Kids First Occupational Therapy in Bondi Junction | Occupational therapist

Kids First Occupational Therapy

Locality: Bondi Junction

Address: 251 oxford st 2022 Bondi Junction, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.kidsfirstot.com.au

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24.01.2022 Friday fun activity.... some fun activities to try this weekend or in the upcoming holidays. So many fun things to do with a sheet!

24.01.2022 Time to talk Meltdowns There is always a reason behind a meltdown! This is when a child is unable to control their feelings and emotions. It is important to note that meltdown is not just a child not getting their own way, it is often them trying to communicate with us that they are very uncomfortable and overwhelmed with what may be happening due to things such as sensory overload, learning problems, emotional regulation challenges or a diagnosis. As OT’s we look at, an...d assess these meltdowns to try and figure out what is going on for that child and how we can make adjustments to the environment or provide strategies to them to help them navigate these tricky situations! #kidsfirstoccupationaltherapy #sydneyot #easternsuburbs #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #sensoryprocessing #sensoryoverload #meltdowns #childdevelopment #strategies #emotionalregulation

23.01.2022 R U OK? R U Ok day is an important reminder for us all to check in on our loved ones, as sometimes those nearest and dearest to us can be struggling. It is also so important to check in with your kids and start the conversation about and be open and sharing about our feelings and emotions. #ruokday #childsmentalhealth #childrensmentalhealth #mentalhealthoccupationaltherapy #paediatricmentalhealth #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapist

22.01.2022 As it’s the last weekend of the school holidays, why not try some of these fun exercises! Get the last of those holiday beans out before school goes back Monday These exercises are all great multi-sensory, incorporating the vestibular, proprioceptive, tactile and auditory sensory systems. As well as being LOADS OF FUN! #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapist #sydneyschoolholidays #sydneyschool #schoolholidayactivity #schoolholidayactivitiessydney #multisensory #multisensorylearning #sensoryprocessing #sydneyeasternsuburbs #sydneyinnerwest #bondimum

21.01.2022 GAME OF THE WEEK - BALL POPPERS This little toy is amazing for working on hand strength (squeezing the animals yummy to release the ball), with firmer squeeze projecting the ball farther. But as always, with an OT analysis of a toy there’s more skills to work on.... This game also can work on turn taking, joint attention, fine motor skills and hand eye coordination. ... #occupationaltherapygames #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapist #pediatricoccupationaltherapist #occupationaltherapyactivity #gameoftheweek #ballpoppers #kidsgames #easternsuburbssydney #sydneyeasternsuburbs #bondimums #sydneyfamilies #sydneyinnerwest #sydneycbd #sydneyinnerwestmums #sydneycbdmums

21.01.2022 This is a highly discussed topic in the OT world... Calming Tools These are for everyone, not just children with a diagnosis! They are a great way of spreading important messages like It’s okay to not be okay and You can feel comfortable here. Plus they give kids access to what they need to focus, calm and self regulate their emotions - they help put the child in control! Using the word ‘tool’ over ‘toy’ is very important as it helps kids understand they are to be ...used when we need them, not just for fun. #kidsfirstoccupationaltherapy #sydneyot #paediatricot #occupationaltherapy #calmingtools #selfregulationskills #sensoryprocessing #childdevelopment

19.01.2022 It’s that time of the week again! Fun Fact Friday You might have heard of these terms before, but it can be so confusing because although they sound similar they are all so different! As OT’s we can help kids that experience these challenges, providing strategies and ideas to help them! #kidsfirstot #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #sydneyot #childdevelopment #dyslexia #dyscalculia #dyspraxia #dysgraphia #finemotorskills #handwriting #learningskills

18.01.2022 Game of the week.... bowling! This game is so great for cause and effect (rolling ball and hitting the skittles), hand eye coordination, ball skills, turn taking if in a group, colour/number recognition if on the skittles.... a great activity kiddies of all ages can enjoy! ... #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapist #easternbeachessydney #sydneyeasternsuburbs #sydneyeasternbeaches #bondimums #innerwestmums #innerwestmumsandbubs #sydneymums #sydneymumsandbubs #sydneymumsandkids

16.01.2022 Challenges with sensory processing can present themselves in so many different ways! Children may seek, be sensitive to, or avoid certain input which may impact on their ability. Children often present with a combination is sensory needs, and every child is different! This is a great visual that shows how challenges with sensory processing can present in children within their everyday life. At KFOT we can carry out assessments and intervention to assist children in managing their sensory needs across the day to help them reach their full potential in all they do! #kidsfirstot #occupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #sydneyot #easternsuburbs #sensoryprocessing #childdevelopment #assessment #intervention

14.01.2022 Our kiddies and their families work so hard in sessions and at home and it definitely shows! We are so proud of our kiddies that continue to defy odds and smash their goals everyday #otsofinstagram #ot #otpediatrics #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist

13.01.2022 Let’s shine and stand out together! #otaustralia #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #paediatricoccupationaltherapy

13.01.2022 Game of the week is an oldie but a goodie, PLAYDOH! We all played with this growing up, and the age old activity is still a favourite today! Easy to make at home or readily available at the shops, playdoh is perfect for kids of all ages. You can start bat a young age developing hand strength, exploring how fingers work, and bilateral integration (using both hands). For older kids, such as school aged, play dough is great to work on fine motor skills, pincer grasp practice, c...oncentration and focus, and also mindfulness. What are some playdoh creations your little one has made? #playdoh #playdoughfun #playdoughactivities #playdoughforkids #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapist #sydneyot #sydneyoccupationaltherapist #easternsuburbssydney #easternsuburbsmums #bondimums #bondimumsandbubs #innerwestsydney #innerwestmums

12.01.2022 As we head into the weekend this concept of Special Time is a great one to think about and try out with your little ones It is a great tool to build social connections, relationships, social skills and develop play skills. #kidsfirsot #occupationaltherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #sydneypaediatricot #play #socialskills #familytime #buildingrelationships

11.01.2022 Happy Sunday! #quoteoftheday #otaustralia #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #paediatrics

10.01.2022 #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #paediatricphysiotherapy #paediatricoccupationaltherapy #therapy #occupationaltherapytools #childrensoccupationaltherapist

10.01.2022 #otaustralia #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist

06.01.2022 What motivates you? #otaustralia #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #ot

05.01.2022 Happy Sunday Everyone #ot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist