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Private vs NHS autism assessment — what’s the difference and which is right for your child?
If you’re considering an autism assessment for your child, you may already be aware that NHS waiting times in Northumberland and across the North East can be around 18–24 months. This guide gently explains the difference between NHS and private assessments, helping you think about what feels right for your family.
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Private vs NHS autism assessment — what’s the difference and which is right for your child?
If you’re considering an autism assessment for your child, you may already be aware that NHS waiting times in Northumberland and across the North East can be around 18–24 months. This guide gently explains the difference between NHS and private assessments, helping you think about what feels right for your family.
Sensory processing explained — what it is and how it affects children
You might have heard the term ‘sensory processing difficulties’ or seen your child described as ‘sensory seeking’ or ‘sensory avoiding’. But what does this actually mean — and what does it have to do with communication, behaviour and learning?
My child isn’t talking — how to support a late talker at home
If your child is talking less than other children their age, it’s natural to worry. Some late talkers catch up on their own. Others benefit from specialist support. And all late talkers benefit from the right environment at home. This guide shares practical, evidence-based strategies to support language development.
My child has just been diagnosed with autism — what happens next?
Receiving an autism diagnosis for your child brings a complicated mix of emotions — relief at finally having an explanation, grief for the path you imagined, uncertainty about what comes next, and often, overwhelming love for your child. There is no right way to feel. And there is no single right thing to do next. This guide is for those first weeks and months after a diagnosis.
Signs of autism in children — a parent’s guide to what to look for
If you’re concerned that your child might be autistic, you’re probably finding a lot of confusing, sometimes contradictory information. This guide explains what autism actually looks like in children, what to pay attention to, and what to do if you’re concerned.
What actually happens during a private autism assessment? A parent’s guide
If you’re considering a private autism assessment for your child, not knowing what to expect can be one of the most anxiety-provoking parts of the process. This guide walks you through exactly what happens at Speech Stuff — from your first call to receiving your report.
Speech Stuff Santa
On Sunday 19th November we hosted a relaxed Christmas celebration at The Hive with opportunities to meet Santa and engage in themed play-based activities with our clinical team. Lots of the families we work with might find traditional Santa’s Grotto’s too overwhelming so we wanted to create a friendly atmosphere for everyone to enjoy.
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