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Understanding Sensory Avoidance Behaviour in Children

Children experience the world through their senses—touch, sound, smell, taste, and movement....
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Understanding Sensory Seeking Behaviour in Children

Children explore the world through their senses, but for some, the need for sensory input goes beyond typical exploration. Sensory-seeking...
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What are Neurodiversity Affirming Practices

Neurodiversity-affirming approach recognises and celebrates the natural diversity of human brains and cognitive functioning....
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What is Global Development Delay

Global Developmental Delay (GDD) refers to a significant delay in two or more areas of development as compared to peers...
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What is Pathological Demand Avoidance

Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) is recognised as a type of profile within the autism spectrum that involves an extreme avoidance...
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How to Help Your Kids Manage the Holidays

The holiday season often brings opportunities to travel, visit loved ones, and explore new places....
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Sensory Processing During the Holiday Period

The holiday season is often a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. However, for children with sensory processing challenges, it...
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Signs Your Child has Dyspraxia

Dyspraxia, or Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD), is a condition that affects a child’s ability to plan and execute physical movements....
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Signs Your Child has Dyslexia

Dyslexia is one of the most common learning differences and affects how children process language. This can impact their ability...
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What are Gross Motor Skills in Child Development

Gross motor skills in child development refer to the large muscle movements that enable children to perform essential activities such...
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What are Fine Motor Skills in Child Development

Fine motor skills in child development refer to the small, precise movements of the hands and fingers that allow children...
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Pretend Play Milestones Every Parent Should Know & When to Seek Help

Pretend play is one of the most exciting aspects of childhood, where imagination runs wild and children explore the world...
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Squish, Squeeze, and Strengthen: Fun Theraputty Exercises for Fine Motor and Handwriting Skills

As Paediatric Occupational Therapists, we know how important it is for kids to develop fine motor skills to support everyday...
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Vestibular Sensory System Part 2

Supporting your child’s vestibular development can make a big difference in their balance, coordination and sensory development....
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Vestibular Sensory System Part 1

Have you ever wondered why your child might be clumsy, struggle with coordination, or seem overly energetic? The answer could...
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My Child Seems to Be Sitting in the W Position—Should I Be Concerned?

As parents, you may have noticed your child sitting in a position where their bottom is on the floor, knees...
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Understanding Motor Planning, Praxis, and Dyspraxia

If you’ve been informed by health professionals that your child has difficulties with motor planning, praxis, or dyspraxia, you might...
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Finding the Right Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service for Your Child

Finding the Right Paediatric Occupational Therapy Service for Your Child

How do you find the right paediatric occupational therapy service? We’ll guide you through the essential steps to help you...
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Understanding Paediatric Occupational Therapy: A Pathway to Children’s Well-being

Paediatric Occupational Therapy, often abbreviated as OT, is a branch of therapy that focuses on helping children develop the skills...
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