by Yasmin Akhtar | Mar 3, 2026 | Behavioural challenges, developmental milestones, Emotional challenges, Language Delay, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
When a child has a speech delay, many parents naturally try to help by talking more, asking more questions, or encouraging their child to repeat words. While this comes from a good place, more talking isn’t always more helpful. In some cases, it can actually make...
by Yasmin Akhtar | Feb 11, 2026 | Autism, Behavioural challenges, Blog, developmental milestones, Emotional challenges, Language Delay, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
There are two key parts to language development: Receptive language – what your child understands Expressive language – how your child uses words to communicate Some children have strong understanding but delayed expressive language. This means they know what’s going...
by Yasmin Akhtar | Feb 9, 2026 | Autism, Behavioural challenges, Blog, developmental milestones, Emotional challenges, Language Delay, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
Many parents notice early differences in their toddler’s communication, interaction, or play and wonder whether autism could be a possibility. These thoughts can feel heavy—especially when online advice is conflicting or NHS waiting times are long. Early signs don’t...
by Yasmin Akhtar | Feb 8, 2026 | Blog, developmental milestones, Language Delay, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
One of the most common questions parents ask is:“How many words should my 2-year-old be saying?” If you’re comparing your child to others at nursery or hearing mixed advice online, it can feel confusing and stressful. Let’s break it down simply. Typical Speech...
by Yasmin Akhtar | Feb 6, 2026 | Blog, developmental milestones, Language Delay, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
Speech Delay vs Language Delay: What’s the Difference? Many parents are told their child has a speech delay or a language delay, but these terms are often used interchangeably, which can be confusing. Understanding the difference can help you feel clearer about what...
by Yasmin Akhtar | Feb 5, 2026 | Blog, developmental milestones, Sound, Speech, Speech therapy at home
Late Talkers: How Speech Therapy Helps Hearing the phrase “late talker” can be worrying for parents. You may be hearing things like “they’ll talk when they’re ready” or “don’t worry, they’ll grow out of it.” While reassurance is helpful, it’s also important to...
