Why Early Support Matters for Kids and Adults — And What You Can Do Right Now

If you’re here, you’re probably waiting.
Waiting for a speech-language pathologist to call you back.
Waiting for an assessment.
Waiting for your child to say more than a few words — or maybe waiting to feel confident using your own.

Let’s be clear: you’re not overreacting. You’re paying attention.
And that’s the first step toward real change.

For Parents: Early Speech Support for Toddlers and Kids

In provinces across Canada, waitlists for speech therapy can stretch months — sometimes even years. But the early years are also the most powerful for your child’s development.

Research shows that early intervention in speech and language therapy leads to better long-term outcomes, especially when signs of a delay show up early.

Signs Your Toddler Might Need Speech Therapy:

• Fewer than 20 words by 18 months

• Difficulty combining words by age 2

• Trouble following directions

• Frustration or tantrums when trying to communicate

• Speech that’s unclear or hard to understand

• Lack of pretend play or eye contact

If any of these sound familiar, you’re not alone — and there’s something you can do now.

For Adults: Speech Challenges Don’t Expire at Age 5

Speech and communication challenges don’t disappear when we grow up. In fact, many adults struggle silently with issues they were told they’d "grow out of."

At Wordbird, we support adults dealing with:

• Stuttering or cluttered speech

• Accent modification for clearer communication

• Voice therapy for vocal strain or pitch issues

• Speech challenges following stroke, concussion, or brain injury

• Social communication difficulties

• Confidence when speaking at work or in public

Whether you’ve always struggled with speech — or something changed after an illness or injury — it’s never too late to get support that fits your life.

What Makes Wordbird Different

🪶 Virtual-first, for real life
Whether you’re a busy parent or an adult juggling work and appointments, Wordbird makes it easier to get care from wherever you are. Our therapy is online, but never impersonal.

🪶 Evidence-based, strategy-packed
We skip the fluff and get to what works. Every session is customized to help you (or your child) build real-world communication skills.

🪶 No referral needed
Skip the waitlists and gatekeeping. You can book directly with us — no doctor's note required.

🪶 Support that fits your goals
We don’t do one-size-fits-all. Whether you're helping your toddler talk more or preparing for a job interview, our therapy is built around you.

Not Sure Where to Start? Start Here.

Whether you're a parent waiting for services… or an adult ready to finally feel confident when speaking — Wordbird can be your first step.

👉 Book a Free Consultation Call
👉 Explore Services for Kids, teens and adults

Because no one is “behind.” You’re just waiting for the right support — and we’re ready when you are.