Leaps and Bounds Disability Services

11/12/2025

✨ Our Cheeky Elf Is Hard at Work! ✨

Today at Leaps and Bounds Disability Clinic, our mischievous little elf traded in his holiday antics for some fine-motor fun! From grasping tiny tools to practicing careful pinches and placements, he’s building big skills with his little hands.

He even had a go at buttoning up his teeny tiny shirt — a tricky task when you're elf-sized! But with lots of focus (and a few giggles), he gave those buttons his best shot. 🎄🧵

Supporting fine motor skill development is one of our key goals for the clients we work with, and even our elf is joining in on the practice!

Our little clients are also having a wonderful time discovering these cheeky elves around the clinic!

Leaps and Bounds Team!

04/12/2025

Good morning Leaps and Bounds Families!

We would like to advise that our clinic will be closed from today, 5th December 2025 and will reopen on Monday 8th December 2025.

During this short pause, our team is taking a moment to celebrate an incredible year filled with care, growth, and the joy of supporting our wonderful clients. 💕

We’re also heading off on a little team adventure — we are ready to test our survivor skills and make a few unforgettable memories along the way! 🏕️🔥

Thank you for being part of our journey — your trust and smiles mean the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back with open arms and bright energy next week! ✨

Leaps and Bounds Team !

03/12/2025

✨At Leaps and Bounds, working together is at the heart of everything we do. Just like our amazing Multidisciplinary team, the cheeky Christmas Elves have been busy with the resource toys — joining forces, sharing ideas, and sprinkling joy throughout the clinic.

With care, creativity, and teamwork, they’re making sure everything is ready for our wonderful clients.

Keep an eye out… you might just catch a glimpse of their sparkle as they spread smiles and kindness along the way. ✨🌟

Leaps and Bounds Team !

27/11/2025

Today we celebrate our wonderful Practice Manager, Chris, as she finishes her final day with Leaps and Bounds and begins an exciting new chapter.

Chris has been an integral part of our team—bringing care, compassion, exceptional customer service, and unwavering support to our staff, our families, and the clients we are so lucky to work with. Her kindness and dedication have shaped our clinic in the most beautiful ways.

As Chris heads into semi-retirement and moves to the stunning coastal part of Queensland, we wish her nothing but joy, peace, and adventure on this next journey.

Chris, thank you for everything.!

You will be missed more than words can say. 🩷✨

For our families and clients, you will now see Kellie at reception—she’s here to help, support, and assist you with anything you need. You may have already met her, and we know you’ll be in wonderful hands.

Leaps and Bounds Team x

21/11/2025

Following George's lead! 🛠️🔩🛠️

In his speech therapy session with Speechie Marley, nuts, bolts, and screws were used to connect with George’s favourite interests. When activities reflect what he enjoys, his motivation rises, his engagement deepens, and his communication becomes more purposeful.

This is a clear example of child‑led learning. Using nuts and bolts supported his regulation, boosted his motivation, and created natural opportunities to practice requesting help on his communication device.

When therapy aligns with a child’s interests, meaningful communication thrives!!

Leaps and Bounds Team

17/11/2025

🌟 Café Adventures with Axel! 🌟

Axel joined his mum and speechie, Sarah for a little foodie exploration at our local café ☕🍽️

Axel spent the morning trying new flavours and checking out some safe-swallowing options to support his mealtime confidence – a great reminder that sessions don’t need to be clinical.

Axel gave everything a good go with his trademark curiosity and big smiles — proud of this little legend for being so brave and open to new experiences! 💛✨

Here’s to more tasty adventures and building positive mealtime moments together! 🥐😊

Leaps and Bounds Team!

14/11/2025

🎄✨ Little explorers, get ready! ✨🎄

The Sensory Co is bringing their beautiful, interactive sensory play sessions to North Lakes — just in time for the festive season! 🌟

Designed especially for children aged 0–5 years, these upcoming Christmas-themed sessions offer a magical blend of textures, colours, sounds, and festive fun. It’s a joyful experience that encourages curiosity and creativity through sensory-based play.

💬 Families have shared fantastic feedback about these sessions — a wonderful way to engage little ones in meaningful play. We received such amazing stories; we had to share with our wonderful Leaps and Bounds families.

🎅 If you're looking for sensory-rich activities for your child, be sure to check them out!
The Sensory Co

Leaps and Bounds Team!

10/11/2025

Remembrance Day 2025 🌹

Today, we pause to honour the brave men and women who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.
Their courage, resilience, and dedication continue to inspire generations.
At Leaps and Bounds, we take a moment to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

Lest we forget. ❤️

27/10/2025

🎉 Happy OT Week 2025! 🎉

This year’s theme is “Occupational Therapy in Action” — and we’re proud to celebrate the incredible work of our OT's who bring this to life every day 💙

At Leaps and Bounds, we see that action every single day through the incredible work of our amazing OT’s Lucy and Issy.

Lucy and Issy don’t just support individuals — they walk alongside families, helping them navigate challenges, celebrate milestones, and reach their unique goals with heart and hope. Whether it’s building routines, fostering independence, or unlocking new possibilities, they bring warmth, wisdom, and a whole lot of love to every step of the journey 💫

We’re so proud to celebrate these two amazing therapists who make a real difference in the lives of the families we serve.

For more information about OT week please follow the link below.
https://otaus.com.au/ot-week-2025

Leaps and Bounds Team 😊

13/10/2025

🌟 Feeding Therapy Fun with Amelia 🌟

Today’s session with Speech Therapist Ranita was all about helping Amelia explore new food textures in a playful, low-pressure way.

Amelia’s been working hard to build comfort around unfamiliar foods — especially those that feel, look, or smell different, which can be really overwhelming for her.

Ranita is using the SOS Approach to Feeding, a fantastic program that helps kids with feeding challenges through a step-by-step, play-based method. If you're curious, here's a great link to learn more: https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/

One of our goals is to help Amelia start drinking milk, as she currently avoids it completely. So instead of asking her to drink it right away, Ranita got creative… and made playdough! 🥣💙
They mixed flour, milk, and blue food colouring — and Amelia LOVED it! She called it “Stitch Playdough” (she’s a big Stitch fan 🐾) and had so much fun squishing and mixing.
This was a huge win, especially since she’s previously been uncomfortable with food touching her skin.

Every little step counts, and today was a joyful one 💪💙

Leaps and Bounds Team!

25/09/2025

🎉 School Holiday Fun in Moreton Bay! 🐾🎨🚴‍♂️

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained these school holidays? From 20 September to 6 October, Moreton Bay is bursting with free and low-cost activities for children and teens across libraries, galleries, museums, and nature centres!

🌿 Nature Adventures

Explore Kumbartcho Sanctuary, CREEC, and Osprey House with arts, crafts, and guided walks.

Join the Agents of Discovery app-based nature quest!

🎭 Creative Workshops

Messy play, hip hop dance, and beginner acrobatics for all ages.

Camp cooking with Scouts Queensland—learn to light a fire and cook outdoors!

🚴‍♀️ Active Fun

Dodgeball, freestyle BMX clinics, and more through the Active Holidays program.

There’s something for every curious mind and energetic body! Check out the full lineup at the Moreton Bay School Holidays page.
https://www.moretonbay.qld.gov.au/Events/Moreton-Bay-School-Holidays

📅 Mark your calendars and get ready for a holiday full of discovery and fun!

From indoor activities at our Libraries, and Galleries and Museums, to outdoor adventures with Healthy and Active Moreton, there is something for every age.