Ocean Kids Health

Ocean Kids Health We provide expert Paediatric Physiotherapy and Exercise Physiology services for babies & children!

Ocean Kids is leading the way in paediatric therapy from our two beautiful custom build clinics in Seaford on the Mornington Peninsula. Our Physiotherapists and Exercise Physiologists are specialists in diagnosing and treating movement issues in children; related to development, pain or injuries. We treat all conditions from learning to crawl or returning to sport after an injury. We also have ext

ensive experience working with babies and children with neurological and musculoskeletal problems, assisting them to achieve optimal function. Common conditions we treat include:

- Developmental delays including treatment of premature babies
- Babies with head shape concerns
- Orthopaedic concerns such as club foot, flat feet, hip dysplasia and toe walking
- Low and high muscle tone
- Sensory processing issues
- Hypermobility and connective tissue disorders
- Chronic fatigue and dysautonomia
- Chronic or referred pain affecting one or more joints including JIA
- Dizziness and headaches
- Sporting and acute injuries
- Acquired Brain Injury
- Cerebral Palsy

We offer a wide range of services including:

Physiotherapy
Exercise Physiology
Intensive Therapy Programs
TheraSuit
Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME)
Hydrotherapy
Group Therapy

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy birthday Emma C ๐ŸŽ‚๐ŸŒˆ You keep everything at the front running so smoothly and make it look easy (even when itโ€™s de...
29/04/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy birthday Emma C ๐ŸŽ‚

๐ŸŒˆ You keep everything at the front running so smoothly and make it look easy (even when itโ€™s definitely not ๐Ÿ˜…). Youโ€™re always a friendly, welcoming face for families, and youโ€™re great at jumping in to help the team whenever needed. We coudln't do it without you!

We really appreciate you and everything you do ๐Ÿ’› Hope you have a great day! ๐ŸŽ‰

21/04/2026

โœจ Huge shoutout to every single kiddo who took part in our Intensive Therapy, Bike Skills, Hydro Holiday Programs, and SportStrong these holidays ๐Ÿ‘
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The effort and determination you showed was something special. Your willingness to give it a go, even when you were tired and things were hard, made us so proud. That kind of tenacity is what makes real progress happen ๐Ÿ’ช
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We saw some incredible winsโ€ฆ first bike rides ๐Ÿšฒ, confident side stepping, powerful jumping, climbing up and down stairs, and so many moments of โ€œI did it!โ€ ๐Ÿ™Œ
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These are huge milestones, and you should be so proud of yourselves.
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Weโ€™re so lucky to be part of your journey. Keep backing yourselvesโ€ฆ youโ€™re capable of amazing things ๐Ÿ’™

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๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Birthday Caitlin ๐ŸŽ‚๐Ÿš— Youโ€™re such an important part of our team, and the kiddos really enjoy your calm, steady app...
19/04/2026

๐ŸŽ‰ Happy Birthday Caitlin ๐ŸŽ‚

๐Ÿš— Youโ€™re such an important part of our team, and the kiddos really enjoy your calm, steady approach (and we do too!) ๐Ÿ’›

โœจ Weโ€™re so grateful to have you with us and we hope you have a wonderful day celebrating ๐ŸŽˆ

13/04/2026

โœจ Special Moments Every Day ๐ŸŽ‰
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๐Ÿ’› Speaking of winsโ€ฆ this little angel Cooper took his first ever steps in clinic the other day! ๐ŸŽ‰
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๐ŸŒˆ So proud of this amazing milestone - what a special moment! ๐Ÿฅน๐Ÿ‘
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10/04/2026

Well done superstar Liam!! In Liamโ€™s intensive, heโ€™s worked hard on building his leg strength and balance to achieve this!
You are such a sweet soul Liam, weโ€™ve loved supporting you! โœจโœจ๐Ÿฉท

09/04/2026

Weโ€™re off to an amazing start for our April school holiday intensives! โ˜€๏ธ๐Ÿฅฐ
Super proud of all our little stars and your big efforts already!

๐Ÿฐ Wishing all of our beautiful Ocean Kids families a very happy Easter ๐Ÿฃ๐Ÿ’› We hope the long weekend brings lots of specia...
01/04/2026

๐Ÿฐ Wishing all of our beautiful Ocean Kids families a very happy Easter ๐Ÿฃ

๐Ÿ’› We hope the long weekend brings lots of special moments with the people you love, plenty of laughter, and time for fun, play, and a little rest too ๐ŸŒฟโ˜€๏ธ

๐ŸŒˆ Just a reminder that weโ€™ll be closed from Good Friday through to Easter Monday, and weโ€™ll be back bright and early on Tuesday to see all our wonderful kiddos again โœจ

Have the loveliest break ๐ŸŒผ

30/03/2026

๐Ÿคธโ€โ™‚๏ธNoticing your child tripping, falling, or seeming a bit โ€œclumsyโ€? ๐ŸŒˆ
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โœจ While all kids have the occasional tumble ๐Ÿ’ซ frequent trips or difficulty keeping up with peers can sometimes point to challenges with:
โš–๏ธ Balance
๐Ÿ’ช Strength
๐Ÿง  Coordination
๐Ÿ‘ฃ Body awareness
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๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธThese skills are essential for confident play, sport, and everyday activities ๐ŸŒŸ.
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๐ŸŒˆ The good news? With the right support, kids can build strength, improve coordination, and feel more confident in their movement โœจ๐Ÿ’ช
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๐Ÿค” If youโ€™ve been wondering whether itโ€™s something theyโ€™ll โ€œgrow out ofโ€ weโ€™re here to help ๐Ÿ’›โญ
Contact our team to book a physiotherapy assessment today ๐Ÿ“žโœจ
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๐ŸŒŸ Post-Competition Recovery Tips ๐ŸŒŸโ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โ €โœจ After all the excitement of competitions & performances, recovery is just a...
25/03/2026

๐ŸŒŸ Post-Competition Recovery Tips ๐ŸŒŸ
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โœจ After all the excitement of competitions & performances, recovery is just as important as training! Hereโ€™s how to help your body & mind bounce back stronger ๐Ÿ‘‡
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Gentle Cool Down
๐Ÿ’ง Spend 5-10mins doing gentle stretches to lower your heart rate after the last routine
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Refuel & Rehydrate
๐ŸŽ Eat a balanced snack or meal 30โ€“60min after finishing to boost recovery
๐ŸŽ Stay hydrated with water, coconut water or electrolytes if youโ€™ve sweated a lot
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Rest & Relax
๐Ÿ˜Œ Use deep breathing techniques to reduce adrenaline after performing
๐Ÿ˜Œ Do something that feels calming, like swinging, listening to music, or lying in the sunshine
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Eat a Balanced Dinner
๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Have a well-balanced dinner that includes protein, carbs, fibre & healthy fats
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Relax Muscle Tension
๐Ÿ› Warm showers or baths can loosen tight muscles & promote relaxation
๐Ÿ› Gentle stretching or yoga can help keep the body calm
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Early Bedtime
๐Ÿ˜ด Aim to get an extra hour or 2 of sleep (muscles repair during deep sleep)
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Reflect & Celebrate
๐ŸŽ‰ Think about what went well & what goals you might set for next time
๐ŸŽ‰ Celebrate your childโ€™s efforts & the teamwork that went into the performance!
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Slow Start
๐ŸŒž Start the morning slowly & focus on regaining energy
๐ŸŒž Rehydrate with a glass of water first thing, electrolytes or juice can aid recovery
๐ŸŒž Eat breakfast with a mix of carbs, protein & vitamins
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Re-energise and Reduce Stiffness
๐Ÿงก Gentle mobility or movement can loosen up the body & get blood flowing again
๐Ÿงก Use heat packs, warm baths or gentle self-massage if the body feels stiff
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Emotional Reset
๐Ÿ’ฌ Help your child process the experience positively by asking about their performance - โ€œWhat was your favourite part? What made you feel proud?โ€
Encourage rest and gratitude for their hardworking body.
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๐Ÿ‘‰ Remember: Recovery is part of success! Take time to rest, refuel, and celebrate achievements. ๐ŸŒˆ

24/03/2026

๐Ÿฆต Front knee pain in kids (10โ€“15 years)?
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๐ŸŒˆ This is pretty common in growing adolescents, especially those active in sport or dance. While itโ€™s often not serious, it can be uncomfortable and impact performance.
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Hereโ€™s what you can do at home:
โšก Reduce or modify painful activities to give the knee a break
๐Ÿ‘Ÿ Supportive footwear can help reduce strain
๐Ÿคธ Gentle stretches are great as long as they donโ€™t make the pain worse
โ„๏ธ Icing for short periods can ease discomfort
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If your child is still complaining of pain after 2 weeks, itโ€™s time to come see us.
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Our team can help assess the knee, guide safe return to activity, and get them moving comfortably again ๐Ÿ’›
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๐Ÿ“ฉ Book an appointment
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18/03/2026

๐ŸŒˆWondering what kind of sensory activity will help your child? ๐Ÿค”
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โœจMelโ€™s has written a helpful blog with clear guidance on which types of activities might best support your childโ€™s needs - plus, sheโ€™s created a FREE parent handout packed with simple, practical ideas you can start using right away ๐ŸŒŸ
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๐Ÿ’› These tools are designed to help your child feel more regulated, calm, and ready to thrive โ˜€๏ธ
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โœจ Head over to explore the blog + grab your freebie ๐ŸŒˆ
If you need extra support, feel free to contact usโญ๏ธ
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SupportYourChild

16/03/2026

๐ŸŒˆ Have you noticed your child finding it tricky to keep up with others? โœจ
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๐Ÿƒโ€โ™‚๏ธ Maybe theyโ€™re slower to run, jump, or climb than their peers - or seem to tire more easily during play?
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๐Ÿ’ช These skills are key for developing strength, coordination, and confidence. If your child is struggling with them, our team can help bridge any gaps โœจ
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Our Exercise Physiologists are specially trained to assess your childโ€™s movement skills and create fun, individualised programs to help them build strength, coordination, and confidence ๐ŸŒˆ
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๐Ÿ’ฌ If youโ€™ve noticed your child struggling with motor skills, weโ€™re here to help. Reach out to chat with our team today!
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Address

Unit 1/2-8 Peninsula Boulevard
Seaford, VIC
3198

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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Who are we?

We provide Physiotherapy, just for Kids!

Our team specialises in treating:


  • All Babies

  • Early Intervention for children from birth until school age 0-5 years old