Kids Plan-it Occupational Therapy

31/08/2025

Plan-it Kids Chronicles September 2025 -

Our Regulate My Child sessions gave parents and carers practical tools to support emotional regulation and better understand sensory processing and behaviour.

25/08/2025

✨ Not all challenging behaviours are what they seem…
When a child feels overwhelmed, their brain may shift into survival mode — and that can look like FIGHT, FLIGHT, FREEZE or FAWN. 💥🏃‍♀️🧊🙇‍♀️
These aren’t “bad” behaviours. They’re nervous system responses to stress, fear, or dysregulation — and they often show up in everyday situations at home, school, or therapy.
💡 As adults, we can shift our perspective:
Instead of “What’s wrong with this child?”
Ask: “What’s happening for this child’s nervous system?”
Swipe through to learn the signs of each response, and how we can support kids with empathy, safety, and connection. 💛
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👇 Which one do you notice most in your child or students?

20/08/2025

🌼 Spring School Holidays are just around the corner! 🌼

We’ve got exciting group programs lined up for kids of all ages – there’s something for everyone! 🌟

👀 Emotions Detective – Learn to understand your body cues and big feelings
🧸 Preschooler Social Sandbox – Build social skills through fun and play
✍️ Handwriting Group (Kindy - Yr 1) – Strengthen fine motor skills and handwriting
🎒 Getting Ready for Kindergarten (Starting school in 2026) – Prep for a confident start to big school!

📩 Spots fill fast – click the Enquire Now link in our bio and fill out the form! Our admin team will be in touch to book your child in.
Let’s make these holidays meaningful AND fun! 🌟

19/08/2025

🧠✨ Predictability is powerful for kids.

When children know what to expect, they feel safer, more in control, and better able to handle everyday challenges.
But when things feel chaotic or uncertain? That’s when we often see meltdowns, resistance, or anxiety.

In this post, I’m sharing:
✔️ Why predictability matters
✔️ 3 easy OT strategies to build it into your day
✔️ Tools to support smoother routines + transitions
📲 Swipe through, save it for later, and try one strategy at home this week!

💬 What helps your child feel more secure day to day? I’d love to hear below.

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10/08/2025

🌧️ Don’t let a little rain stop the play!
Rainy days are packed with natural sensory experiences that support your child’s regulation, body awareness, and resilience. 💪🌿

In this post, we’re exploring:
🔹 Why kids need sensory play
🔹 How the rain helps calm busy bodies & big emotions
🔹 Simple outdoor ideas to try next time the clouds roll in
As a paediatric OT, I often say: there’s no such thing as bad weather – just sensory-rich opportunities waiting to happen! ☔💛

➡️ Swipe through to learn more
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07/08/2025

Jessica L’Green is a passionate leader in paediatric occupational therapy and the heart behind Kids Plan-it.

After graduating from Abbotsleigh in 2005, Jess earned her Bachelor of Applied Science (OT) at Sydney University in 2009, winning the Henry J Cowan award for her dedication to paediatric health.

In 2010, Jess opened her own practice, focusing solely on kids’ occupational therapy, driven by her passion to help children grow, develop, and thrive.

By 2013, Jess joined forces with Talk Time Speech Pathology, creating a powerful alliance for holistic paediatric care that continues strong today.

Jess is passionate about empowering others, regularly running workshops for parents, teachers, and allied health professionals. Her goal? To build confident support networks around every child.

In 2024, Jess and her team at Kids Plan-it won the Northern Beaches Local Business Award for Outstanding Health Improvement, and they were finalists again in 2025!

With 7 practitioners, 2 support staff, and 1000+ families helped, Jess continues her mission: to support even more children and families into the future.

Follow to see how Jess makes a difference every day, learn strategies to support your child, develop your allied health practice, and discover practical tools to empower students in your classroom.

05/08/2025

Hi, I’m Jess 👋🏼
After 16+ years in paediatric occupational therapy, and as Director of on Sydney’s beautiful Northern Beaches - I’m excited to share this new space.
This is a place for advocacy, education, leadership, and connection.
I’m here to champion child development, empower families, support fellow OTs, and celebrate the work we do every day.
Whether you're a parent, professional, teacher, or student…welcome.
Let’s grow, play, and thrive together 💛
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02/08/2025

📰 HOT TOPIC in August's Peninsula Living!
Check out the latest article highlighting Australia’s ADHD diagnosis reforms💬✨

📍Read what **Jessica L’Green**, Director of Kids Plan-it, has to say about the impact on school-aged children and how these changes could reshape support for young people facing attention and behavioural challenges.

Grab your copy or head online to stay informed.

31/07/2025

Plan-it Kids Chronicles August 2025 -

On 23rd July, we hosted a highly successful Regulate My Child parent workshop in collaboration with Little Lifters and Anytime Fitness Avalon. A heartfelt thank you to the amazing parents and caregivers who joined us for this powerful session.

28/07/2025

🔥 Feeling like you’re constantly putting out fires with your child’s behaviour?
Let’s talk about the ABCs of behaviour – a powerful tool to understand what’s really going on.
👀 Slide through to learn how the Antecedent (A), Behaviour (B), and Consequence (C) shape what you see – and how you can respond in ways that support regulation, not just manage meltdowns.
👩‍⚕️ As Paediatric Occupational Therapists, we help families:
✅ Discover the why behind the behaviour
✅ Tailor calming strategies to your child’s sensory profile
✅ Build confidence through 1:1 coaching
📲 Ready to go from firefighting to feeling calm and in control?
Tap the link in our bio to book an OT session or parent coaching call. Let’s bring the peace back into your days. 💬

18/07/2025

🎉 Huge congratulations to our amazing 3rd year OT student, Sophie, on completing her 5-week placement with us! Supervised and supported by the wonderful Bonnie and Grace, Sophie brought enthusiasm, compassion, and a natural talent for paediatrics every single day. 🌟

There’s no doubt she’s made for this field — we’re certain we’ll be seeing her again soon. Watch out, 2027! 💪🧸🧠

17/07/2025

✨ Does your child switch hands while drawing or avoid reaching across their body?
These could be signs they’re finding it tricky to cross the midline, a key developmental skill linked to coordination, learning, and independence.
As paediatric OTs, we see this often, and the good news is, there are lots of playful ways to build this skill at home! 💪
🎁 Grab our FREE Crossing the Midline Resource for more info + easy, OT-approved activities to try at home.
📲 Link in bio!