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In paediatric occupational therapy, the activities we might plan to do —fine motor tasks, sensory play, executive function scaffolds—are...

As parents and caregivers, it’s natural to want the very best for our children. When we notice our little ones developing a bit...

As occupational therapists working with children and adolescents, we sometimes see moments in sessions where a young person seems to...

In the next installment in our series on transition skills we are looking at building independence in daily routines, to support...

I'm sure you can remember yourself, or have experienced with your own kids - The leap from primary to high school is one of the most...

I honestly, truly try not to write posts like this often. I’m usually too busy doing the actual work—with my team, with my family, with...

Let's face it, emotions emerge first in the body before young children possess the vocabulary or cognitive skills to articulate them....

Pop-its are an example of a fidget tool that has increased in popularity over the past 5 years. Fidget toys—simple tools with a profound...

Connection is essential to all. Many parents will understand this, but perhaps others reading might not - There’s a moment, often after...

In a world full of early learning flashcards, mini whiteboards, and Instagram-worthy handwriting worksheets, it’s easy to feel like our...

The NDIS idea of "choice" By Kate Hoad - Director/OT of 18 years And the NDIS are at it again, folks. As of this coming Monday 19 May...

Hypermobility, often described as being "double-jointed," is more than just the ability to bend and stretch further than most people. It...

Why All Therapy for Children Should Be Goal-Directed and Interest-Led “Therapy just for therapy’s sake” is a misalignment of both...

As children grow into adolescence, their ability to plan, organise, and manage their time becomes more important than ever. These skills,...

For many autistic people, the world often feels like a stage. Not because they want the spotlight, but because they’ve learned — often...

Author - Kate Hoad Historically, males have been recognised as having autism at higher rates than females. According to the current...

Executive functions are the set of cognitive skills that help us manage tasks, regulate emotions, and achieve goals. They develop...

Just as physical scaffolding supports a structure as it is built, emotional and cognitive scaffolding provides the necessary guidance,...

Example reward chart Reward charts are a popular tool for shaping behaviour, often used to reinforce positive actions by offering...

In the fast-paced world of parenting, finding time for meaningful conversations with children and teens can be challenging. Yet, one of...