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Western Kids Health Western Kids Health offers expert, holistic care to children who require Physiotherapy, Occupational

As we reach the end of Term 4, after-school conversations might be a little… short! Tired kids, busy days and big emotio...
21/11/2025

As we reach the end of Term 4, after-school conversations might be a little… short! Tired kids, busy days and big emotions- it’s all completely normal! 😴

Sometimes, children just need some time to decompress before they’re ready to talk about their day. Some kids are still learning how to recognise and express their feelings, or for older children “I don’t know” might even be their way of setting a boundary. If your child isn’t ready to talk straight away, that’s okay 💚

When they are ready, try some fun conversation starters to encourage a meaningful chat!

Are you starting to have worries or concerns over your little one’s fussy eating? Here are a few signs it might be time ...
18/11/2025

Are you starting to have worries or concerns over your little one’s fussy eating? Here are a few signs it might be time to check in and seek support. 💚

Comment ‘FUSSY’ down below and we will send you a link to our ‘Fussy Eating - When to Check in’ Guide 👇👇

🏳️‍⚧️ Transgender Awareness Week (13-17 November) 🏳️‍⚧️ This week, we would like to take an extra moment to recognise an...
13/11/2025

🏳️‍⚧️ Transgender Awareness Week (13-17 November) 🏳️‍⚧️

This week, we would like to take an extra moment to recognise and celebrate our transgender and gender-diverse community; their strength, authenticity and courage to live as their true selves.

WKH’s Gender Diversity Clinic provides affirming and evidence-based support for young people (up to 23 years old) and their families. We are here to walk alongside each individual whilst they explore and/or express who they are, with care, respect and as much understanding as possible.

We all deserve to feel seen, valued and supported. Let’s (continue to) listen, learn and advocate for inclusion and equality. Always.

If you would like more information about our Gender Diversity clinic, please visit: www.westernkidshealth.com

Think you can spot which foods contain gluten?🕵Swipe through and test your knowledge! Gluten can hide in some surprising...
12/11/2025

Think you can spot which foods contain gluten?🕵
Swipe through and test your knowledge!

Gluten can hide in some surprising places- not just in bread and pasta.

On the last slide, our dietitian has shared some great gluten-free swaps to help make mealtimes easier 🙌

Comment below with how many you guessed correctly!

Please note: This is general advice only - if you have concerns about your child’s diet or coeliac disease, check in with your GP or a paediatric dietitian. With the right guidance, your child can thrive on a gluten-free diet without missing out on the foods and experiences they love.

Did you know❓Children’s speech sounds develop gradually throughout childhood, starting with vowel type sounds then movin...
07/11/2025

Did you know❓Children’s speech sounds develop gradually throughout childhood, starting with vowel type sounds then moving up to more complex sounds!

Whilst all children can develop speech sounds at a slightly different rate; we use speech sound “norms” (information gathered about many children) to help us know when we might expect a child to produce certain speech sounds.

If you have any questions please reach out to our friendly team 📧 info@westernkidshealth.com

After-school meltdowns? You’re not alone! School can be overwhelming, but here’s how to help with those tricky afternoon...
06/11/2025

After-school meltdowns? You’re not alone!
School can be overwhelming, but here’s how to help with those tricky afternoons.

- Prioritise decompression with movement-based activities first
- Create a calm after-school routine with snack + downtime
- Allow unstructured or imaginative play to decompress
- Skip the “How was school?” questions until later

Supporting your child starts with supporting yourself. You’ve got this! 💜

Parents of preterm babies told us that the Baby Play Academy helped them feel calmer, more confident, and more connected...
04/11/2025

Parents of preterm babies told us that the Baby Play Academy helped them feel calmer, more confident, and more connected. 💬

This 2025 Honours research project with The University of Notre Dame Australia and found five themes: play builds attachment, trusted info reduces worry, words matter, clinician support is valued, and simple design makes it easier to join in.

Swipe to see what this looks like in everyday routines.
Thank you to our amazing BPA families, your voices guide everything we do. 💛

Did We Play Okay? 💬Parents of preterm babies told us that the Baby Play Academy helped them feel calmer, more confident,...
04/11/2025

Did We Play Okay? 💬

Parents of preterm babies told us that the Baby Play Academy helped them feel calmer, more confident, and more connected.

This 2025 Honours research project with The University of Notre Dame Australia and found five themes: play builds attachment, trusted info reduces worry, words matter, clinician support is valued, and simple design makes it easier to join in.

Swipe to see what this looks like in everyday routines.
Thank you to our amazing BPA families, your voices guide everything we do. 💛

Whether your family celebrates Halloween or not, you’ve probably spotted plenty of spooky decorations around this week! ...
31/10/2025

Whether your family celebrates Halloween or not, you’ve probably spotted plenty of spooky decorations around this week! 🎃 🕸️

Our Speech Team has put together some fun, Halloween-themed ideas you can use to help your child build their communication and language skills in a fun and engaging way 👻

This week we are celebrating the power of Occupational Therapists supporting kids to participate, play, and thrive in th...
30/10/2025

This week we are celebrating the power of Occupational Therapists supporting kids to participate, play, and thrive in their everyday lives.

From handwriting and sensory regulation to emotional well-being and mealtimes, the OT’s at Western Kids Health are right there alongside families, empowering children to reach their goals! 💙

Being inactive can have an impact on many different body systems. At Western Kids Health, these are things that we like ...
28/10/2025

Being inactive can have an impact on many different body systems. At Western Kids Health, these are things that we like to help address as well as creating positive experiences with physical activity for all!

If your child needs help to be more active, get in touch!

27/10/2025

This week is Occupational Therapy Week 2025!
This years theme is ‘Occupational Therapy in Action’, highlighting the creativity, problem-solving and compassion at the heart of OT practice. 💚

Follow along as we our team pops on our stories each day this week sharing what this means to them!

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4 Thorburn Way

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Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 08:00 - 13:00

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A Better Way

As a paediatric physiotherapist and mother, Western Kids Health founder Nicole Pates, knew there was a better way to deliver private health care to the children of Western Australia.

Parents commented time and time again how frustrating it was to drive all over Perth to see a multitude of health professionals. How confusing it was to receive conflicting messages. How at 5 years old their child may have difficulty learning handwriting, at 9 years suffer an injury and ongoing pain and at 15 years need assistance with mental wellbeing. But for each need, a new place, a new face. Nicole envisioned a community where health professionals worked together, for children to develop a connection with, that grew with their needs.

Western Kids Health is a health community designed specifically for babies, kids and teens. It is a dynamic, collaborative and custom environment designed specifically for children and families.

All of our staff work together and have significant experience and knowledge in childhood physical, emotional and cognitive development. Our mission is to empower families through health education. Through an evidence-based, fun, individualised approach we help your child reach their potential.