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Lidcombe Program vs Westmead Program: Which Is Best for Childhood Stuttering?
Not sure whether the Lidcombe Program or Westmead Program is right for your child? Learn the key differences between these evidence-based stuttering therapies and how speech pathologists choose the most appropriate approach.
Does My Child Need Stuttering Therapy? Signs Parents Should Look For
Wondering whether your child’s speech is developing normally or whether stuttering therapy may help? Learn the signs to look for, when to seek support and how speech therapy can help children build confidence and communication skills.
What Are the Benefits of Telehealth Speech and Occupational Therapy for Children?
Learn the benefits of telehealth speech therapy and occupational therapy for children, including flexibility, parent coaching, accessibility and home-based support. Grow & Tell provides telehealth therapy services across Sydney and Australia.
What Does an Occupational Therapist Help Children With?
Learn how paediatric occupational therapists support children with sensory regulation, emotional regulation, handwriting, coordination, school readiness and daily living skills. Grow & Tell provides occupational therapy services across Rhodes, Crows Nest and Sydney.
What Are Signs Your Child May Need Speech Therapy?
Learn common signs your child may benefit from speech therapy, including speech delays, social communication challenges, literacy difficulties and feeding concerns. Discover how early support can help children build confidence and communication skills.
What It’s Really Like Working in a Growing Speech & OT Clinic in Sydney
Looking for Speech Pathology or Occupational Therapy jobs in Sydney? Learn what it’s really like working at Grow & Tell Speech and OT, including mentoring, team culture, professional development and career growth opportunities.
Will My Child Lose NDIS Funding Under Thriving Kids?
The new NSW Thriving Kids program may change how some children access early intervention and NDIS supports. Learn what these changes could mean for families and the therapy supports that may still be available.
Telehealth Speech Therapy in Australia: How It Works & How to Get Started
Access trusted telehealth speech therapy for children across Australia. Learn how online therapy works, who it’s for, and how families in Sydney, Canberra, and regional areas are getting support sooner.
How to Find Speech Therapy in Sydney (Without Long Waitlists)
Looking for speech therapy in Sydney? Learn how to access high-quality support without long waitlists, including flexible in-clinic and telehealth options for families across Sydney.
How to Access Speech Therapy in North Sydney & Lane Cove (Without the Waitlists)
Looking for speech therapy in North Sydney or Lane Cove? Learn how to access high-quality support without long waitlists, including flexible telehealth options for families.
How to Access Speech Therapy in Canberra (Without the Waitlists)
Looking for speech therapy in Canberra? Learn how to access online speech therapy for children without waitlists and support your child’s communication from home.
Does My Child Need Speech Therapy? Signs Parents Should Look For.
Wondering if your child needs speech therapy? Learn the key signs, milestones, and when to seek support from a paediatric speech pathologist in Sydney.
Signs of Autism in Children: What Parents Should Look For
Many parents come to us because they are noticing small differences in their child’s communication, play, or behaviour and are quietly wondering if it could be autism. These feelings are completely valid. When you are concerned about your child, it is natural to want clear, kind and trustworthy guidance. At Grow and Tell, we support families through these early questions every day and our goal is always to offer clarity without overwhelming you.
What Is Occupational Therapy? A Parent-Friendly Guide
Many parents reach out to us feeling unsure about what Occupational Therapy involves or whether it might be the right support for their child. It’s completely normal to feel a little overwhelmed or confused during the early stages of seeking help. At Grow & Tell, we meet families every day who are looking for clear, simple answers—and our role is to reassure, guide, and help you understand the support available.
Speech Delay in Children: Signs, Causes, and What to Do
It’s completely natural for parents to worry when a child doesn’t seem to be reaching speech or communication milestones as expected. Do you let them follow their own timelines? Or should you seek support straight away?
Top 5 Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Your Child
Our occupational therapists at Grow & Tell have worked with lots of families to help their children feel more confident, capable and calm on a day-to-day basis. Paediatric occupational therapy supports children who have challenges with movement, sensory processing, attention, or self-care, helping them thrive at home, in school, and in the community.
How to Help Neurodivergent Children in Your Classroom.
These are 3 basic tips, and as simple as they are, I still see them taking place each day, regularly, with negative or ineffective outcomes.
In this short but insightful video, Julie Tushuizen shares practical strategies to help neurodivergent children thrive in the classroom. From fostering an inclusive learning environment to implementing simple yet effective adjustments, these tips can make a meaningful difference in supporting diverse learning needs. Watch now to gain valuable insights and create a more supportive classroom experience for every student!
How to Teach the L Sound
How to teach the L sound step 1.
I love teaching speech sounds and L is no different. It's a bit trickier as you need to get your tongue all the way up the top and to the front but using a mirror makes this really easy.
Children can pick this up quite easily although for some little ones it takes a little longer.
Disability is when the world isn’t designed for everyone.
A great video highlighting some of the everyday challenges of people with additional needs.
We can all wish for a world where people with additional needs can take for granted the same things able-bodied individuals do—a world where accessibility is natural, universal, and unquestioned.
NDIS Speech Pathology & Therapy Services | Get the Support You Need.
The National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) is revolutionising how individuals with disabilities access support services in Australia. Among its many offerings, NDIS speech pathology and therapy services play a crucial role in enhancing communication skills and improving overall quality of life for participants.