Parent Tip: Understanding Sensory Issues Around Bathing and Hair Washing
Many children go through phases of resisting bath time, but for some children the experience can be genuinely distressing. If your child becomes upset when it's time to have a…
5 Practical Ways to Build Fine Motor Skills at Home
Fine motor skills are the small movements children use in their hands, fingers and arms for everyday tasks. These skills help children with things like: Holding a pencil Using scissors…
Core Strength in Kids: 10 Red Flags to Watch For (and 10 Activities That Can Help)
Core strength is the foundation for many everyday skills in children. Sitting upright at school, maintaining attention during desk work, climbing at the playground, getting dressed, and using both hands…
International Women’s Day 2026: Spotlight on Our Therapists at Sydney Kids OT
International Women’s Day is a chance to celebrate the women who support, advocate for and empower children and families every day and to recognise the care, skill and dedication they…
5 Signs Your Child May Benefit From Occupational Therapy (OT)
Every child develops skills at their own pace, but sometimes there are signs that extra support could make a real difference. Occupational therapists are trained to identify specific areas of…
Supporting Your Child’s Emotional Regulation These School Holidays
By Cara Adler, Occupational Therapist – Sydney Kids OT School holidays can be a wonderful time to slow down, play and reconnect as a family. But for many children (and…
Understanding ADHD: How Occupational Therapy Can Help Your Child Thrive
At Sydney Kids OT, we believe that knowledge empowers parents to better support their children’s development. Recently, the team at Sydney Kids OT have been exploring the latest insights into…
Screen Time Tips from a Paediatric OT
Screen Time Tips from a Paediatric OT: Finding Balance for Happy, Healthy Kids By Cara Adler – Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Sydney Kids OT As a paediatric occupational therapist, I work with children…