Supporting children with early social and communication differences

In this episode, guest host Jacquie Lee speaks with Professor Andrew Whitehouse about how we can support babies and children who display early social and communication differences. 

Andrew also talks with Jacquie about the Inklings program, an evidence-based early intervention program for babies aged 6–18 months who show early differences in social interaction and communication. It aims to support caregivers by helping them recognise, interpret, and respond to their baby’s unique communication behaviours and is available to families in select parts of Australia.  

In this episode you will hear: 

• Andrew talk about the Inklings program, why it was developed and what its aims are [00:02:14].
• Andrew share what signs a parent could notice that suggests their child may have communication differences [00:9:40].
• Jacquie and Andrew talk about finding time for connection with your child [ 00:27:10].

Further information and resources: 
 

Inklings program  

Supporting your baby’s mental health and wellbeing 

Communication and meaning-making: Why good communication is key to children’s mental health 

ADHD, autism and food: Supporting neurodivergent children at mealtimes 

How you can support your neurodivergent child 

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