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Lauren Ross Speech Therapy

Speech Buds: Pediatric Speech Therapists in Johannesburg.

Assessment & Intervention Of Difficulties & Delays Relating To:
🌸 Literacy
🌼 Fluency
🌻 Feeding
🌹Language
🌺 Auditory Processing
🏵️ Early Communication
💮 Speech Sound Production

26/08/2025

Storytime is crucial for a child's development - especially for children under the age of 5!

Try this when you read to your little one:
📚Talk about the pictures
🔀 Repeat favourite pages
🤪 Use silly voices
🙋 Let them lead!

Make it interactive!
Ask: “What do you see?”
Wait… then comment: “It’s a big dog!”

Books = Language GOLD
✅ Vocabulary
✅ Storytelling skills
✅ Turn-taking

20/08/2025

✨ What is Speech Therapy, really?
Well, it's not just about talking.

We support individuals with all kinds of difficulties, including:
- Late talking
- Understanding language
- Social communication
- Play skills
- Speech sounds
- Literacy & learning

💡 Why it matters:
✅ Builds confidence in everyday communication
✅ Reduces frustration
✅ Supports school readiness
✅ Strengthens relationships with family & friends

🌱 Early support = Big impact!
If your child is struggling to connect, we’re here to help. 💬

12/08/2025

Top Tips from Speech Therapists: Parallel Talk! 🗣

🎥 Watch the video for some simple tips and to see why it works!

Want to learn more?
https://speakplaylove.com/how-to-talk-to-your-toddler-to-increase-language-development/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SEG_85UH-fU
https://avazapp.com/blog/using-self-talk-and-parallel-talk-for-language-stimulation/

06/08/2025

Top Tips from Speech Therapists: O.W.L. to Connect and Communicate!

Want to support your child’s communication in everyday moments? Try the Hanen technique O.W.L. – a simple but powerful way to build connection and boost language development.

👀 Observe – Watch your child closely. What are they interested in? What are they trying to communicate?
😊 Wait – Pause before jumping in. Give your child time to take a turn, respond, or lead the interaction.
👂Listen – Tune in to all forms of communication: words, gestures, sounds, facial expressions.

💡 Why it works:
✅ Encourages your child to take the lead
✅ Builds their confidence and communication skills
✅ Helps you respond in ways that grow language naturally

🏠 Whether you’re reading, playing, or chatting during daily routines – O.W.L. helps you connect in a way that matters most.

💬 Curious about how to use this strategy with your child? Let’s talk! 📩

📧lauren@speechbuds.co.za
📲082 949 5374

30/07/2025

🥪 Snack Time = Talk Time! 🍓
Did you know snack time is one of the best times to support your child’s language skills? 💬🧠

Here’s how to turn those bites into brilliant conversation:
✅ Offer choices (e.g. “apple or banana?”)
✅ Pause before giving the snack
✅ Model short phrases (“Juice, please!”)
✅ Expand on what your child says (“Banana” ➡️ “You want more banana! 🍌”)

💡 Why it works:
Snack time is natural, routine, and full of chances for kids to make requests, name things, and hear new words. Plus - it keeps learning fun and low-pressure!

🎥 Watch the video for simple ways to turn snack time into talk time!

24/07/2025

You made a silly mistake during play — now what?
🤡 You called a banana a “phone”
🧢 You put socks on your hands
🐶 You said the dog says “moo”

The trick is to wait!

🧠 Give your child a chance to notice and respond.
👶 Young children often need more time to process what they’re hearing and to find the words to respond. If we jump in too fast… we might miss a golden communication moment!

✅ So next time you play, try this:
1️⃣ Make a playful mistake
2️⃣ Pause and look expectant 😄
3️⃣ Wait at least 5 seconds (it feels long - but it’s worth it!)

🗣️ Many kids will correct you, laugh, or even repeat your mistake in their own way - all of which builds language skills.

Read more: https://www.mytoddlertalks.com/kims-blog/2022/10/6/oops-how-to-use-sabotage-to-get-a-toddler-to-communicate

23/07/2025

📣 LANGUAGE HACK FOR PARENTS: Make Silly Mistakes on Purpose!
Want a fun way to get your child talking? Try doing things wrong on purpose! 🙃

❌ Put a shoe on your head
❌ Call a dog a cat
❌ Label something the wrong colour

😆 These playful mistakes catch your child’s attention and give them a reason to speak up:
🗣️ “Nooo, that’s not a hat!”
🐱 “That’s a dog, not a cat!”
💙 “That's not blue, it's red!"

💡 Why it works: Children love to correct grown-ups! These funny “errors” spark giggles AND language. It encourages them to think, notice, and talk - all while keeping playtime fun and pressure-free.

Give it a try today and see what your little one says! 🎉🧠

16/07/2025

🧸 Help Us Spread Hope This Mandela Day! 🌍💛

This Mandela Day, Hope Studio is partnering with the Light House Baby Shelter to collect much-needed donations for little ones in need. 🍼👶

👐 You can help by donating something off of the wishlist. Swipe through the images to see more, or find the wishlist here: http://www.thelighthousebabyshelter.co.za/

📍 Drop-off point:
Hope Studio
107 Pritchard Street, Olivedale

🗓️ Drop-off times:
Mon–Fri: 08:00–17:00
Saturday: 08:00–12:00

📅 Deadline: 17 July

Let’s honour Nelson Mandela’s legacy by giving 67 minutes - and more - of care and kindness. Every item helps a child feel safe, loved, and supported. 💫

Together, we can make a difference. 💙

09/07/2025

📚 Speech Buds is taking the time to highlight our favourite children's authors!
Reading to your child is a bonding experience that sparks imagination and supports speech and language development! 🧠💬

This week's author: Eric Hill 🐶📦
(Creator of the classic Spot series!)

Here’s why we love his books:

👀 Lift-the-flap format keeps kids engaged + curious
🔁 Simple, repetitive language encourages participation
📚 Predictable story structure supports early comprehension
🐾 Everyday themes help kids connect language to real life

💡 Tip: Pause before lifting the flap and ask, “Where’s Spot?” to build anticipation and turn-taking. Let your child guess or point - it’s a fun way to support early conversation skills! 🎉📖

08/07/2025

📣 LANGUAGE HACK FOR PARENTS: Narrate, Don’t Interrogate!

When your child is playing, it’s so tempting to ask a million questions…

❌ “What’s that?”
❌ “What colour is it?”
❌ “What are you doing?”

👀 But constant questions can feel like a test to little ones - and may actually shut down conversation.

✅ Instead, try narrating what your child is doing:

🧸 “You’re stacking the blocks so high!”
🚗 “Wow, the red car is going fast!”
🖍️ “You’re drawing a big circle with your blue crayon.”

💬 This builds vocabulary, keeps the pressure off, and invites your child to join the conversation naturally.
Try it today and watch how your little one responds! 👶✨

04/07/2025

Top Tips from Speech Therapists: R.O.C.K. Your Conversations!

Want to help your child build stronger communication skills during play? Try the Hanen strategy 'R.O.C.K.' – a powerful way to support back-and-forth interaction!

🎯 Here's what R.O.C.K. stands for:
🔁 Repeat what you say – Use the same words and phrases to help your child understand.
🧒 Offer opportunities – Pause and wait, giving your child a chance to take a turn.
💬 Cue your child – Use prompts (like gestures or choices) to help them respond.
👏 Keep it fun and keep it going – Follow their lead and stay playful!

💡 Why it works:
✅ Encourages turn-taking (the foundation for conversations!)
✅ Builds understanding and communication skills
✅ Keeps play connected, fun, and child-led

🏠 Whether you're at home, at the park, or playing with toys, R.O.C.K. helps make every moment a chance to grow language!

💬 Want personalized tips for your child’s communication? Let’s chat! 📩

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Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	08:00 - 14:00

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+27678613620

Website

https://speechbuds.co.za/

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