Wobble Stools – To Wobble or Not to Wobble?
Wobble stools. Sounds fun, looks great, and your child will probably love the novelty of using one. But is this the best seating option for your child? Wobble stools, also…
Dysgraphia – How to help your child
Dysgraphia – The learning disability that affects writing skills. Dysgraphia is a term that was previously used to describe and categorise a learning disability that affects writing skills, but its…
Why jump and climb activities are so important for children
What is all the fuss about jump and climb activities? When I was six, I remember jumping from the roof of my home at Woodville West onto the grass. It…
Unpacking Daily Functioning Skills – Why this superhero power is important
But as children, we need to establish the skills, the functional skills, to be able to perform those daily functional tasks with simplicity and ease of transaction. Things like getting dressed, tying shoelaces, showering, having a bath, going to the toilet, cooking, brushing our hair, packing our school bag, and writing.
6 indoor sensory activities perfect for your child
Developing the senses of our children is a foundational aspect of their growth and development. While all children benefit from sensory activities, some children need a little more assistance in…
Ayre’s Sensory Integration Training
Research in Ayre's Sensory Integration Therapy has increased considerably over the last 15 years. In fact, it is researched not only by Occupational Therapists but by other health professionals and…
What is Interoception?
What is Interoception? Sit back and relax. What are you feeling inside your body? Are you hungry? Do you need to go to the toilet? Is your heart racing? Are…
The importance of the Vestibular Processing System!
What is the vestibular processing system? The vestibular processing system plays an essential role in the relationship between our body, gravity and the physical world. It provides us with information…
The Importance of Proprioception!
In school, we are taught about our five senses: vision, touch, hearing, smell, and taste. But as adults, we learn that the human body is more complex than this. We…
Are fidget spinners good or bad?
Right now, most children either have a fidget spinner or have asked for one. If you’re a parent, you’re probably wondering what they are, and if you really should be…
