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Monday 09:00 - 16:00 Tuesday 09:00 - 16:00 Wednesday 09:00 - 16:00 Thursday 09:00 - 16:00 Friday 09:00 - 13:00

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Louise Herholdt Occupational Therapy

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Louise Herholdt Occupational Therapy

We are a Paediatric Private Practice based in Kuils River.

We provide services to children with Developmental Delays, Sensory Processing Difficulties, Autism, ADHD and Learning Difficulties.

09/10/2025

🌟 What is Occupational Therapy for Children? 🌟

October is International Occupational Therapy Month, and it’s the perfect time to share what OT really means for children.
Occupational therapy helps kids master the everyday skills they need to play, learn, and grow.

These include:
✏️ Fine motor skills (writing, drawing, cutting)
⚽ Gross motor skills (coordination, balance, strength)
🧩 Sensory processing (responding to sounds, touch, and movement)
💬 Social and emotional skills (confidence, communication, self-regulation)

OT is about more than therapy—it’s about giving children the tools they need to thrive in school, at home, and in life.

💡 Want to know if your child could benefit from OT? Reach out to our team—we’re here to help children shine in their everyday activities.

06/10/2025

🌱 Growing Emotionally Wise 🌱

The magic of emotional intelligence happens in everyday moments. 💕 From morning hugs 🤗 to bedtime reflections 🌙, your home is a powerful classroom for feelings.

👩‍👧 Ways to help your child grow emotionally wise:
✨ Model calm behaviour
✨ Name your own emotions: “I feel a little overwhelmed, so I’m taking deep breaths.”
✨ Celebrate effort, not just outcomes

🧩 Try this at home: Start a “feeling check-in” ritual at dinner 🍽️ or bedtime. Ask: “What was one moment today that made you feel happy, nervous, or proud?”

💡 Remember: Children borrow calm from adults before they can build it themselves.

29/09/2025

🌟✨ Welcome to the Team, Brittney! ✨🌟

We are so excited to welcome Brittney Katts to the Louise Herholdt Occupational Therapy family 💙👩‍⚕️.

Brittney is a passionate occupational therapist who loves supporting children in reaching their fullest potential 🌈🤸‍♀️. With her caring nature, creative approach, and love for making therapy both fun and meaningful 🎨🧩, we know she’s going to make a wonderful difference in the lives of the children and families she works with. 💕

When she’s not at work, Brittney enjoys cooking 🍳, baking 🍪, and getting creative with projects 🎀—plus she loves sunsets 🌅, chocolate 🍫, and spending time with loved ones 🥰.

Please join us in giving Brittney the warmest welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter with us! 💐

23/09/2025

🌊 Strategies for Regulation 🌊

Emotions aren’t problems—they’re signals. But sometimes they can feel like a storm ⛈️. The good news? Kids can learn ways to ride those waves!

🌟 Helpful strategies:
🌬️ Slow breathing (“Smell the flower 🌸, blow the candle 🕯️”)
🏃 Movement breaks
🧸 Weighted or soft toys
🌈 A calm corner with cozy items (lava lamp, fidgets, pillows)
✨ Imagine the brain like a glitter jar ✨—when shaken, it needs time to settle. Children do too.

🧩 Try this at home: Build a “calm-down toolkit” together. Let your child choose what helps them feel safe & steady.

17/09/2025

After 8 deeply fulfilling years as a paediatric occupational therapist at Louise Herholdt Occupational Therapy, the time has come for me to say goodbye to this beautiful chapter 🌸✨

Working alongside incredible children, families, and colleagues has been one of the greatest privileges of my life 💕👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. I’ve witnessed tiny triumphs and mighty milestones; first pencil grasps ✏️, brave emotional breakthroughs 💪💧, and growing independence 🌱 that filled my heart with pride.

Each child has left a mark on me, and every caregiver has taught me something about resilience, love, and hope 🌍❤️.

As I prepare for a new journey, I carry with me the laughter, lessons, and love that shaped my time here 🌈🤗. My family and I will soon be relocating to Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺✈️, where I’ll continue my passion for paediatric occupational therapy in a new setting 🧩💙. It’s a bittersweet transition, filled with excitement for what lies ahead 🌟, and deep gratitude for everything I’m leaving behind 🙏.

Thank you to every family who trusted me 🌺, every colleague who supported me 🤝, and to Louise Herholdt for creating a space where children could thrive and therapists could grow 🌻👩‍⚕️.

This isn’t goodbye—it’s a gentle turning of the page 📖💫. I remain committed to empowering children and families 💖, and I look forward to continuing this mission in new ways 🌟.

With heartfelt thanks,
Shineil de Hart 🌷

15/09/2025

💭 Feelings in the Body – Interoception Matters 💭

Did you know your child’s body is the first to “speak” when emotions rise? That flutter in their tummy 🦋, tight shoulders 😣, or heavy eyes 😴? These are clues from their interoception system—their inner body awareness.

🔹 Children who are still learning interoception may not always recognise hunger, stress, or tiredness. And that’s okay!

OT can help with:
✔️ Interoception training
✔️ Sensory regulation tools (weighted toys, movement breaks)
✔️ Emotion labeling & role play
✔️ Zones of Regulation framework

🧩 Try this at home: Create gentle “body check-ins.” Ask: “Is your tummy full?” 🍎 “Does your body feel fast 🏃 or slow 🐢 right now?”

09/09/2025

✨ What is Emotional Intelligence? ✨

Every child experiences BIG feelings—joy 🤩, frustration 😤, excitement 🎉, disappointment 😢. But how do they begin to understand these emotions?

💡 That’s where emotional intelligence comes in! It’s all about recognising, naming, and managing feelings in ourselves and others.

🌟 Benefits for kids:
👉 Better focus in learning
👉 Stronger friendships
👉 More resilience during stress
👉 Fewer meltdowns & impulsivity
👉 Greater empathy 💕

🧩 Try this at home:
Spend a few minutes naming feelings together: “I’m happy,” “I feel frustrated,” or “I’m tired.” Naming gives children power over their emotions.

03/09/2025

🌸 Every Child Blooms in Their Own Way 🌼

Just like flowers in a garden, every child brings their own beauty, strengths, and personality into the world.

🌍💖 In paediatric occupational therapy, we celebrate these differences — because diversity is what makes growth truly magical. ✨

Whether they’re learning to tie shoelaces, express emotions, or build friendships, every step forward is a petal in their unique blossom. 🌺

Let’s nurture their growth with patience, love, and support — and watch the world become a more beautiful place. 💕🌈

💐🧠💫

26/08/2025

🎨 DIY Hand Strengthening Fun! You don’t need fancy tools — just PLAY DOUGH! 😄

This squishy stuff is your best buddy when it comes to improving hand dexterity.

👐 Try these at home:
🍞 Knead the dough
⚽ Roll a ball using both hands or just one finger
🐍 Make snakes and cut them with scissors or a plastic knife
🌈 Use cookie cutters and rolling pins

These playful tasks boost coordination, strength, and finger control!

💡 Budget-friendly, screen-free, and therapeutic!
Let’s turn play into progress! 💪

💜👶🎉

18/08/2025

🧠 How Do OTs Build Better Hand Skills?
Through creative play that makes therapy FUN! 🎉

🎲 One favourite activity? “Treasure Hunt in Play dough!”
Hide small objects in dough and let the little ones dig and find them.

This targets:
🖐️ Finger isolation
💪 Hand strength
🧩 Problem-solving
🤲 Bilateral coordination

🌟 It’s not just play — it’s purposeful hand training!

📸 Try it at home and show us your sensory treasure hunt by tagging us!

✨🧠💜

06/08/2025

👐 Tiny Hands, Big Skills!

Hand dexterity is the ability to make smooth, accurate movements with our hands and fingers — a superpower for daily life! 🦸‍♂️

From zipping jackets to gripping pencils and opening lunchboxes, strong hand skills = confident, independent kids! 💪✏️

✨ Why It’s So Important:
✍️ Supports fine motor skills
🖐️ Helps develop pencil grasp
🤹‍♀️ Encourages bilateral coordination
🚀 Boosts school success and self-help skills
👶 Independence starts in the hands!

👉 Try simple, fun play dough activities to build dexterity at home!

🧠🎨👐

25/07/2025

🧘‍♂️❄️ Regulation Tools for Winter 🧺

Winter can be overwhelming with mostly playing indoors! Help your child manage sensory input with a DIY Calm Kit.

🧩 Include:
🔸 Noise-cancelling headphones
🔸 Fidget toys or chewable jewellery
🔸 Weighted lap pad
🔸 Calm-down bottles
🔸 Favourite book or plushie

✨ OT Insight: These tools help children self-regulate, especially when routines change or environments get noisy.

Create a space where your child can feel safe, calm, and in control.

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17 Langverwacht Str, Kuils River
Cape Town
7580

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 16:00
Thursday	09:00 - 16:00
Friday	09:00 - 13:00

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