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All Things Speech Pathology, 7/48 Thuringowa Drive, Townsville (2025)

05/08/2025

💬 What Do Speech Pathologists Actually Do? Let’s Break It Down! 🧠👂🗣️
Speech pathology is about so much more than just helping with pronunciation! At All Things Speech Pathology, we support communication and swallowing across the lifespan—and it looks different for every person. Here's a peek at what we help with:

🔤 Speech Sound Disorders – Helping children say sounds clearly so others can understand them.
🧠 Language Delays & Disorders – Supporting children who have trouble understanding or using words, sentences, and stories.
⏸️ Stuttering – Helping kids (and adults) who repeat sounds, stretch words, or get “stuck” when speaking.
💬 AAC (Augmentative & Alternative Communication) – Using visuals, signs, or devices to support those who don’t use spoken words.
🍽️ Swallowing & Feeding – Helping people who have difficulty chewing, swallowing, or safely eating and drinking.
🧒 Social Communication – Building skills for turn-taking, understanding social cues, and making connections.

🧡 Every person communicates in their own way—and we’re here to support that, whether it’s through speech, signs, gestures, or devices.

💬 Because communication isn’t just about talking—it’s about connecting.

01/08/2025

💬 When to Seek Help from a Speech Pathologist 🤔📞
Not sure if your child or student needs speech therapy? You're not alone! 💡 Early support can make a big difference—so here are some signs to look out for:

👶 For toddlers and preschoolers:
🔹 Not using words by 18 months
🔹 Hard to understand compared to other kids their age
🔹 Limited eye contact, gestures, or social interaction
🔹 Trouble following simple directions

🧒 For school-aged children:
🔸 Difficulty pronouncing sounds or words clearly
🔸 Struggles with understanding or using language
🔸 Trouble telling stories or expressing ideas
🔸 Challenges with reading, writing, or spelling
🔸 Stuttering or getting “stuck” on words

💭 If you’ve ever thought:
🔹 “I’m not sure what they’re saying.”
🔹 “Other kids seem to be talking more.”
🔹 “They’re getting frustrated trying to communicate.”
…it might be time to chat with a speech pathologist.
💙 We’re here to listen, guide, and support your child’s journey to confident communication—whatever that looks like for them.

14/07/2025

🖤💛❤️ Communication Looks Different in Every Culture 🌏💬

As we reflect on NAIDOC Week, we honour and celebrate the rich cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples—and that includes how communication is understood, expressed, and passed on.

✨ In speech pathology, it’s important to remember:
💬 Communication is not one-size-fits-all.
🌿 In many First Nations cultures:
🔹 Storytelling is a powerful way to share knowledge, values, and history
🔹 Yarning (open, respectful conversation) builds trust and connection
🔹 Non-verbal cues, like body language, silence, and gesture, carry deep meaning
🔹 Eye contact may be used differently—it’s not always a sign of engagement or respect, and that’s okay

As speech pathologists, we’re committed to providing support that’s culturally safe, respectful, and inclusive. That means listening, learning, and recognising the many beautiful ways people communicate—in their own language, their own way, and with their own voice.

🖤 Every culture has its own rhythm and story. Let’s honour them all.

27/06/2025

❄️ Winter School Holidays Update ❄️
As we head into the winter break, please take note of our team’s upcoming leave dates. There will be no speech pathology sessions with your clinician during their individual leave periods listed below.

🗓️ Staff Leave Dates:

Miss Krysten: Away from Wednesday, 18th June, returning Tuesday, 8th July

Miss Kiara: Away from Friday, 20th June, returning Wednesday, 25th June

Miss Sarah: Away from Monday, 23rd June, returning Friday, 27th June

Miss Megan: Not taking leave – sessions will continue as usual

Miss Rosie: Away from Monday, 16th June, returning Monday, 14th July – she’s off to Vanuatu and New Caledonia! We can’t wait to hear all about her adventure 🌴✈️

Thank you for your understanding and support during the holiday season. Stay warm and enjoy the break! ☃️💬
– The Team at All Things Speech Pathology

21/06/2025

💐 Big Congratulations to Miss Rosie! 💍🎉
Our team is bursting with joy as we celebrate a very special moment—Miss Rosie, our wonderful practice manager, is officially a Mrs.! 💕👰

Rosie is the warm smile that greets every family, the calming voice on the phone, and the heart of our front desk. Now, she’s also a beautiful bride!

We’re so lucky to have her as part of our clinic family, and we couldn’t be happier to celebrate this new chapter in her life.

🌟 Wishing you a lifetime of love, laughter, and happiness, Rosie!
Leave her some love below 💌👇

15/06/2025

🧸 Stages of Play & Language Growth 💬✨
Did you know that the way your child plays is closely linked to how their language skills grow? As children move through different stages of play, their communication becomes more complex too! 🧠👶🗣️
Here’s a quick look at the Stages of Play and how they support language development:
🔹 1. Solitary Play (Birth–2 yrs)
Your child plays alone, exploring objects and sounds.
🎯 Language link: Babbling, single words, learning through watching and touching.
🔹 2. Parallel Play (2–3 yrs)
Children play next to others, but not quite together yet.
🎯 Language link: Naming objects, repeating words, building vocabulary by listening.
🔹 3. Associative Play (3–4 yrs)
Children begin to interact and share toys, though play isn’t fully coordinated.
🎯 Language link: Asking questions, using short sentences, starting turn-taking in conversations.
🔹 4. Cooperative Play (4+ yrs)
Kids now play together with shared goals—like building a fort or playing house.
🎯 Language link: Longer conversations, negotiating, storytelling, and using imagination to express ideas.
💡 As speech pathologists, we love using play to help children connect, create, and communicate. Each stage brings new opportunities to support speech and language!
🌟 Every child moves through these stages in their own time—there’s no rush, just play!

10/06/2025

🧸🌍 Happy International Day of Play! 🎉
Today we’re celebrating the power of play—because play isn’t just fun, it’s how children learn to communicate, connect, and grow! 💬🧠

🌟 In the early years, play is the foundation of language development. Whether your child is stacking blocks, pretending to be a superhero, or having a teddy bear tea party, they’re also:
🔹 Learning new words
🔹 Practising turn-taking and conversation
🔹 Exploring emotions and social skills
🔹 Building attention and problem-solving
💡 You don’t need fancy toys—face-to-face play, everyday routines, and imagination are some of the best tools for growing language!

💬 Speech pathologists love using play to support early communication. Because when children play, they're not just having fun—they're learning to share their voice with the world. 💙
Let’s protect play, encourage connection, and keep learning joyful!

03/06/2025

🤧 Feeling sick? We’d love to see you — just not your germs!

If you’re unwell, please stay home, rest up, and look after yourself. We’re always happy to reschedule your appointment — no drama at all.

Flick us an email at reception@atsp.net.au or send an SMS to 0411 255 504, and we’ll sort a new time for you.

Thanks for helping us keep All Things Speech Pathology a happy, healthy space 💛

02/06/2025

Play is so much more than fun—it’s how children naturally learn to communicate! Here’s how it supports key parts of language development:
🔤 1. Vocabulary Building
When children play, they’re hearing and using words in context—whether they’re naming animals in a book, “cooking” pretend pasta, or zooming a car while saying “go!”.
🧠 This helps them understand what words mean and when to use them. Repetition through play strengthens memory and understanding!
🔁 2. Turn-Taking & Conversation Skills
Play teaches kids the basics of back-and-forth interaction.
🗣️ Taking turns with toys, responding to pretend questions (“Do you want tea?”), or joining in a game all mirror the skills needed for real-life conversations.
✨ Even simple games like peek-a-boo or rolling a ball back and forth teach early social communication!
💬 3. Expressing Ideas & Feelings
Through play, children learn to express wants, share stories, and explore emotions. Pretend play, especially, allows kids to use more complex sentences and creative language (“The dragon is sleeping! Shh!”).
🎭 It also gives space for children to process real-world experiences in a way that feels safe and engaging.
💙 At our clinic, we use play-based speech therapy because it’s natural, motivating, and so effective for little learners! Every silly sound, shared giggle, or pretend tea party is building a strong foundation for communication.
🧸 Play with your child today—it’s one of the most powerful ways to support their language journey.

21/05/2025

📖 How Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) Affects Reading & Writing ✍️

Did you know that Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) can impact more than just talking? Many children with CAS also face challenges with reading, spelling, and writing because speech and literacy skills are closely connected!

🔎 How CAS Can Affect Literacy:
🔹 Difficulty with phonological awareness – Trouble breaking words into sounds, which makes reading and spelling harder.
🔹 Struggles with letter-sound connections – Knowing what a letter is but having difficulty remembering how it sounds.
🔹 Challenges with spelling – Words may be spelled inconsistently, just like how speech errors can be inconsistent.
🔹 Trouble sounding out words – Difficulty blending sounds together to read new words.

💙 How Can We Help?
✅ Speech therapy helps build strong sound awareness skills.
✅ Multisensory learning (visuals, movement, hands-on activities) makes reading & writing more engaging.
✅ Patience & practice – Every child learns at their own pace, and progress takes time!

🌟 If your child has CAS, early support for literacy is just as important as speech therapy! Talk to a speech therapist or reading specialist for strategies to help.

18/05/2025

🗣️ Signs of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS) – What Parents Should Know 💙

Every child develops speech at their own pace, but some children have difficulty learning how to say words—even when they know what they want to say. This could be a sign of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS), a motor planning speech disorder.
✨ Does your child…
🔹 Say the same word differently each time? (e.g., “puppy” → “puh-pee” one day, “uppy” the next)
🔹 Struggle to copy words or sounds, even if they try?
🔹 Move their mouth a lot but have trouble getting words out?
🔹 Have a harder time with longer words than shorter ones?
🔹 Understand everything but have trouble saying what they mean?
🔹 Get frustrated when trying to talk?

💙 How can speech therapy help?
CAS is different from other speech delays, and children need specialized therapy to improve their speech skills. A speech pathologist can help your child find their voice in a way that feels natural and supportive.

🌟 If you’re concerned about your child’s speech, you’re not alone! Reach out to a speech therapist for guidance—early support makes a big difference. 💬💙

16/05/2025

🚨 Apraxia Myths vs. Facts! 🗣️💙
There are many misconceptions about Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)—let’s set the record straight! ✅

❌ Myth: “Kids with apraxia are just late talkers.”
✅ Fact: CAS is a neurological speech disorder, not a delay. Children with apraxia struggle with motor planning, making it difficult to coordinate speech movements. They need specialized therapy to develop clear speech.

❌ Myth: “Speech therapy once a week is enough.”
✅ Fact: Kids with CAS need frequent, intensive therapy focused on motor planning and repetition. More practice = more progress!

❌ Myth: “Apraxia is caused by laziness or bad behavior.”
✅ Fact: Children with CAS want to communicate—their brains just have trouble sending the right signals to their speech muscles. They need support, not pressure.

❌ Myth: “If they just try harder, they’ll talk fine.”
✅ Fact: CAS is not about effort—it’s about how the brain processes speech movements. Encouraging alternative communication methods (like AAC or gestures) helps reduce frustration and support communication while speech skills develop.

💙 Spreading awareness about CAS helps children get the right support!

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