London Speech and Feeding Blog

Ever wonder what’s behind your child’s feeding difficulties or his/her extremely nasal speech sounds? Sometimes the answer is hidden in plain sight. We’re talking about a submucous cleft, a condition you might not even know exists!

Does your child’s /S/ sound a little bit ‘slushy’? does it sound like air spills out the sides of their mouth? Your child may well have a lateral lisp.

This blog post dives deep into the fascinating world of auditory memory: what it is, why it’s so vital for speech development, and what happens when it’s not quite as strong.

Mastering new speech sounds is just the beginning! This blog post addresses the often-frustrating problem of generalisation in speech therapy. Learn why it’s so tough and how we can better support this vital step for our little communicators.

Discover the world of hard munchables! While not for eating, these unique tools can seriously boost oral motor development when used correctly. This blog explains their role, benefits, and the essential safety tips you need to know.

I had a mum ask me about Baby-Led Weaning the other day and thought I would write a blog on all the useful questions she had and what we discussed as it may help lots of mums and dads out there.

Want to understand the ins and outs of the Saltillo 88 Core Board and how it can transform chatting with your child on a daily basis? This post unpacks it for you.

Discover why ‘seeing’ sounds helps! And learn how visual gestures make speech therapy more effective.

Let’s explore why these seemingly simple strategies of silence and responsiveness are so profoundly beneficial when interacting with a child who struggles with communication.