Why Your Child's Communication Can't Wait - with Kate Burgess, Speech & Language Therapist

Episode 9, Season 3: In this episode I'm joined by Kate Burgess: Speech and Language Therapist of 16 years and founder of We Can CommuniKate - a private clinic in the South West of England.Kate's passion for this work is deeply personal - an early experience of watching her sister fight to be understood in a system that was not hugely supportive was her driving force.We talked about:👉🏻 Why early intervention is imperative - and why "wait and see" can cost our children dearly👉🏻 The spectrum of Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)👉🏻 Why communication is so much more than words👉🏻 How the NHS referral process works - and why it varies between trusts👉🏻 The power of routine and visuals in helping children listen and understand👉🏻 The frustrating truth about the SEND system - why waiting until school is too late, and where the government's £4 billion investment really needs to go👉🏻 Kate's 3 practical tips for fostering brilliant communication skills from day oneThis episode genuinely changed how I think about communication and Kate is cleary an expert in this field - whether you have a 10 month old or a 2 year old (and beyond), this is a must-listen!🔗 Article referenced: The Cost to the Nation of Children's Poor CommunicationConnect with Kate:🌐 Website: www.wecancommunikate.co.uk📲 Instagram: @wecancommunikateLaura's Links:📲 Find Everything Here📲 Instagram: @themindfulgeneration📲 Connect on LinkedInBrand Partnership & Listener DiscountThis episode is brought to you by KARRI - the screen-free voice messenger designed to help children explore the world with confidence, while staying safely connected to the people who matter most.Loved by kids. Trusted by parents.You can pre-order the Messenger 2 (available May 2026) here: 👉 https://karri.io/collections/allOr purchase the Messenger 1 now and receive 15% off with code MINDFULGEN15: 👉 Click on this link where the discount has already been applied: https://g1.karri.io/collections/all?view=aa(Offer valid until 30/04/2026)If this episode resonated, please follow the podcast, rate and share it with another parent who needs this conversation 💛Support the show