Highlights Hearing loss in children can range from mild to severe and can be temporary or permanent. Hearing loss can be caused by different things, including genetics, infections, an injury or wax build-up. Early diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss…

Highlights Stuttering is a speech disorder that stops the natural flow of speech. Most children will outgrow stuttering without treatment – but you can’t tell who will and who won’t. A speech pathologist can help your child with their stuttering.…

Highlights Speech and language skills are important for the development of your child’s literacy and numeracy skills. Stuttering is a speech disorder that stops the natural rhythm or flow of speech. An articulation disorder is when a child has problems…

Highlights Writing and drawing skills begin developing in toddlerhood and build through early childhood Most children start making marks around age 2 Scribbles evolve into shapes, outlines, and eventually letters Free drawing fosters creativity and motor skills Safe, non-toxic materials…

Highlights Reading aloud from infancy stimulates brain development Even very young babies benefit from being read to Reading supports language, emotional, and social development Books, songs, and stories help build literacy skills Daily reading habits create strong parent-child bonds In…

Highlights Toddlers develop language by observing and interacting with people around them Talking, playing, and reading together builds strong communication skills Everyday conversations help children understand and use new words Positive attention and a safe environment support confident communication Each…

Highlights Babies respond to familiar voices from birth, even before speaking Cooing and babbling are key parts of early language development Talking throughout the day helps build strong language skills Babies can understand a few words by six months Speaking…

Highlights Learning to talk is a key part of child development Babies observe, listen, and interact to learn communication Crying and babbling help babies practice speech Language skills grow gradually with age and interaction Talking, reading, and play support early…

Highlights Massage can be done anytime you and your baby are calm Gentle, rhythmic strokes help babies feel relaxed There’s no one “right” way—being gentle is most important Watching your baby’s reactions is essential Massage becomes easier with regular practice…

Highlights Dummies and comforters can help babies soothe and settle Dummies may reduce the risk of SIDS when used consistently Wait until breastfeeding is well established before introducing a dummy Always check dummies and comforters for safety issues Prolonged use…