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💬 We offer paediatric speech therapy services in Midstream & Centurion. 🧒🏼🧠

31/07/2025

Some toddlers are chatty early on. Others take their time. But when is a speech delay something to look into?

A "late talker" is a toddler between 18 and 30 months who understands language, plays well, and interacts socially, but uses fewer words than expected for their age.

Here are key milestones to keep in mind:
✨By 18 months: a child should use at least 20 words, including a variety of nouns, verbs, adjectives, prepositions, and social words.
✨By 24 months: a child should use at least 100 words and begin combining two words in simple, original phrases like “doggie gone” or “eat cookie”.

Phrases like “thank you” or “all gone” don’t count toward word combinations if they’re memorised chunks of language.

If your child hasn’t reached these milestones, it doesn’t always mean there’s a long-term issue; however, it’s a good idea to speak with a speech-language therapist. Early support can build strong communication foundations and reduce frustration for both you and your child.

Every word matters, and early action can make all the difference. 💬👶

30/07/2025

💬 What do we mean when we talk about “language”?

Language is more than words, it’s how we share ideas, ask for help, tell stories, and connect.

Some children struggle with understanding (receptive language), while others find it hard to express themselves (expressive language).

🚸 Trouble following instructions, answering questions, naming objects, or making sentences may be signs your little one needs support.

With the right guidance, language skills can grow! 💛

29/07/2025

✨ What is speech therapy, really?

Speech therapy is so much more than just learning to say sounds correctly. It’s about helping children find their voice, express themselves with confidence, and connect with the world around them.

From speech delays to stuttering, language challenges to voice or feeding difficulties, we work with your child in a fun, practical way to support their communication journey.

It’s all about giving them the tools to express themselves clearly and thrive! 💬💛

26/07/2025

Did you know toy food sets 🥕🍌🥦 can be powerful tools for language learning?
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Pretend play with cutting fruit and veggies isn’t just great for imagination, it’s a powerful way to support early language development. Here’s how you can use it at home:
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✨Build vocabulary: Name each fruit and veggie: “This is a mango,” “That’s a cucumber.” Add colour, shape and texture words: “The apple is red,” “The pineapple is spiky.”
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✨Introduce action words: Model what you’re doing: “I’m cutting the carrot,” “Let’s chop the banana,” “The fruit is falling!”
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✨ Encourage imitation and turn-taking: Use simple sounds like “chop chop!” and take turns cutting: “My turn, now your turn!”
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✨ Practice following instructions: Try one- and two-step directions: “Cut the apple,” or “First cut the orange, then put it in the bowl.”
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✨ Support sentence building: If your child says “cut,” expand with “Yes, you are cutting the apple!” Build up to phrases like “Big banana” or “I cut carrot.”
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✨ Keep it fun: Add silly sound effects, pretend recipes, and role play (“Let’s make a fruit salad!”) to keep your child engaged and talking.

Play is one of the most effective (and enjoyable!) ways to help children learn language naturally. 💛

25/07/2025

“I-I-I want…” ⏸️ “Sssssssaturday” 🧱 silence... what do these have in common?
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They are all ways that stuttering can show up in a child’s speech. 💬 But it’s not just about how they sound, stuttering can also look like blinking, facial tension, or body movements.
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These are not signs of nervousness or lack of confidence, they’re ways kids try to get their words out.
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Understanding what stuttering sounds and looks like helps us respond with patience, support, and the right tools. 🧠💛
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21/07/2025

🚂✨ Turn car toys into mini language lessons, while still having loads of fun!

Here’s how:

1️⃣ Build vocabulary: Name animals, people & parts of the toy.
👉 “This is the driver.” “Look! A lion on the bus!”

2️⃣ Use action words: Model verbs and opposites.
👉 “The train is going!” “Now it’s stopping!”

3️⃣ Encourage interaction: Take turns, copy sounds & wave goodbye.
👉 “Beep beep!” “Who’s next on the train?”

4️⃣ Follow instructions: Start with simple directions.
👉 “Put the giraffe on the bus.” “Now make it go!”

Play with purpose, the fun way! 🎉

03/07/2025

Puppets can work wonders for little ones who are shy to speak. 💬

Here’s why we love them:
🎭 Puppets make it easier to role-play conversations
🧸 They help kids express feelings in a fun, safe way
🗣️ You can model verbs and sounds (“He’s eating!” / “Roar!”)
🤫 Kids often talk more when the focus is on the puppet, not them

They’re playful, pressure-free, and packed with possibilities! So dust off those finger puppets and start chatting.

01/07/2025

🎣 Fishing for Words!

Did you know that fishing toys are great for building language skills?

Whether it’s bath time or playtime, here’s how you can make it count:
🗣️ Say action words like “Catch it!” or “Got one!”
📍 Use position words: “Under the water!” or “In the bucket!”
🔁 Practise turn-taking: “My turn… now yours!”
🎨 Talk about colours and count the fish as you go.

It’s fun, playful, and packed with learning opportunities!

27/06/2025

Calling all Midstream teachers and parents! 📣

Here’s how to create a safe space for kids who stutter:
👂 Don’t interrupt, let them finish.
👁️ Maintain eye contact, stay present.
❤️ Focus on their message, not the stutter.

Small shifts in how we respond build BIG confidence. 🌟 Let’s be patient listeners and kind encouragers.

25/06/2025

Did You Know?

🌟 About 5% of children go through a period of stuttering that lasts longer than 6 months.
🌟 75% of them recover naturally.
🌟 Roughly 1% may continue to stutter into adulthood.

With the right support, both emotional and therapeutic, children who stutter can thrive in every area of life. It starts with being patient and kind listeners.

23/06/2025

Let’s clear this up once and for all:
🚫 Stuttering has nothing to do with intelligence.

Stuttering is a speech pattern, not a reflection of how smart someone is.

In fact, many successful people have worked through stuttering.

Let’s focus on what children say, not how they say it. Every voice matters. 💛

21/06/2025

Stacking blocks = building more than towers, you’re building language!

Try this:
🎨 Label colours and shapes (“Red block!”)
📏 Use size words (“Big block, small block”)
🏗️ Model actions (“Stack it up!” / “Crash!”)
📍 Teach positions (“On top” / “Under”)

PLUS: Turn-taking and asking for help (“More please!”) makes it a social language goldmine.

Simple toy, BIG results!

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1 Mount Quray Street, Midstream Estate
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