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Preparing for your child’s first OT appointment may seem overwhelming, but the good news is that OT is all about understanding and supporting your child in practical, meaningful ways. With a little bit of preparation, your first appointment can be a really positive and productive beginning. Your child’s OT may already have shared some of the information below, but if not, it’s a good idea to ask whether they have any suggestions for how you can prepare yourself and your child

Note: The term ‘Autistic’ is used throughout this blog out of respect for the widely expressed preference within the Autistic community. We recognise that individuals may have their own preferred language, and that’s valid too. For more information, please refer to the link from 'Raising Children' at the end of this blog. Welcome to my first post in a new series: Digging Deeper. If you’ve ever wondered why your child seems overwhelmed by sounds, struggles with big emotions, o

As a parent, you know your child better than anyone else. But when challenges arise - whether it's around their development, behaviour, routines or emotions - it can be hard to know what to do next. And so, you do what any parent would, you start seeking help. In my experience as an OT, I have come across many families that tend to 'fall into the gaps'. Parents that may say or think the following: 'I'm ready, but the supports aren't': 'I am ready to receive help, but I have

To put it simply, Occupational Therapy is a health profession that helps people to do the things that matter most to them. This looks different depending on who the Occupational Therapist is working with. For children, Occupational Therapists seek to support them with the skills they need to be a child - playing, learning, making friends, learning to look after themselves and being part of their family, school and community. Being an Occupational Therapist comes with an aware