Inner West Paediatrics

05/04/2026

School’s out, but the talking doesn’t stop! 🗣️
Everyday fun can help your child’s language skills grow - no flashcards needed!

🏖 Build sandcastles and make up stories about who lives inside.
🚗 Play “I spy” or rhyming games on car rides.
🍓 Chat about colours and flavours while making snacks together.

Want more fun, age-appropriate ideas? Contact Inner West Paediatrics today - we love helping little voices grow louder and prouder! 💬
https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

04/04/2026

Why Might a Child Snore?

😮 Snoring in kids isn’t just about being tired — it can be linked to:
❗ Enlarged tonsils
❗ Mouth breathing
❗ Tongue posture
❗ Weak oral and facial muscles
❗ Nasal congestion or allergies

Our team at Inner West Paediatrics offers orofacial myofunctional therapy to help children breathe better, sleep better, and feel better.

💬 If your child snores regularly, it’s worth looking into.

📞 Contact us to book an assessment or learn more
🌐 Read the blog to learn more: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/my-child-snores-is-that-normal

03/04/2026

Supporting Your Baby’s Transition to Solids 🥄

Starting solids is a big milestone! But what if your baby:
😬 Gags on purees or soft foods
🙅‍♂️ Refuses the spoon
🥱 Shows no interest in foods or new textures?

Feeding therapy can support gentle exposure to new tastes and textures, improve oral skills, and help guide your baby through this exciting (but sometimes tricky) transition.

👉 Reach out to our team at Inner West Paediatrics for friendly, evidence-based guidance.
📞 (02) 9560 8905 | 📧 info@innerwestpaediatrics.com.au | 🌐 Read more about feeding therapy: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/what-is-feeding-therapy-and-can-it-support-my-child-part-1

02/04/2026

Your child’s therapy, from anywhere! 🚀💻

Many children – including neurodivergent learners – thrive when therapy happens in a familiar environment.

With the new school term approaching, Inner West Paediatrics offers flexible, individual support through speech pathology, occupational therapy, feeding therapy and orofacial myofunctional therapy tailored to your child’s unique needs and fitting around real family life.

💛 Discover more about our services: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/our-services

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

30/03/2026

Toddler Speech & Language Tip 🧱🫧

Some of the BEST speech-building tools are already in your toy box OR are items you already have at home:

🧱 Stacking blocks: “Up, up, up... crash!”
🫧 Bubbles: “Pop!” “More?” “Big one!”
🥛 “Pour” “Drink” “Splash”

These playful moments help toddlers build vocabulary, turn-taking, and early conversation skills — without even realising they’re learning.

✨ More easy ideas from our fabulous speechies can be found in our blog: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/10-easy-play-based-activities-to-boost-your-toddlers-speech-and-language-skills
📞 Questions? Call (02) 9560 8905 to speak with our speechies!

Support your toddler’s speech and language development with 10 fun, play-based activities you can do at home - no flashcards or screens needed.

30/03/2026

Speech pathology and occupational therapy are about more than therapy rooms. They help children trust themselves, try new things, and take part in everyday life - at school, at home and with friends. 🌱✨

A brave attempt. Joining in. Speaking up. These small moments add up.

If you are curious about how OT or speech pathology could support your child beyond sessions, our team would love to talk.
🗣️ https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

29/03/2026

Toddler Speech & Language Tip: Use Your Bookshelf 📚💬

Books = bonding AND brain-building! But how you read matters.

🗣️ Use funny voices, facial expressions, and gestures.
❓ Ask questions: “Where’s the dog?” “What do you think happens next?”
📖 Repetitive, rhyming books with flaps or textures keep toddlers engaged and talking.

For more play-based speech & language tips to support your toddler at home, check out our blog: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/10-easy-play-based-activities-to-boost-your-toddlers-speech-and-language-skills

26/03/2026

School bags can feel like a whole puzzle for little learners - books, lunch, notes, water bottles, and somehow it all has to fit. 🎒

If packing the school bag is a daily stress point at your place, our OTs can help you build routines that match your child’s strengths and comfort level. 💛

Contact us 👉 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

25/03/2026

🚫 Myth: Learning two languages confuses children.
✅ Fact: Bilingualism strengthens cognitive flexibility and doesn’t cause speech or language delays!

Our speech pathologists often hear concerns from parents raising bilingual children — so we’ve separated fact from fiction in our new blog. 🗣️✨

💡 Learn more about bilingual language development and how to best support your child’s communication journey here ➡️ www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/bilingual-children-and-speech-development-what-parents-need-to-know

24/03/2026

Feeding therapy supports children to feel more relaxed and confident around food, helping build more positive mealtime experiences. At Inner West Paediatrics, the focus is on gentle support and small wins that can make a meaningful difference at the table. 🌈🍎

Curious whether feeding therapy might be right for your child? Let’s talk through what support could look like for your family. 👉 https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/feeding-therapy.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

24/03/2026

💬 When most people think of a Speech Pathologist, they picture someone helping children say their sounds clearly.

But did you know Speech Pathologists are also trained in literacy development — including reading, spelling, writing, and understanding written language?

By building strong language foundations, we help children become confident, capable readers and writers.

📚 Read more on our blog: https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/post/why-your-childs-literacy-journey-might-start-with-a-speech-pathologist

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.

22/03/2026

Therapy isn’t just for kids - parents play an important role too. 💛✨

Parent coaching helps turn everyday moments into meaningful learning opportunities. With guidance from a therapist, parents learn practical strategies they can use during play, routines, and real-life interactions - where skills can be supported and practised naturally.

Reach out to speak to one of our therapists about this approach
🗣️ https://www.innerwestpaediatrics.com.au/contact-us.

*All information provided is general and not intended to substitute professional advice. Inner West Paediatrics can consult with you to support your child’s individual needs.