speech therapy
Supporting Little Voices
Supporting Little Voices
Paediatric speech therapy and lactation support helping babies, toddlers, and families thrive through early development - in Afrikaans and English.
Professional online therapy
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balance and happiness - on your terms.
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Early Support Makes A Lifelong Difference
Meet Your Therapist
Meet Your Therapist
Meet Your Therapist
Speech-Language Therapist & Lactation Consultant
Speech-Language Therapist & Lactation Consultant
Hi, I'm Monique. I'm a speech-language therapist at Our Village in Garsfontein, Pretoria, with a special passion for supporting babies, toddlers, and their families through the earliest stages of development.
I have a special interest in breastfeeding and pediatric feeding difficulties, and I'm currently completing my SACLC certification. Whether you're navigating latching difficulties, pain during breastfeeding, low milk supply, bottle feeding challenges, or transitioning to solid foods, I'm here to help. These services are available at my practice rooms, at hospitals, or through convenient home visits.
My services also include communication screenings, assessments, and treatment, with a focus on early communication intervention for children aged 0-3 years. I work closely with allied health professionals and teachers to ensure a collaborative, holistic approach for each child.
I strongly believe in empowering parents with practical, play-based strategies that fit naturally into your daily routines. Through parent coaching and therapy sessions, I aim to make early communication and feeding support accessible, functional, and family-centered.
My mission is to walk alongside families with compassion and evidence-based care - helping little ones thrive.
Services are available in both Afrikaans and English.
Hi, I'm Monique. I'm a speech-language therapist at Our Village in Garsfontein, Pretoria, with a special passion for supporting babies, toddlers, and their families through the earliest stages of development.
I have a special interest in breastfeeding and pediatric feeding difficulties, and I'm currently completing my SACLC certification. Whether you're navigating latching difficulties, pain during breastfeeding, low milk supply, bottle feeding challenges, or transitioning to solid foods, I'm here to help. These services are available at my practice rooms, at hospitals, or through convenient home visits.
My services also include communication screenings, assessments, and treatment, with a focus on early communication intervention for children aged 0-3 years. I work closely with allied health professionals and teachers to ensure a collaborative, holistic approach for each child.
I strongly believe in empowering parents with practical, play-based strategies that fit naturally into your daily routines. Through parent coaching and therapy sessions, I aim to make early communication and feeding support accessible, functional, and family-centered.
My mission is to walk alongside families with compassion and evidence-based care - helping little ones thrive.
Services are available in both Afrikaans and English.
Speech-Language Therapist
SACLC Certification (In Progress)
Pediatric Feeding Specialist
Early Intervention Specialist
Speech-Language Therapist
SACLC Certification (In Progress)
Pediatric Feeding Specialist
Early Intervention Specialist
my services
How I Can Help You Thrive
How I Can
Help You Thrive
Lactation Consultancy
Comprehensive breastfeeding support for new mothers navigating feeding challenges. I provide guidance on latching difficulties, managing pain during breastfeeding, addressing low milk supply concerns, and supporting bottle-feeding transitions. Available at my practice, in hospitals, or through home visits for your convenience and comfort.
Lactation Consultancy
Comprehensive breastfeeding support for new mothers navigating feeding challenges. I provide guidance on latching difficulties, managing pain during breastfeeding, addressing low milk supply concerns, and supporting bottle-feeding transitions. Available at my practice, in hospitals, or through home visits for your convenience and comfort.
Lactation Consultancy
Comprehensive breastfeeding support for new mothers navigating feeding challenges. I provide guidance on latching difficulties, managing pain during breastfeeding, addressing low milk supply concerns, and supporting bottle-feeding transitions. Available at my practice, in hospitals, or through home visits for your convenience and comfort.
Early Communication Intervention (0-3 years)
Specialized support for babies and toddlers during critical developmental stages. Through communication screenings, assessments, and targeted treatment, I help your little one build foundational language skills. Using play-based strategies that integrate naturally into your daily routine, I empower parents to support their child's communication journey every day.
Early Communication Intervention (0-3 years)
Specialized support for babies and toddlers during critical developmental stages. Through communication screenings, assessments, and targeted treatment, I help your little one build foundational language skills. Using play-based strategies that integrate naturally into your daily routine, I empower parents to support their child's communication journey every day.
Early Communication Intervention (0-3 years)
Specialized support for babies and toddlers during critical developmental stages. Through communication screenings, assessments, and targeted treatment, I help your little one build foundational language skills. Using play-based strategies that integrate naturally into your daily routine, I empower parents to support their child's communication journey every day.
Speech-Language Therapy for Children
Comprehensive therapy for children with speech-language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and developmental delays. I work collaboratively with allied health professionals and teachers to ensure a holistic approach. Each session is tailored to your child's unique needs, fostering growth in communication, confidence, and connection.
Speech-Language Therapy for Children
Comprehensive therapy for children with speech-language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and developmental delays. I work collaboratively with allied health professionals and teachers to ensure a holistic approach. Each session is tailored to your child's unique needs, fostering growth in communication, confidence, and connection.
Speech-Language Therapy for Children
Comprehensive therapy for children with speech-language disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and developmental delays. I work collaboratively with allied health professionals and teachers to ensure a holistic approach. Each session is tailored to your child's unique needs, fostering growth in communication, confidence, and connection.
Pediatric Feeding Therapy
Specialized support for feeding difficulties including transitioning from breast or bottle to solid foods. I help families navigate picky eating, food aversions, oral motor difficulties, and mealtime challenges. Together, we'll develop strategies that make mealtimes less stressful and more enjoyable for the whole family.
Pediatric Feeding Therapy
Specialized support for feeding difficulties including transitioning from breast or bottle to solid foods. I help families navigate picky eating, food aversions, oral motor difficulties, and mealtime challenges. Together, we'll develop strategies that make mealtimes less stressful and more enjoyable for the whole family.
Pediatric Feeding Therapy
Specialized support for feeding difficulties including transitioning from breast or bottle to solid foods. I help families navigate picky eating, food aversions, oral motor difficulties, and mealtime challenges. Together, we'll develop strategies that make mealtimes less stressful and more enjoyable for the whole family.
how it works
Simple, Convenient, Effective
1
Initial Contact
Reach out via phone, WhatsApp, or email to discuss your concerns. We'll schedule a consultation to understand your little one's needs and determine if my services are the right fit for your family.
1
Initial Contact
Reach out via phone, WhatsApp, or email to discuss your concerns. We'll schedule a consultation to understand your little one's needs and determine if my services are the right fit for your family.
1
Initial Contact
Reach out via phone, WhatsApp, or email to discuss your concerns. We'll schedule a consultation to understand your little one's needs and determine if my services are the right fit for your family.
2
Personalized Plan
I'll conduct a thorough assessment of your child's communication or feeding needs. Based on my findings, I'll create a customized therapy plan tailored to your child's developmental stage and your family's goals.
2
Personalized Plan
I'll conduct a thorough assessment of your child's communication or feeding needs. Based on my findings, I'll create a customized therapy plan tailored to your child's developmental stage and your family's goals.
2
Personalized Plan
I'll conduct a thorough assessment of your child's communication or feeding needs. Based on my findings, I'll create a customized therapy plan tailored to your child's developmental stage and your family's goals.
3
Therapy Sessions
Through one-on-one sessions, we'll work together using play-based strategies. I'll coach you on practical techniques you can use daily to support your child's development and celebrate each milestone.
3
Therapy Sessions
Through one-on-one sessions, we'll work together using play-based strategies. I'll coach you on practical techniques you can use daily to support your child's development and celebrate each milestone.
3
Therapy Sessions
Through one-on-one sessions, we'll work together using play-based strategies. I'll coach you on practical techniques you can use daily to support your child's development and celebrate each milestone.
What Clients Say
Real Stories, Real Impact
Real Stories, Real Impact
"We were struggling with the transition to solid foods. Monique's guidance and practical strategies transformed mealtimes from stressful to enjoyable." - Anique, Mom of twins
"The early communication intervention sessions gave us the tools to help our son reach his milestones. Monique's play-based approach made therapy feel natural and fun." - Jaco & Lisa, Parents of a 2-year-old
"Monique's support with breastfeeding was life-changing. She helped us overcome latching issues with such patience and expertise. Our little one is thriving now!" - Sarah, New Mom
"We were struggling with the transition to solid foods. Monique's guidance and practical strategies transformed mealtimes from stressful to enjoyable." - Anique, Mom of twins
"The early communication intervention sessions gave us the tools to help our son reach his milestones. Monique's play-based approach made therapy feel natural and fun." - Jaco & Lisa, Parents of a 2-year-old
"Monique's support with breastfeeding was life-changing. She helped us overcome latching issues with such patience and expertise. Our little one is thriving now!" - Sarah, New Mom
Your New Beginning
Your Family's Journey to Thriving Starts Here
Supporting families with compassionate, evidence-based care. Whether it's feeding challenges or early communication milestones, I'm here to help your little one flourish.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact Information
Spique Speech Therapy
Monique van der Merwe
Speech-Language Therapist
📍 Our Village, Garsfontein, Pretoria
📱 072 596 8692
✉️ monique@spique.co.za
Spique Speech Therapy
Monique van der Merwe
Speech-Language Therapist
📍 Our Village, Garsfontein, Pretoria
📱 072 596 8692
✉️ monique@spique.co.za
Available for:
• Practice consultations
• Hospital visits
Services in Afrikaans & English
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0-3 Years
specialized early intervention focus
0-3 Years
specialized early intervention focus
0-3 Years
specialized early intervention focus
100%
family-centered, evidence-based approach
100%
family-centered, evidence-based approach
100%
family-centered, evidence-based approach
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service options: practice, hospital, or home visits
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service options: practice, hospital, or home visits
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service options: practice, hospital, or home visits