Flourish Speech and Language Therapy

27/01/2026

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday:
Use everyday routines to build language skills. For example, while cooking, ask your child to describe what they are doing or predict the next step

25/01/2026

Nursery rhymes and somgs are so important for teaching many aspects of early communication. I love this poster for vocabulary, but they also teach rhyme, rhythm, language patterns, prosidy (the melody of speech) and copying (words and actions) as well of the enjoyment of shared interaction with another

13/01/2026

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday:
Singing rhymes and songs improves memory, rhythm, and speech clarity. Try singing favourite nursery rhymes together—bonus points for silly actions

09/01/2026

It’s only 9th January and I’m already feeling excited about the year ahead.

New ideas, new conversations and some lovely collaborations starting to take shape — all focused on doing things thoughtfully, sustainably and with real impact.

Very grateful to be working alongside such committed, values-driven people. 2026 is off to a good start.

06/01/2026

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday:
Every small step counts. Celebrate your child’s wins, no matter how tiny—they all add up to big progress

30/12/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday:
Fun fact: Babies begin learning the melody of language even before they speak. Singing, talking, and reading to little ones supports speech and language development from day one

23/12/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday:
Speech therapy isn’t just about talking! We work on listening, social communication, and even confidence. Curious about how a session might look for your child? Let’s chat. You can find out more about me here:

Expert speech and language therapy in Stockport. Providing assessments, therapy, and support for children's communication needs. Free consultation available.

21/12/2025

Did you know? Reading aloud with your child for just 10 minutes a day can significantly boost their vocabulary and comprehension skills. Make it fun—use silly voices, ask questions, and explore new words together!

18/11/2025

💬 Let’s Talk Tuesday: Simplifying Language (Clear and Easy to Understand)

When we talk to children who are still learning to communicate, it helps to keep our language simple — but that doesn’t mean it’s any less meaningful.

Simple language helps children understand what we say and gives them a clear model to copy when they’re ready.

Try this:
Instead of saying,

“Let’s put our shoes on now because we’re going to be late for nursery!”
you could say,
“Shoes on. Time for nursery.”

It’s shorter, clearer, and easier for your child to process — while still warm and natural.

Once your child starts to understand and use those short phrases, you can gradually add more words to build their sentences and vocabulary.

🪄 Simplifying language isn’t about saying less — it’s about being clear, calm, and just right for where your child is now.

18/11/2025

Let’s Talk Tuesday: Because the most magical gift isn’t something wrapped — it’s your time. 💛 Discover how simple moments and everyday play can mean the world: Read more here:

https://www.theinformedslp.com/review/toy-time?fbclid=IwZnRzaAOIe8pleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5CGNhbGxzaXRlAjI1AAEeCuSIKJzySVWMzR_mAooweqQPuvAkxb5mkCNvKAyBoXEU-j55xZEby0Q2BcE_aem_jel6wx-8y2bwjIxC9HVrgw

It's shopping season—what does the research say about toys and language development? We've got the details, plus a parent-friendly handout to share with families.

11/11/2025

🗣️ Let’s Talk Tuesday: Speech vs Language – What’s the Difference?

These two words are often used interchangeably, but they mean different things:

🗣️ Speech is how we say words.
It’s the sounds we make with our mouth, tongue, and lips.
Speech includes:
• Pronouncing sounds correctly (e.g. “s” vs “th”)
• Speaking clearly so others can understand you
• Using the right rhythm and intonation

💬 Language is what we say — and understand.
It’s the words, grammar, and ideas we use to share meaning.
Language includes:
• Understanding what others say
• Knowing the right words
• Putting words together into sentences
• Using language for different purposes (asking, telling, joking, etc.)

In short:
➡️ Speech = sounds
➡️ Language = meaning

Both are important for confident communication — but they develop differently, and sometimes one needs extra support.

11/11/2025