You may be familiar with gestalt language processing (GLP) and you may be aware that many autistic children (but not all) process language this way. GLP is a natural and normal way for some children to acquire language. Despite its prevalence, GLP is often...
Thumb-sucking is a normal part of early childhood and initially it may have seemed harmless. However, as time goes on, you may start to wonder about the potential consequences of this behaviour. Is it just a phase or could it be causing long-term issues? In this blog,...
As a trained Speech Pathologist you may feel relatively confident and comfortable treating speech sound errors. However, much of the training you received on articulation therapy probably focused on consonant sounds. You may feel less confident in working with vowel...
Thumb-sucking is a common childhood habit that typically begins in infancy as a natural reflex for self-soothing. However, when this behaviour persists beyond the age of four, it can raise concerns among parents and caregivers. Prolonged thumb-sucking can result in a...
Have you heard of the term orofacial myology or have you been told that your child should see an orofacial myologist? This sounds like a big, unfamiliar word, but it simply involves helping your child’s mouth (oral) and face (facial) muscles work their best. In this...
