Parent Guide

If you’ve been advised to consider a speech and language therapy assessment for your child, it’s completely natural to feel unsure about what will happen. This article explains what parents can expect from a speech and language therapy assessment, how children are supported throughout the process, and how an assessment can help you feel clearer and more confident about next steps.

If you’re asking “Is my 2-year-old talking enough?”, you’re certainly not alone. Many parents begin to worry around this age, especially when their child seems quieter than others or isn’t yet using words consistently. This article explains expected speech milestones at age 2, signs that extra support may be helpful, and when to consider a speech and language therapy assessment.

Raising a child with more than one language is a wonderful gift. Bilingualism brings lifelong benefits for communication, learning, cultural connection and identity. At The SaLT Hub, we regularly support families navigating bilingual language development. This blog aims to reassure parents, dispel common myths, and offer practical advice on how to support children growing up with two (or more) languages.