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Transitioning to high school is a significant milestone in a child’s life. It can be both exciting and challenging as they navigate new academic demands, [..]

Many children who participate in occupational therapy, speech therapy, physiotherapy, or psychology often engage in multiple therapies for several years on a [..]

This blog delves into the invaluable roles animals and pets play in aiding individuals with their daily functional goals. Pretzel, our beloved furry companion at [..]

What are Specific Learning Disorders Specific Learning disorders are types of neurodevelopmental disorders that impact on one or more cognitive processes required [..]

Functional Capacity Assessments evaluate an individual’s capacity to engage in daily life activities effectively. These assessments aim to identify the [..]

Occupational Therapist (OT) led sporting groups use sport as a delivery tool in supporting the development of a range of skills. OT led sports-based groups provide [..]

Occupational Therapists (OTs) are crucial in helping people carry out their everyday activities on their own. They empower individuals by promoting the ability to [..]

Feeding selectivity, more commonly known as “Picky Eating”, refers to a tendency of selective eating habits where the children usually display a strong food [..]

Whether a child has been receiving occupational therapy for some time or are new to OT, parents often find themselves questioning the differences between individual [..]

Disclaimer: In this blogpost we have utilised identify-first language in line with current preferences in the Autistic community. However, we acknowledge that [..]

In a world that often seeks conformity, there is a rising movement that promotes the vibrant spectrum of human minds. It’s an approach that shatters the [..]

In the blog post titled ‘Feeding Strategies’, the readers were introduced to the contents of an occupational therapist’s (OT) feeding toolkit, as [..]

Goal setting is a key stage of the client journey at Occupational Therapy Helping Children and an essential component of what Occupational Therapists call ‘The OT [..]

As Occupational Therapists, the Nook play sofa is one of our favourite activities to integrate into our therapy sessions. It is fun, practical and aligns with many [..]

“Children need the freedom and time to play. Play is not a luxury; the time spent engaged in it is not time that could be better spent in more formal educational [..]

What’s Inside Our Feeding Tool Kit? At Occupational Therapy Helping Children, some of our therapists recently had the pleasure of attending Melanie Potock’s [..]

The PRPP System of Task Analysis is an occupational therapy assessment and intervention system that was developed by Associate Professor Chris Chapparo and Dr Judy [..]

While occupational therapy sessions teach and develop a range of skills, it is extremely important that practice is carried out within the home as well. Your [..]

Christmas time is so often full of excitement and merriment. However, buying the “just right” present for your child can be a challenge and sometimes feel like [..]

Kmart is a wonderland for some amazing toys and gadgets that can support children’s development and be a whole lot of fun at the same time! Whether you are a [..]

There are many different environments your child experiences throughout their life that can be hugely beneficial to their development. As occupational therapists, [..]

At Occupational Therapy Helping Children, our OTs work collaboratively with families, schools and allied health professionals. Working collaboratively means that [..]

Transitioning From Study to Practice Starting a new graduate job is the beginning of a new chapter of your life. It can be full of anticipation and excitement and [..]

There are many different models and frameworks we use as Occupational Therapists, particularly when working with kids and families. One term that you may hear us [..]

Whether it is your first NDIS meeting or another plan review, there can always be the worry and stress of how much funding your child will get. Will you get a good [..]

1994 Occupational Therapy Helping Children was started in 1994 by founder and director Lisa Hughes. Lisa began doing home visits on Saturday mornings. Towards the [..]

OTs use lots of different toys, tools and resources in therapy sessions chosen specifically to meet the needs and interests of each child. But some resources are [..]

The Christmas season is almost here, which means that it’s time to start thinking about doing our Christmas shopping! In this blog, we are going to give you some [..]

If you are new to the world of Occupational Therapy or your child has been referred to us and you are not sure what exactly happens next, then here’s a simple [..]

An Occupational Therapist who works in schools has the advantage of being in a collaborative environment with teachers, aides, school counsellors and parents to [..]

What is a paediatric Occupational Therapist?  Paediatric Occupational Therapists (OT) are regulated health care professionals that work with children and [..]

What is Telehealth? Occupational therapy services exist to support families with a child through a range of specific and targeted interventions. It is aimed at [..]

The in’s and out’s of study, placement, and juggling life commitments as an OT student Written by Merinda Griffith Occupational Therapy, What is it and what [..]

1. Initial Phone Call When you phone an Occupational Therapy practice for children, the person on the end of the line should be engaging and generally interested in [..]

For most, when they visit an OT, they see the fun and excitement that happens within a session. Maybe its messy play, building with giant cushions, playing board [..]

How do you know if your child needs Occupational Therapy? These are some of the red flags to look out for: - · Does your child have difficulty hopping, [..]