28/11/2025
🚼 Is Your Toddler Struggling with Everyday Tasks?
Is your child avoiding textures, struggling to play, or melting down often?
These might be signs your toddler could benefit from Occupational Therapy. Whether it’s difficulty with dressing, feeding, or handling loud environments, OT can provide tools and strategies to help your child feel more confident and in control.
🚼 Signs Your Child May Benefit from Occupational Therapy
Whether your child was born prematurely or full-term, it’s important to keep an eye on their developmental milestones. If you're noticing any of the following signs, it might be time to consider an Occupational Therapy (OT) evaluation:
👶 For Babies (0–12 Months):
- Slow Movement Development
- Not lifting their head, rolling over, or sitting up when expected.
- Too Stiff or Too Floppy
- Their body feels unusually tight or floppy when held.
- Sensitive to Touch or Sound
- Easily upset by touch, loud noises, or movement—or not responding to them at all.
- Lack of Eye Contact or Response to Sounds
- Not making eye contact or reacting to voices and sounds.
🚼 For Toddlers (1–3 Years):
- Late Walking or Talking�Delays in walking, talking, or using hands for everyday tasks.
- Trouble Using Hands�Difficulty holding a spoon, stacking blocks, or playing with toys.
- Big Reactions or Frequent Meltdowns�Extreme reactions to changes, new activities, or trouble calming down.
- Avoids Certain Textures or Sounds
- Dislikes things like sand, certain clothing, or noisy environments—or constantly seeks sensory input like spinning or jumping.
- Struggles with Everyday Tasks
- Trouble feeding themselves, getting dressed, or potty training.
💡 Early intervention can make a big difference in your child's development. If any of these signs sound familiar, consider reaching out to a paediatric Occupational Therapist for support.
📲 Reach out for an assessment or share this post with a parent who might need support. Early help changes futures!
