Melville Occupational Therapy and Extra Lesson for Children

Melville Occupational Therapy and Extra Lesson for Children Paediatric OT in Perth helping kids thrive through sensory and emotional support. Family-centred care http://melvilleot.com.au

When children feel regulated, understood, and supported, kindness becomes easier and more natural.Sensory strategies, em...
16/12/2025

When children feel regulated, understood, and supported, kindness becomes easier and more natural.
Sensory strategies, emotional tools, and playful activities help children build confidence and connection. 🌟

At Melville OT, we guide families in creating calm moments at home so kindness can flourish every day, not just during the holidays. πŸŽπŸ’›

Not all children find it easy to share, wait, or use gentle words, especially when the world feels loud or confusing.Thi...
14/12/2025

Not all children find it easy to share, wait, or use gentle words, especially when the world feels loud or confusing.
This does not mean they are unkind. It means their body needs calm and support before they can connect. πŸ’›

At Melville OT, we help families understand sensory and emotional needs so children can feel safe and ready to show kindness in their own way. πŸŽ„βœ¨

Kindness grows when children are supported, not pressured.

Kindness is more than good manners. It starts with children feeling safe, supported, and understood.When kids experience...
12/12/2025

Kindness is more than good manners. It starts with children feeling safe, supported, and understood.
When kids experience kindness, they learn how to share it too. πŸ’›

This Christmas season, let us choose gentle words, patient moments, and warm connections that help little hearts grow. πŸŽ„βœ¨

✨ The Melville OT team is wishing all our families a joyful and restful holiday season.Our clinic will be closed from 19...
10/12/2025

✨ The Melville OT team is wishing all our families a joyful and restful holiday season.

Our clinic will be closed from 19 December (COB) and will reopen on 6 January.

Thank you for letting us be part of your child’s journey this year.
We cannot wait to support more growth, confidence and play in 2026. πŸ’›

May your holidays be filled with calm moments, happy hearts and lots of laughter. πŸŽ…πŸŒŸ

🧩 Some children find sounds, textures, or movement challenging. That’s okay, every brain processes the world differently...
04/12/2025

🧩 Some children find sounds, textures, or movement challenging. That’s okay, every brain processes the world differently.

Through sensory-based play like swinging, deep pressure, and movement games, Melville OT helps children feel calm, focused, and confident in their environments. 🌟

If your child gets overwhelmed or seeks constant movement, our team can help you discover fun, effective sensory strategies that truly support them. πŸ’›

πŸŒ€ Fun Fact: Sensory play is more than fun; it’s how children learn to regulate their bodies, emotions, and attention. 🌈F...
02/12/2025

πŸŒ€ Fun Fact: Sensory play is more than fun; it’s how children learn to regulate their bodies, emotions, and attention. 🌈

From swinging and jumping to feeling different textures, each activity helps build calm, focus, and confidence. 🌟

At Melville OT, we design playful, sensory-based sessions that help children grow through movement and joy. πŸ’›

✨ When we understand how smells and tastes affect comfort, we can create calmer mealtimes and more positive sensory expe...
30/11/2025

✨ When we understand how smells and tastes affect comfort, we can create calmer mealtimes and more positive sensory experiences.
With gentle guidance and playful exploration, children can learn to enjoy food at their own pace. 🌼

At Melville OT, we use sensory-based strategies and family coaching to support confidence and connection around daily routines. 🌈

πŸ‘ƒ Does your child avoid certain foods, cover their nose, or react strongly to smells?These behaviours may be signs of se...
28/11/2025

πŸ‘ƒ Does your child avoid certain foods, cover their nose, or react strongly to smells?

These behaviours may be signs of sensory sensitivity, not stubbornness. πŸ’›

At Melville OT, we guide families in supporting picky eaters and sensory-sensitive children through practical strategies that build confidence at the table and beyond. 🌿

🍎 Fun fact: Smell and taste are powerful senses that help children explore, connect, and feel safe in their world.Someti...
26/11/2025

🍎 Fun fact: Smell and taste are powerful senses that help children explore, connect, and feel safe in their world.

Sometimes a strong scent or new flavour can be overwhelming, and that’s okay! 🌈

At Melville OT, we help families understand sensory preferences to make daily routines and mealtimes calmer and more enjoyable. πŸ’›

✨ When we listen to what the body says, children feel seen, understood, and supported.Sensory awareness builds trust, re...
24/11/2025

✨ When we listen to what the body says, children feel seen, understood, and supported.
Sensory awareness builds trust, reduces meltdowns, and helps kids regulate emotions more easily. πŸ’›

Our team at Melville OT uses play, sensory tools, and parent coaching to create calmer days and happier moments. 🌿

🌈 Sometimes life feels too loud, too bright, or too much for children.Covering ears, hiding, or avoiding places are not ...
22/11/2025

🌈 Sometimes life feels too loud, too bright, or too much for children.
Covering ears, hiding, or avoiding places are not misbehaviours; they are signs that the body needs calm. πŸ’–

At Melville OT, we support families in recognising these signs and responding with care. Our sensory-based therapy helps children feel safe, regulated, and understood. ✨

πŸ’‘ Did you know? When a child covers their ears or hides under a blanket, it might not be defiance; it’s their body sayin...
20/11/2025

πŸ’‘ Did you know? When a child covers their ears or hides under a blanket, it might not be defiance; it’s their body saying, β€œI need a break.”

Every action tells a story if we learn to listen with empathy. 🌈

At Melville OT, we help families understand these cues and build sensory strategies that support calm and confidence. πŸ’›

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9 Hulme Court
Myaree, WA
6154

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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