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MLLC has been established since 1998. We are a family-friendly centre in the heart of Mosman Village

28/01/2026

💭 “They know the word… so why are they confused?”

Today in therapy, we worked on multiple-meaning words — words that sound the same but mean different things, like bank, bat or match.

For many children, these words can quietly trip them up.

They might:
• misunderstand instructions
• struggle to follow conversations
• get confused when reading
• feel frustrated because “they should know this word already”

What looks like inattention or confusion is often a vocabulary gap — not a lack of effort.

Understanding homonyms helps children:
✔ use context to work out meaning
✔ follow classroom language more easily
✔ improve comprehension and confidence
✔ feel less lost in everyday conversations

Today’s session focused on slowing language down, exploring meanings, and helping this child feel more confident using words that once felt tricky.

Because when language makes sense, learning feels easier 💛

23/01/2026

🍳 Cooking at home today!

Every pancake flipped, or cookie decorated, was a chance to talk, describe, and practise new words. Learning can happen while having fun.

While helping to measure, stir, pour, and name ingredients, we practised:
• Vocabulary – foods, utensils, and actions
• Sequencing – following steps in a recipe
• Sentence building – describing what they’re doing (“I’m stirring the batter”)
• Listening & understanding – following instructions safely
• Turn-taking & conversation – chatting and sharing ideas while cooking

Every pancake flipped or cookie decorated was a chance to talk, describe, and practise new words.

Hands busy, mouths talking — home practise can be fun AND build language skills! 💛

21/01/2026

🎨 Play-doh in today’s speech therapy session

Today’s session looked like play — but play-doh was helping us work on important speech and language goals.

While rolling, squeezing and shaping, we targeted:
• using descriptive words (colours, sizes, textures)
• expanding sentences (“I made a long snake”)
• following and giving instructions
• turn-taking and conversational skills
• staying engaged while talking

Hands busy, mouths talking.

Today’s session looked like play, but Play-Doh was helping us work on important speech and language goals — and that’s when real progress happens 💛

20/01/2026

🧩 One piece at a time…

In therapy, we often turn learning into a game.

Each time a child completes a language task —
answering a question, using a new word, following instructions —
they earn one piece of the puzzle.

Piece by piece, the picture comes together.
Just like their language skills.

Puzzles help build:
• attention and turn-taking
• problem solving
• motivation and confidence
• language through play

Small steps. Clear goals. Big smiles when the puzzle is complete 💛

Learning works best when it feels fun.

18/01/2026

📚 Why we love Pamela Allen books (hello, Mr McGee!)

Books like Mr McGee are more than just a fun read — they’re amazing for language development and pre-literacy skills.

✨ Here’s why:

• Rhyming & rhythm
Helps children hear sound patterns — a key skill for learning to read.

• Repetition
Predictable phrases help children join in, build confidence, and practise language.

• Rich vocabulary
Playful words stretch children’s language in a natural, meaningful way.

• Story structure
Clear beginnings, problems, and solutions support future reading comprehension.

• Expressive pictures
The illustrations support understanding and spark great conversations.

The best part?
These books invite interaction — predicting, repeating, retelling — not just listening.

📖 Re-reading favourites like Mr McGee isn’t boring… it’s how language grows.

Save this for your next library visit 💛

17/01/2026

🍎 More than “just eating” – why self-feeding and trying new foods matter 🍎

As a paediatric speech pathology practice working closely with an occupational therapist, we often talk with families about self-feeding and food exploration — and how important these skills really are.

Learning to feed themselves helps children develop:
✔ hand strength and coordination
✔ mouth and jaw skills for chewing and speech
✔ body awareness and confidence
✔ independence and pride (“I did it myself!”)

Trying new foods is about much more than nutrition. It supports:
• sensory processing (textures, smells, temperatures)
• oral motor development
• flexibility and tolerance of change
• positive mealtime experiences

When children avoid certain textures, refuse to touch foods, or rely heavily on being fed, it can sometimes impact both eating skills and communication development.

The good news?
With the right support, mealtimes can become calmer, more positive, and more successful — for children and parents.

If you have concerns about your child’s feeding, chewing, or willingness to try new foods, early guidance can make a big difference.

💬 Send us a message if you’d like to chat or ask a question — we’re always happy to help.

📍 Local paediatric Speech Pathology & Occupational Therapy support

15/01/2026

As a new year begins, many parents are quietly holding the same hope:

“I hope this year feels easier for my child.”

If communication has been hard — finding the right words, being understood, following instructions, or joining in — you’re not alone. And your child isn’t “behind” or “naughty”.

Speech pathology isn’t about fixing children.
It’s about giving them the tools to be heard, understood, and confident being themselves.

The start of a new year is a powerful time for fresh routines, new confidence, and early support that can change how a child experiences school, friendships, and learning.

✨ January appointments are now open.

Here’s to a year of clearer communication, growing confidence, and small wins that make a big difference.

Happy New Year 💛

30/12/2025

Hot take: January is one of the best times to start speech therapy.

School holidays give children something they don’t get during term time —
space to practise without pressure.

If you’ve noticed your child:
• getting frustrated when trying to explain themselves
• struggling to be understood
• finding it hard to follow instructions or join in

…waiting until Term 1 often means bigger worries, longer waitlists, and kids starting school already feeling behind.

January sessions allow us to work on communication skills calmly and confidently — before classrooms, expectations, and labels come into play.

✨ We’re offering January school-holiday speech pathology sessions in Mosman

Early support isn’t about rushing kids.
It’s about protecting confidence and giving them the tools to be understood.

📩 Email us or fill out an online enquiry to book for January.

29/12/2025

Not sure if your child needs a speech assessment?

With school starting soon, many parents notice things like:
• trouble following instructions
• unclear speech
• difficulty explaining ideas
• frustration when trying to communicate

…but aren’t sure if it’s just a phase or something worth checking.

✨ In-clinic Speech & Language Screeners available this January ✨

A screener is a short, supportive session that helps us:
✔️ check your child’s speech and language skills
✔️ identify if development is on track
✔️ let you know whether monitoring or a full assessment is recommended

It’s not a diagnosis or a full assessment — just a clear, professional starting point so you don’t have to guess.

Perfect for children starting Kindergarten, Prep or early primary school.

📍 In-clinic appointments
📅 January availability (limited spots)

If you’d like more information or would like to book, please email us or fill out an online enquiry on our website.

💛 Early clarity can make a big difference.

info@mosmanlanguagelearning.com.au
mosmanspeechpathology.com.au

05/11/2025

🌱 What Research Says About Early Intervention

Research consistently shows that early intervention in speech and language therapy leads to better long-term outcomes for children.

🧠 Brain development:
The early years (birth–5) are when the brain is most flexible and rapidly developing. Studies show that children’s neural pathways for speech and language are easier to shape at this age (Kuhl, 2010).

💬 Communication growth:
Children who receive early speech and language therapy make faster progress and are more likely to catch up to peers in language and literacy skills (Law et al., 2017).

📚 School readiness:
Early support has been linked with improved reading, learning, and social participation at school (Roberts & Kaiser, 2011; Wake et al., 2013).

❤️ Confidence and connection:
Getting help early doesn’t just improve skills — it helps children feel more confident expressing themselves and connecting with others.

When children get support early, they can build strong communication habits that last a lifetime.

✨ Don’t “wait and see” — early help is the best help.

📍 [Mosman] | 🗓️ Now welcoming new families

09/10/2025

🌟 Professional Development Spotlight! 🌟

We’re excited to share that our speech pathologist, India, recently completed the Hanen - It Takes Two to Talk training! 👏🎓

This world-renowned program equips speech pathologists to coach parents in supporting their child’s early communication through everyday interactions. 💬💞

By using the Hanen approach, we can help parents:
👶 Build stronger communication connections with their child
🗣️ Encourage more words and turn-taking during play
🏡 Make language learning fun and meaningful at home

At MLLC, we believe that parents are their child’s best communication partners, and we’re proud to bring evidence-based, family-centred approaches into our therapy.

07/10/2025

📚✨ Helping Your Child Build Strong Literacy Skills ✨📚

Do you want to support your child’s reading and language at home? Here are some simple do’s and don’ts from our speech pathologists 👇

✅ DO:
💬 Read together every day – even for 10 minutes!
🤔 Ask questions like “What might happen next?”
🎵 Play with sounds – rhyme, clap syllables, find words that start the same.
📖 Talk about the meaning of stories, not just the words.
💗 Celebrate effort, curiosity, and progress!

🚫 DON’T:
❌ Correct every mistake – it can make reading stressful.
❌ Skip reading together because your child can “read alone.”
❌ Rely only on screens or apps – real books + conversations matter most.
❌ Compare your child’s progress to others – every child learns at their own pace.

Building literacy starts with small, consistent moments of shared reading and conversation 💬💫

📞 If you’re concerned about your child’s reading or language skills, our team at Mosman Language & Learning Centre can help!
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Suite 1, 836 Military Road Mosman
Sydney, NSW
2088

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	7am - 6pm
Saturday	7am - 12pm

Website

https://mosmanspeechpathology.com.au/

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