confident and connected. 💛

Contact Inner West Paediatrics today to chat about upcoming group sessions - we’ll help you find the right fit for your child! 🌻
👉 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/group-programs

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

17/12/2025

🧠 Book Spotlight: The Whole-Brain Child 📚✨

One of our top recommendations for parents and educators is The Whole-Brain Child by Dr. Dan Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson.

This insightful book explains how a child’s brain develops and offers practical strategies to nurture healthy emotional and intellectual growth.

Why we love it:
💡 Breaks down complex neuroscience into clear, easy-to-use strategies
🤝 Helps parents respond to big emotions with empathy and connection
🌱 Encourages integration between the emotional and logical parts of the brain
🏡 Practical tools that can be used at home or in the classroom

It’s a fantastic resource for anyone wanting to better understand children’s behaviour, strengthen relationships, and support resilience from the inside out. 💬

11/12/2025

🍎 You asked, we’re diving in!
“How can feeding therapy help my child?” Let’s unpack it together - from fussy eating to mealtime meltdowns, our team’s here to make food fun again.

💡 Curious to learn more about how we help kids thrive? Click to the link below!
https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/feeding-therapy.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

09/12/2025

💧 Handwriting Tip: Try Water Writing! ✍️
Looking for a fun, mess-free way to practice handwriting at home?

Water writing is a magical and effective activity that builds correct letter formation skills through play. All you need is:
🖌️ A paintbrush
💧 A cup of water
🪵 A chalkboard, driveway, or fence

Let your child “paint” letters with water. As the water disappears, they can trace back over it with chalk for extra practice. This is a great way to reinforce the shape and strokes of each letter, without pressure or mess!

Perfect for visual and kinesthetic learners!

👉 Reach out to our team at Inner West Paediatrics for friendly, evidence-based guidance.
📞 (02) 9560 8905 | 📧 info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au | 🌐 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/Therapy

07/12/2025

📚 Speechie Monique's Tip: Combining Toddler Seek and Find with Little People animals! ✨

🔍 Why it’s a winner:
✨ Simple, bright pictures that you can match to real-life objects for added fun 🧸🍎
🗣️ Great for learning verbs like “find,” “see,” and “look” 👀
👐 Encourages pointing 👉, naming 🗣️, and turn-taking 🔄
🚗 Lots of variety to suit all interests, including themes like transport 🚜, animals 🐶, and home 🏠
💬 Helping toddlers put words together, from single words ("dog!" 🐕) to two-word phrases ("find dog" 🐕🔍)

04/12/2025

✨ Early Language Tip ✨

Instead of asking lots of questions, try turning them into comments!

❌ “What’s that?”
✅ “That’s a big red ball!”

❌ “Are you drinking juice?”
✅ “You’re drinking juice.”

👉 Why? Comments reduce pressure, model new words, and give your child space to join in when they’re ready. This helps build language in a natural, stress-free way.

💡 Try swapping some of your questions for comments today!

03/12/2025

🌟 Book Recommendation: The Power of Showing Up 🌟

Have you ever wondered what truly shapes a child’s future beyond school grades or extracurriculars? The Power of Showing Up by Daniel J. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson brings clarity and comfort. Drawing on attachment science and interpersonal neurobiology, it shows that what children need most isn't perfection - it’s consistent, loving presence.

They introduce the Four S’s - Safe, Seen, Soothed, Secure - as the keys to building secure attachment and emotional resilience in children. And the best part? It doesn’t require hours of elaborate routines, just authentic connection and responsiveness.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver, educator or simply someone who loves seeing kids thrive, this book offers a simple yet profound philosophy: presence matters. Every moment counts.

Let’s show up meaningfully, compassionately, and consistently. This book is the perfect reminder of how powerful that truly is.
💬 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us

30/11/2025

📚 Team Book Recommendation 📚

Georgia, our Occupational Therapist, has a wonderful book recommendation for kiddos facing fears or aversions to going to the toilet. 💩

"It Hurts When I P**p" by Howard Bennett is a great read to help children feel validated and less alone in their experiences with toilet training. Georgia says:

"I love to recommend this book to families and read it with kids who are experiencing fears or aversions to doing a poo and sitting on the toilet. It’s so reassuring for children when they realise they’re not the only ones going through it. It helps them understand that it’s okay to feel nervous and encourages them to try again."

💬 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us

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27/11/2025

🎉 Toileting Tip: Make Toileting Fun and Positive!

Kids learn best through play—so make the bathroom a positive space:
🐻 Act it out with dolls or teddies (e.g., “Teddy needs to do a wee!”)
🎵 Sing songs together on the toilet (try The Wiggles’ Toilet Song!)
🫧 Use bubbles or a special toy to keep things relaxed

When toileting is enjoyable and pressure-free, kids are more likely to want to join in!

25/11/2025

🌟 Book Spotlight: Zoya – The Stuttering Star 🌟

Written by teen author Sathvega Somasundaram, Zoya: The Stuttering Star is a heartwarming children’s book that transforms stuttering into a superpower! ✨

Inspired by the author’s own experiences, it follows Zoya — a brave girl who learns to embrace her unique voice, stand up to bullies, and shine brightly by showing that differences can be magical.

Why we love it:
💬 A positive and affirming representation of stuttering
🌈 Empowers children to celebrate what makes them unique
🤝 Encourages self-acceptance, resilience, and kindness
📚 An inspiring read for children who stutter and for anyone learning about embracing differences

This book is a wonderful reminder that our voices — in all their forms — are powerful and worth celebrating! 💛

💬 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us

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Level 1, 256 Norton Street
Leichhardt, NSW
2040

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm

Telephone

+61295608905

Website

https://linktr.ee/innerwestpaediatrics, http://innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/

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