Merge version_3 into main

Merge version_3 into main

src/app/about/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import MetricSplitMediaAbout from "@/components/sections/about/MetricSplitMediaAbout";
 import SocialProofOne from "@/components/sections/socialProof/SocialProofOne";
@@ -48,7 +47,7 @@ export default function AboutPage() {
             { value: "2019", title: "Founded to bridge NHS waiting list gaps" },
             { value: "UK-Wide", title: "Supporting families across the United Kingdom" },
           ]}
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516534775068-bb4e2b6d5b27?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/premium-photo/little-girl-dreaming-playing-outside-sun-after-lockdown-smiling-looking-out-window-small-cute-happy-female-child-waiting-thinking-daydreaming-with-her-hand-her-chin_590464-77405.jpg?id=30896423"
           imageAlt="SpeechBridge mission and impact"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"
@@ -68,7 +67,8 @@ export default function AboutPage() {
           textboxLayout="default"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
           names={[
-            "National Health Service (NHS)",            "Speech and Language UK",            "Education Endowment Foundation",            "Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists",            "British Academy of Audiology",            "UK Government: Department for Education"]}
+            "National Health Service (NHS)",            "Speech and Language UK",            "Education Endowment Foundation",            "Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists",            "British Academy of Audiology",            "UK Government: Department for Education"
+          ]}
           speed={40}
           showCard={true}
           ariaLabel="Research partners and evidence foundation"
@@ -85,7 +85,7 @@ export default function AboutPage() {
             { value: "Accessible", title: "WCAG 2.1 AA compliant, designed for all families" },
             { value: "Evidence-Led", title: "Every activity backed by research and therapist input" },
           ]}
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-112173f7f869?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/little-girl-dandelion-field-sunset-emotional-happy-child_1321-3376.jpg?id=26255574"
           imageAlt="SpeechBridge team and values"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"

src/app/activities/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import FeatureCardTwentyThree from "@/components/sections/feature/FeatureCardTwentyThree";
 import MetricCardTwo from "@/components/sections/metrics/MetricCardTwo";
@@ -48,13 +47,16 @@ export default function ActivitiesPage() {
           features={[
             {
               id: "1",              title: "Bubble Talk for Ages 0–2: Building First Words",              tags: ["Ages 0-2", "Vocabulary"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1503454537688-e47faf45564d?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Bubble play activity for infant speech development"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/little-girl-dandelion-field-sunset-emotional-happy-child_1321-3338.jpg?id=26169109",              imageAlt: "Bubble play activity for infant speech development"
+            },
             {
               id: "2",              title: "Rhyme Time Games for Ages 2–4: Sound Awareness",              tags: ["Ages 2-4", "Listening Skills"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Rhyme activity cards for toddler phonological awareness"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Rhyme activity cards for toddler phonological awareness"
+            },
             {
               id: "3",              title: "Story Sequencing for Ages 4–7: Narrative Skills",              tags: ["Ages 4-7", "Language Development"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506084868230-bb8a8fb7338e?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Story sequencing cards for older child narrative development"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/cute-little-girl-child-wearing-glasses-pointing_171337-3444.jpg?id=6781683",              imageAlt: "Story sequencing cards for older child narrative development"
+            },
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -93,13 +95,16 @@ export default function ActivitiesPage() {
           features={[
             {
               id: "1",              title: "Sign Up Free: Create your SpeechBridge account in under 2 minutes",              tags: ["Step 1", "Easy"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531482615713-2afd69097998?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Account creation interface"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531482615713-2afd69097998?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Account creation interface"
+            },
             {
               id: "2",              title: "Select Your Child's Age: Activities tailored to developmental stage",              tags: ["Step 2", "Personalized"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-112173f7f869?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Age group selection screen"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/premium-photo/girl-portrait-playing-house-development-learning-childhood-growth-with-happiness-child-fun-games-home-coordination-skills-creativity-preschool-activity-floor_590464-455405.jpg?id=374521662",              imageAlt: "Age group selection screen"
+            },
             {
               id: "3",              title: "Start Playing: Download, print, or use activities with your child",              tags: ["Step 3", "Immediate Access"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516534775068-bb4e2b6d5b27?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Activity library dashboard"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/premium-photo/happy-child-with-blue-t-shirt-garden_58409-10858.jpg?id=3337529",              imageAlt: "Activity library dashboard"
+            },
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"

src/app/contact/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import ContactCenter from "@/components/sections/contact/ContactCenter";
 import MetricCardTwo from "@/components/sections/metrics/MetricCardTwo";

src/app/layout.tsx

@@ -11,11 +11,13 @@ const archivo = Archivo({
 export const metadata: Metadata = {
   title: "SpeechBridge - Home Speech & Language Support for UK Families",  description: "Evidence-backed speech and language activities for children aged 0–7. Support your child's communication development at home during NHS waiting periods. Trusted by parents and speech therapists.",  keywords: "speech development, language support, children 0-7, NHS waiting list, speech therapy at home, UK parents, communication skills, early intervention",  metadataBase: new URL("https://speechbridge.uk"),
   alternates: {
-    canonical: "https://speechbridge.uk"},
+    canonical: "https://speechbridge.uk"
+  },
   openGraph: {
     title: "SpeechBridge - Support Your Child's Speech Journey",    description: "Home-based speech and language activities during NHS waiting periods. Evidence-backed, parent-designed, therapist-endorsed.",    url: "https://speechbridge.uk",    siteName: "SpeechBridge",    type: "website",    images: [
       {
-        url: "https://speechbridge.uk/og-image.jpg",        alt: "SpeechBridge - Speech and language support for UK families"},
+        url: "https://speechbridge.uk/og-image.jpg",        alt: "SpeechBridge - Speech and language support for UK families"
+      },
     ],
   },
   twitter: {

src/app/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import HeroLogoBillboardSplit from "@/components/sections/hero/HeroLogoBillboardSplit";
 import MetricCardTwo from "@/components/sections/metrics/MetricCardTwo";
@@ -57,7 +56,7 @@ export default function HomePage() {
             { text: "Learn More", href: "/about" },
           ]}
           layoutOrder="default"
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-112173f7f869?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/cute-boy-sit-grass-park_1303-25300.jpg?id=11601138"
           imageAlt="Parent and child engaged in speech activity at home"
           frameStyle="card"
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"
@@ -95,9 +94,9 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           description="During NHS waiting periods, early speech and language support at home makes a measurable difference. SpeechBridge provides evidence-backed activities, expert guidance, and a supportive community for parents, informed by research from the NHS, Speech and Language UK, and the Education Endowment Foundation."
           metrics={[
             { value: "Research Proven", title: "Evidence from EEF, NHS, and SALT professionals" },
-            { value: "Parent-Designed", title: "Built with input from families and therapists" },
+            { value: "Parent Designed", title: "Built with input from families and therapists" },
           ]}
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516534775068-bb4e2b6d5b27?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/beautiful-little-blonde-girl-smiles-winking-posing-touching-face-with-her-hands-pink-cute-dress-child-looking-happy-delighted-copy-space_176420-10150.jpg?id=8685885"
           imageAlt="Evidence-based research and clinical guidelines"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"
@@ -117,16 +116,20 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           features={[
             {
               id: "1",              title: "Age-Grouped Activities (0–2, 2–4, 4–7)",              tags: ["Tailored", "Age-Appropriate"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1503454537688-e47faf45564d?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Age-grouped activity cards for speech development"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/close-up-child-enjoying-didactic-game_23-2149316890.jpg?id=23669765",              imageAlt: "Age-grouped activity cards for speech development"
+            },
             {
               id: "2",              title: "Category-Based Search: Articulation, Vocabulary, Listening, Confidence",              tags: ["Organised", "Easy Navigation"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Activity categories for different speech needs"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Activity categories for different speech needs"
+            },
             {
               id: "3",              title: "Printable Activity Cards & Progress Tracker",              tags: ["Practical", "Offline-Friendly"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506084868230-bb8a8fb7338e?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Printable materials and progress tracking tools"},
+              imageSrc: "http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/little-girl-dandelion-field-sunset-emotional-happy-child_1321-3396.jpg?id=26255595",              imageAlt: "Printable materials and progress tracking tools"
+            },
             {
               id: "4",              title: "Evidence-Backed Guidance with WCAG 2.1 AA Accessibility",              tags: ["Accessible", "Compliant"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531482615713-2afd69097998?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Accessibility-first design for all parents"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1531482615713-2afd69097998?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "Accessibility-first design for all parents"
+            }
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -144,17 +147,23 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           tagAnimation="slide-up"
           testimonials={[
             {
-              id: "1",              name: "Sarah Mitchell",              role: "Parent of 3-year-old",              testimonial: "We waited 18 months for NHS assessment. SpeechBridge gave us activities to do at home while waiting. My daughter made real progress, and when she finally saw the speech therapist, they were impressed. Brilliant resource.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1494790108377-be9c29b29330?w=200&h=200&fit=crop",              imageAlt: "Sarah Mitchell"},
+              id: "1",              name: "Sarah Mitchell",              role: "Parent of 3-year-old",              testimonial: "We waited 18 months for NHS assessment. SpeechBridge gave us activities to do at home while waiting. My daughter made real progress, and when she finally saw the speech therapist, they were impressed. Brilliant resource.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1494790108377-be9c29b29330?w=200&h=200&fit=crop",              imageAlt: "Sarah Mitchell"
+            },
             {
-              id: "2",              name: "James Chen",              role: "Father of 2-year-old",              testimonial: "As a working parent, I needed simple, evidence-backed activities I could do in 10 minutes. SpeechBridge is exactly that. Clear instructions, no nonsense, and my son is speaking more confidently.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507003211169-0a1dd7228f2d?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "James Chen"},
+              id: "2",              name: "James Chen",              role: "Father of 2-year-old",              testimonial: "As a working parent, I needed simple, evidence-backed activities I could do in 10 minutes. SpeechBridge is exactly that. Clear instructions, no nonsense, and my son is speaking more confidently.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507003211169-0a1dd7228f2d?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "James Chen"
+            },
             {
-              id: "3",              name: "Emma Rodriguez",              role: "Speech and Language Therapist",              testimonial: "I recommend SpeechBridge to parents during waiting periods. The activities are evidence-based, the guidance is sound, and it genuinely helps bridge the gap. I wish we had this years ago.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1438761681033-6461ffad8d80?w=200&h=200&fit=crop",              imageAlt: "Emma Rodriguez"},
+              id: "3",              name: "Emma Rodriguez",              role: "Speech and Language Therapist",              testimonial: "I recommend SpeechBridge to parents during waiting periods. The activities are evidence-based, the guidance is sound, and it genuinely helps bridge the gap. I wish we had this years ago.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1438761681033-6461ffad8d80?w=200&h=200&fit=crop",              imageAlt: "Emma Rodriguez"
+            },
             {
-              id: "4",              name: "David Patel",              role: "Parent of 5-year-old",              testimonial: "My son struggled with articulation. The printable cards were easy to use, tracking progress was motivating, and seeing improvement at home gave us confidence. Highly recommended for any parent on a waiting list.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500648767791-00dcc994a43e?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "David Patel"},
+              id: "4",              name: "David Patel",              role: "Parent of 5-year-old",              testimonial: "My son struggled with articulation. The printable cards were easy to use, tracking progress was motivating, and seeing improvement at home gave us confidence. Highly recommended for any parent on a waiting list.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500648767791-00dcc994a43e?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=1",              imageAlt: "David Patel"
+            },
             {
-              id: "5",              name: "Lisa Thompson",              role: "Parent of twins, aged 4",              testimonial: "Managing two children's speech needs was overwhelming. SpeechBridge's age-filtered activities and newsletter tips made it manageable. The community support was invaluable during a stressful time.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507003211169-0a1dd7228f2d?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Lisa Thompson"},
+              id: "5",              name: "Lisa Thompson",              role: "Parent of twins, aged 4",              testimonial: "Managing two children's speech needs was overwhelming. SpeechBridge's age-filtered activities and newsletter tips made it manageable. The community support was invaluable during a stressful time.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1507003211169-0a1dd7228f2d?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Lisa Thompson"
+            },
             {
-              id: "6",              name: "Amir Hassan",              role: "Parent of 18-month-old",              testimonial: "Early intervention saved us months. SpeechBridge's 0–2 activities are brilliant for building strong speech foundations. Our health visitor also recommended it to other families.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500648767791-00dcc994a43e?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Amir Hassan"},
+              id: "6",              name: "Amir Hassan",              role: "Parent of 18-month-old",              testimonial: "Early intervention saved us months. SpeechBridge's 0–2 activities are brilliant for building strong speech foundations. Our health visitor also recommended it to other families.",              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1500648767791-00dcc994a43e?w=200&h=200&fit=crop&_wi=2",              imageAlt: "Amir Hassan"
+            },
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -174,7 +183,8 @@ export default function HomePage() {
           textboxLayout="default"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           names={[
-            "National Health Service (NHS)",            "Speech and Language UK",            "Education Endowment Foundation",            "Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists",            "British Academy of Audiology",            "UK Government: Department for Education"]}
+            "National Health Service (NHS)",            "Speech and Language UK",            "Education Endowment Foundation",            "Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists",            "British Academy of Audiology",            "UK Government: Department for Education"
+          ]}
           speed={40}
           showCard={true}
           ariaLabel="Evidence-based partnerships and endorsements"

src/app/professionals/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import MetricSplitMediaAbout from "@/components/sections/about/MetricSplitMediaAbout";
 import MetricCardTwo from "@/components/sections/metrics/MetricCardTwo";
@@ -48,7 +47,7 @@ export default function ProfessionalsPage() {
             { value: "500+", title: "Speech and language therapists in our directory" },
             { value: "All Regions", title: "Coverage across UK nations and local authorities" },
           ]}
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1516534775068-bb4e2b6d5b27?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=4"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/child-kick-scooter-park-kids-learn-skate-roller-board-little-girl-skating-sunny-summer-day_1157-39448.jpg?id=10064138"
           imageAlt="Professional referral directory"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"
@@ -88,7 +87,7 @@ export default function ProfessionalsPage() {
             { value: "Free", title: "Professional access to all resources" },
             { value: "Support", title: "Dedicated professional support team" },
           ]}
-          imageSrc="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1576091160550-112173f7f869?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=4"
+          imageSrc="http://img.b2bpic.net/free-photo/mother-spending-time-with-her-child_23-2149238793.jpg?id=21804727"
           imageAlt="Professional partnership opportunities"
           useInvertedBackground={false}
           mediaAnimation="slide-up"

src/app/resources/page.tsx

@@ -1,7 +1,6 @@
 "use client";
 
 import { ThemeProvider } from "@/providers/themeProvider/ThemeProvider";
-import Link from "next/link";
 import NavbarStyleCentered from "@/components/navbar/NavbarStyleCentered/NavbarStyleCentered";
 import FeatureCardTwentyThree from "@/components/sections/feature/FeatureCardTwentyThree";
 import TestimonialCardTwo from "@/components/sections/testimonial/TestimonialCardTwo";
@@ -48,13 +47,16 @@ export default function ResourcesPage() {
           features={[
             {
               id: "1",              title: "Understanding Speech Milestones: What to Expect 0–7",              tags: ["Guide", "Development"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1503454537688-e47faf45564d?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "Speech development milestones guide"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1503454537688-e47faf45564d?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "Speech development milestones guide"
+            },
             {
               id: "2",              title: "NHS Waiting Lists: A Parent's Guide to Getting Started",              tags: ["Article", "NHS Support"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "NHS waiting list support article"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1552664730-d307ca884978?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "NHS waiting list support article"
+            },
             {
               id: "3",              title: "Building Confidence: Managing Speech Anxiety in Children",              tags: ["Video", "Mental Health"],
-              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506084868230-bb8a8fb7338e?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "Building confidence video resource"},
+              imageSrc: "https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1506084868230-bb8a8fb7338e?w=800&h=600&fit=crop&_wi=3",              imageAlt: "Building confidence video resource"
+            },
           ]}
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
@@ -84,6 +86,7 @@ export default function ResourcesPage() {
           animationType="slide-up"
           textboxLayout="default"
           useInvertedBackground={true}
+          carouselMode="buttons"
           ariaLabel="Frequently asked questions from parents"
         />
       </div>