Built for the parents doing the everyday work
TalkPebble started from a simple observation: parents are often told that everyday interaction matters, but rarely shown exactly what to do in the moment.
Our approach
Between nursery pickups, meals and bedtime there is not much room for extra programmes or homework. So we designed TalkPebble around the moments that already happen every day — the snack you were going to hand over anyway, the story you were already going to read.
Our guidance is general and educational. It is written to help you notice and respond to how your child communicates today, whatever stage that is. We are careful not to make claims about outcomes, because every child develops differently and no app can know your child the way you do.
If something you notice worries you, we would rather you talk to a qualified professional sooner than spend time in an app. That is why professional support is signposted throughout, not hidden in the small print.
The principles behind every screen
Everyday over clinical
Parents already spend hours a day with their child. We focus on those existing moments instead of adding another appointment to the calendar.
Careful with language
We do not diagnose, score or predict. We describe what you might notice and offer things you can try, in plain language.
Calm, not alarming
Worry does not help anyone. Guidance is written to feel supportive and practical, never to create urgency or fear.
Alongside professionals
We are a companion to qualified care, not a replacement for it. We will always point you toward professional support when it matters.
A companion alongside professional care
TalkPebble is designed to support the everyday work of parenting. It complements — and never replaces — evaluation and care from qualified professionals.
What TalkPebble does
- Shares general, age-aware information about early communication
- Suggests everyday activities you can try at home
- Helps you keep notes on what you observe
What it does not do
- It does not diagnose, screen for or rule out any condition
- It does not provide therapy or a treatment plan
- It does not promise or predict any particular outcome
When to seek professional advice
- You have concerns about your child’s speech, language or hearing
- Your child seems to be losing skills they previously had
- You would simply like a professional opinion — you never need to wait
If you have questions or concerns about your child's development, a speech-language pathologist or your child's doctor is the right place to start. You do not need to use this app first, and you never need a referral from us.
Find supportStart with one small moment today
Get simple parent-guided activities for everyday routines — coming soon on the App Store and Google Play.
TalkPebble provides educational information only and does not diagnose or treat any condition.