Helping Your Child Find Their Voice: A New Resource on Selective Mutism

We know how worrying it can be when your child finds it hard to speak in certain situations. You’re not alone—and there is support available.

Specialist Speech and Language Therapists from Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) and across Wales, have produce a set of resources designed to help parents understand and support children with Selective Mutism.

This resource is designed to give you practical tips, reassurance, and guidance so you can help your child feel safe and confident—both at home and in school.

What will you find inside?

• What is Selective Mutism? – A simple introduction for parents.
• Why your child may not be talking in nursery or school – Understanding the possible reasons.
• Top tips for parents – Practical ways to support a child at home with their selective mutism.
• How to avoid answering for your child – to avoid strengthening their selective mutism.
• Key techniques for reducing anxiety – to support a child with selective mutism.
• Transition guidance – Support for moving into primary and secondary school.

Access the Padlet here: Selective mutism resources for parents and education staff