There are thousands of children's books to choose from, but when it comes to supporting language development, you don not need a shelf full of special "educational" books. Some of the best books are actually the simple ones your child wants to read again and again....
Reading with your child is a wonderful way to support their language development. You don't need to read every word, ask lots of questions or even finish the book for it to be valuable. In fact, when speech pathologists use books with young children, we often spend...
Brothers and sisters learn a great deal from one another. They practice talking, sharing, negotiating, waiting, helping and handling disagreements during life. These experiences can support development, but they can also become challenging when one child has...
Wondering if your child is developing on track? Learn the signs to monitor, when to seek professional support, and how speech and occupational therapy can help.
Many parents worry when their child is not talking as expected, but not everything you hear about speech therapy is true. In this video, we explore common myths about speech delays, communication development, and speech therapy for children. Learn when to seek...
Occupational therapy supports children in building the everyday skills needed for success at home, school, and in the community. From emotional regulation and sensory processing to self care, feeding, dressing, and social development, occupational therapists help...
You might be noticing this at school Sometimes it is not the big things. It is the everyday moments that feel hard. Your child might: Avoid writing or get tired quickly Struggle to sit still during class Find it hard to follow instructions or get started Feel...
Simple Ways to Support Your Child in Everyday Life As parents, it can be hard to know how to support your child’s development at home — especially when advice online often feels overwhelming or unrealistic. The good news is that occupational therapy support at home...
It Looks Like Play… But It is Therapy If you’ve ever watched your child during a therapy session and thought, "It just looks like they’re playing," you’re not alone. It is a very common question and something many parents share with us in their first few sessions. So,...
When Your Child’s Behaviour Feels Hard Right Now Perhaps your child is having more meltdowns than usual. Do transitions feel like a battle? Do small things quickly turn into big reactions? It can feel exhausting and confusing. You might be wondering: Why is this...