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Developmental milestones for self-help and functional skills

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The power of play-based learning for autistic children

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Common nutritional concerns and how a dietician can help

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A guide to creating and using social stories and visuals

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Five ways to use your swing set for physiotherapy

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Your life, your home, your way: independent living options

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Ten ways routines help children learn language

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Emergent literacy: early skills to help your child develop

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The word ‘occupation’ in occupational therapy

The word ‘occupation’ in occupational therapy refers to daily activity, including all activities that individuals need to do, want to do and have to do. Swipe across to find out some ways an OT can help your child and visit the link in our bio to discover signs which could indicate your child may benefit from occupational therapy, plus ways you can help your child at home. ⁠
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The final set of prizes to tell you about before o

The final set of prizes to tell you about before our HUGE summer comp ends tomorrow night...⁠
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The Blue Regulation Tunnel from William Ready is a perfect calming bed zone, or sensory calming space! ⁠
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The Remedy® Phytoplex® range from Medline combines skin care science with some of the gentlest, beneficial botanicals nature provides. ⁠
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Plus, there are even more products to win included in the pack! ⁠
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Our Win page (link in bio) has all the details. ⁠
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Our fabulous Summer competition is only open for a

Our fabulous Summer competition is only open for a few more days! Get your entry in now for a chance to win these great prizes in our Kids pack: ⁠
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Topcat Healthcare Products and Stay Dry are giving you sweet dreams this summer with a Woodland magic little boss bed pad, bamboo cotton waterproof fitted sheet and a cheeky & wild water-resistant quilt cover.⁠
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You’ll also receive from our friends at Autism Awareness Australia a pack containing a copy of The Australian Autism Handbook, The Keepers and a cap to keep cool in.⁠
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$100 voucher to spend at @Tinnitots.⁠
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These films and shows all include authentic disabl

These films and shows all include authentic disabled characters.⁠
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Want to get a head-start on the chaos that lies ah

Want to get a head-start on the chaos that lies ahead? These tips may help. (link in bio)⁠
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We have a fabulous prize pack for teens on offer i

We have a fabulous prize pack for teens on offer in our huge Summer competition. Just some of the products to be won include:⁠
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The Works Fidget Kit from Kaiko Fidgets - discreet fidgets for sensory seekers. ⁠
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Swing from a tree with the Slackers Tri Ring Vine Climber from Skillbuilders Therapy for Children, it builds coordination, balance, and strength. ⁠
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Stretch, move and regulate in a sensory haven known as the Bilby MyBurrow.⁠
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Plus, there are even more products to win included in the pack! Head to our Win Page (link in bio) for the complete Teens prize list.⁠
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Maya chats with us about navigating the complexiti

Maya chats with us about navigating the complexities of raising a child with a rare diagnosis. (link in bio).⁠
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Transitioning from pre-school to ‘big’ school

Transitioning from pre-school to ‘big’ school is an important milestone for any child, as well as for the whole family.⁠
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Starting school is a time of excitement and enjoyment, but for some it can be a time of uncertainty and anxiety. When faced with this transition each child and parent may react differently and while there is often no way of knowing how your child will react, there are many simple things you can do to prepare yourself and them!⁠
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Head to the link in our bio for a few strategies that you can use.⁠
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