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The return to school can bring excitement as well as nerves for children and parents. This blog shares practical, evidence-informed strategies to ease the transition, including predictable routines, short and consistent goodbye rituals, and ways to support regulation before separation. Learn how small, consistent steps help children feel safe, reduce separation stress, and start the school year confidently.

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Feeling lonely during the holiday season is common, even when surrounded by others. This blog explains why loneliness can increase at this time, the psychology behind it, and practical strategies to ease its impact. Discover ways to create meaningful connection, maintain routine, and manage big emotions, so you can navigate the holidays with more calm and connection.

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Watching your child learn to communicate is one of the most exciting parts of early development. From babbling to first words to simple sentences, expressive language grows through connection, play, and everyday experiences. Understanding how these skills typically unfold can help you recognise when things are progressing as expected and when extra support might be helpful.

This blog walks you through the early stages of expressive language development and offers simple, practical ways to encourage talking at home. If you’re looking for guidance or reassurance, Better Together Therapy is here to help your family feel supported and informed.

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Becoming a parent is one of life’s biggest transitions. It can be beautiful, overwhelming, grounding, and disorienting, sometimes all within the same day. In Australia, we are slowly getting better at speaking openly about the emotional realities of pregnancy, birth, and the first year of parenting. But many families still feel underprepared by how much their mental health can shift during this time. This blog explores what perinatal mental health means, how common it is, and where you can find support.

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It’s natural to wonder whether your child’s communication is developing on track. While every child grows at their own pace, some signs, such as limited vocabulary or gestures, difficulty following instructions, frustration when communicating, or trouble connecting with others, may signal that extra support could help.

This blog breaks down 10 key signs to look out for and explains when to seek professional guidance. If you’re concerned, Better Together Therapy are here to help guide you and support your child’s communication journey.

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From toddler tantrums to pre-teen meltdowns, all children experience big feelings. This blog explains what emotion regulation is, why some children struggle more than others, and how parents can support kids through co-regulation and self-regulation. You’ll also find practical strategies to use at home and learn how psychologists can help children build lifelong skills for managing their feelings.

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AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) helps children communicate in ways that work best for them, such as by using gestures, pictures, sign language, or technology. This blog explores what AAC is, how it supports speech and language development, and simple strategies that families can implement. Learn how AAC can give every child the confidence to be understood and the chance to share their voice.

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Neurodiversity is the idea that human brains are naturally varied, and there is no single “right” way of thinking, learning, or experiencing the world. This blog unpacks what neurodiversity means, the difference between neurodivergent and neurotypical, and the values of the neurodiversity movement. It also explores why language matters and what neurodiversity-affirming support looks like in everyday life.

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This article takes a closer look at how ADHD can show up differently in females, often in ways that are more subtle and easier to miss. It highlights the unique challenges they face - like masking their symptoms and juggling social expectations - and why so many go undiagnosed for years. By understanding these differences, we can help girls get the support they need to succeed and embrace their strengths.