From the 12th-13th June, I’m taking part in #TheBigSilence with @speechandlanguageuk – a 24-hour sponsored silence in solidarity with the 2 million children in the UK who struggle with talking and understanding words.

For many of these children, silence isn’t a choice – it’s a daily reality. They’re more likely to fall behind at school, develop mental health difficulties, and face long waits for support.

During the silence, I’ll be relying on alternative forms of communication such as visual cue cards and communication aids etc. - embracing the many varied forms communication can take.

I’m staying silent so they don’t have to. But, this will be a huge challenge for me! I have two young kids, a business to run, am overseeing house renovations and am a complete chatterbox!

UPDATE: I'm proud to announce that my 6 year-old daughter is keen to get involved and has decided to go silent during her school day. I'm sure you'll appreciate how admirable this is!