Hosts: Emily Mackie and Lizzy Dawson In this episode, we discuss the challenges of waitlists in allied health services, particularly for paediatric patients. We explore how professionals can provide support in the meantime, the importance of early intervention, and offer practical advice and resources for parents. We also dive into emotional connections that drive our passion for helping children. Key Takeaways: Parents often experience roadblocks, but consistency, education, and encouragement are essential. Allied health professionals can offer various entry points to services to build trust over time. The "wait and see" approach is outdated; instead, we advocate for "support and see" to offer interim help. Resources Mentioned: Busy Books for Language Development: Created by Emily Mackie My Creative Box: A collaboration offering craft kits with speech therapy tips.  Mindfulness Scripts & Baby Development Courses: Mindfulness Exercises Counting the Cost of Late Intervention - The Kids Research Institute of Australia Check out Emily Mackie's online programs to support child development and resources Check out Lizzy Dawson’s online programs and free resources – pre and post assessment checklists  Check out our courses and websites: https://www.lizzydawson.com.au/ https://www.emilymackie.com.au/ WHY WAIT AND SEE DOESN’T WORK! What’s the Alternative? Follow us on Instagram: @movetalkthrive - https://www.instagram.com/movetalkthrive/ @lizzydawson_ - https://www.instagram.com/lizzydawson_/ @emilymackie.speechie - https://www.instragram.com/emilymackie.speechie/   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Move.Talk.Thrive