Sensory SMART OT

25/07/2025

Progress doesn’t always come in leaps and bounds — sometimes, it’s just one small, brave step at a time.

💬 Wherever you’re headed, trust the process. You’re moving forward — and that matters. Well done!

You’ll get there. One step at a time.

23/07/2025

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As the school holidays come to a close, many families are navigating the familiar dance of returning to routines. While some children (and adults) thrive on structure, others can find this transition overwhelming.

20/07/2025

1. Brave or Proud?
Show a card and ask, “When were you brave or proud today?” Celebrate the little wins together! 🎉💬

2. Snapshot Game!
Pick a brave or proud card and pretend to take a photo pose of that feeling — strong faces and all! 📷💪

If you would like cards or posters like these ones- Download from my online shop - link in the bio.

15/07/2025

Want to make playtime more meaningful (and less stressful)?
Play is how children learn — about themselves, about others, and about their world. But for many parents and carers, knowing how to play in a way that supports development can be tricky.

That’s why we’ve created a FREE guide just for you:
🎉 “Tips for Playing with Young Children: A Guide for Parents and Carers”

Inside, you’ll find:
✔️ OT-informed ideas for play that nurtures connection, communication, and confidence
✔️ Practical ways to support your child’s attention, imagination, and social skills
✔️ Inclusive, strengths-based strategies — perfect for neurodivergent and neurotypical children alike
✔️ Play ideas that work in real-life moments (even when you're busy or tired)

Whether you're a parent, grandparent, educator, or carer — this guide will help you feel more confident and connected during play.

📥 Click the link in bio and download your FREE copy today. You'll discover how play can become your most powerful parenting tool.

14/07/2025

My response to the NDIS changes:

Were We Not Allied Health Professionals Before the NDIS? How a System Built for Disability Is Breaking the People Who Serve It “We are not service providers. We are the bridge between disability and dignity.

13/07/2025

1. Story Starters!
Pick a surprised or loved card and finish this sentence: “I felt that way when…” 📖✨

2. Real-Life Feelings!
Hold up a card — surprised or loved — and ask, “Did you feel like this today?” A great way to spark connection! 🤗

If you would like cards or posters like these ones- Download from my online shop - link in the bio.

13/07/2025

13/07/2025

Rehab is progressing! Good to be out on the town today.

13/07/2025

Congratulations to the organisers of the beautiful kite festival in Port Macquarie. I just love seeing families out together enjoying the winter sunshine. If you’re in Port make sure you come down and visit before 3pm!

09/07/2025

Struggling to help your child identify and express their feelings?
Big emotions can be overwhelming — not just for children, but for parents and educators too.

That’s why we’ve created a FREE Feelings Check-In Sheet — a simple, visual tool that helps children:

🌈 Recognise what they’re feeling
🗣️ Learn the language of emotions
💡 Build emotional awareness and self-regulation
🤝 Connect with the adults supporting them

Developed by paediatric OTs, this printable sheet is perfect for:

✔️ Morning check-ins at home or school
✔️ Therapy sessions
✔️ Quiet corners or calm-down spaces
✔️ Daily routines to build emotional literacy

📥 Download your FREE Feelings Check-In Sheet today and start supporting your child’s emotional wellbeing in a meaningful, sensory-smart way.

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06/07/2025

1.Feelings Charades!
Pick an angry or scared card and act it out together. Then chat: “What helps you feel safe or calm?” 🧸💬

2. Draw the Feeling!
Choose a card — angry or scared — and draw what that feeling looks like inside your body. Talk about it gently 🖍️💛

If you would like cards or posters like these ones- Download from my online shop - link in the bio.

02/07/2025

Looking for some quick sensory-friendly strategies?

Grab our FREE guide, 7 Exciting Ways to Boost Children's Creativity Through Free Play

This guide is perfect for parents and teachers looking for simple tips. Download now! - LINK IN BIO