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Did you know that setting clear, consistent boundaries can help your child develop stronger communication skills? Boundaries create structure, which makes it easier for children to understand and use language. Here are a few tips:
- Be clear and consistent: Use simple language like “First we eat, then we play.”
- Give choices within limits: “Do you want juice or milk?”
- Encourage asking for help: Instead of stepping in right away, say, “Tell me what you need.”Use visual cues: A chart with pictures showing daily routines or activities can help reinforce language and understanding.
- Model language for emotions: If your child is upset, calmly label their feelings: “I see you’re frustrated. Can you tell me why?” or “Let’s show or point to what’s wrong”
- Wait and listen: Give your child time to respond. Sometimes a little extra wait time encourages them to use their words.
By creating structure, you’re helping your child build their language skills and communicate with confidence!
Eastside Speech is a vibrant private speech therapy practice centrally located in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.
Operating since 2001, our team of dedicated speech pathologists are passionate about helping the world to communicate better.
The practice is an approved NDIS service provider. We are registered with Medicare and are able to see clients using the Chronic Disease Management referral scheme. All our therapists are PROMPT trained.
