London Speech and Feeding Blog
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Does my child need a myofunctional therapist? Lisps, tongue posture and oral function explained
In my latest blog I explain what a thorough assessment looks like, how to tell whether your child might need myofunctional therapy, and what to do if progress feels slow.
Why structure, high expectations and warmth matter in speech therapy
Discover how structure, purposeful practice and a warm, supportive approach can help children develop clearer speech. Learn about specialist speech sound therapy at London Speech and Feeding
Three-syllable words made fun: How I use play to build speech skills
See how I use playdough, card games, online activities and stickers to help children practise three-syllable words and build speech sound skills.
When AAC modelling doesn’t feel natural yet: Helping parents learn to use their chosen AAC system
In this blog, I explain why I often start with structured, very explicit AAC teaching during therapy, helping both the child and the parent learn where useful words are and how to find them.
Unlocking connection: Why the Hanen ‘More Than Words®’ approach works (BEST online!!)
Here’s a secret from speech therapy: Silence is often where communication starts. Learn how in this blog post.
Something that keeps surprising me…
After thirty years of helping children with lisps, you’d think very little would still surprise me. And yet…
Why open cup drinking and good sitting matter for your toddler
Feeding isn’t just about what happens in the mouth, it starts with the whole body. Learn why.
Why tongue lateralisation matters: The hidden feeding skill that every toddler needs
Is your toddler a ‘fussy eater’… or has he or she yet to develop chewing skills?
Learn about tongue lateralisation and hard munchables.
Beyond the teddy bear picnic: Why language development doesn’t always need imaginative play
Many children have little or no interest in traditional pretend play, yet they still grow up to develop robust, meaningful, and conversational language. Learn how.
