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If you're reading this, perhaps you're a parent noticing certain behaviours in your child that make them different from their peers. Or maybe you're an adult who's lived a lifetime of feeling "different", and you're beginning to wonder if there's a reason. This is a space where we understand your concerns, your fears, and your hopes. It's a place where we can explore the world of ADHD or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder together, offering a helping hand as you navigate …

We all understand the importance of good sleep for our children. It's not just about rest, but nurturing their young minds, supporting their learning, and maintaining overall good health. However, getting children to wind down and embrace bedtime can be a challenging task. To aid this process, mindfulness and meditation can play a crucial role. That's where the Meditate Mate Monkey comes in. The Importance of Sleep in Children Sleep is a crucial period when children's brains …

We all have different ways of coping with stress and anxiety, and for many of us, fidgeting is a simple yet effective way to calm our nerves and stay focused. However, not all fidgeting habits are appropriate for every setting, especially in public places where noisy fidgets could be distracting for others. This is where Calm Strips come in as a new solution for sensory seekers and fidgeters in Australia. Calm Strips are a line of discreet, portable, and versatile fidget toys …

Parenting can be both rewarding and challenging, especially when it comes to teaching our children valuable life skills such as organisation. As parents, it's our responsibility to help our kids develop good habits and become well-organised individuals. In today's fast-paced world, it's essential to find effective tools and strategies that make this process easier for both parents and children. One such tool are the Remindables Tag Sets whic are designed to help children organi …

Separation anxiety is a natural part of children's development, with most kids experiencing varying degrees of anxiety when separated from their parents or primary caregivers. However, while separation anxiety is common, it can become a more significant issue for some children, especially autistic kids or those with anxiety disorders. In this blog post, we will discuss separation anxiety in children, how it affects them, and offer practical advice to help parents support their …

As parents, carers, or guardians, we want our children to be healthy and happy, right? We want our young people to grow into strong and confident individuals who can easily navigate the world. One important aspect of a child’s development is their proprioceptive system. This system is not often talked about, so let’s bring it to the forefront of conversation and talk about it today. What is the proprioceptive system? Let’s start with what the proprioceptive system is. Basical …

Welcome to our collection of sensory play recipes! Sensory play is essential to child development as it helps children explore and understand the world around them through their senses. Sensory play can be messy, fun and educational and can also be used to support children with sensory needs. We have compiled a list of easy-to-make sensory play recipes you can try at home with your children. From cloud dough to fluffy slime, these recipes are fun for kids to play with and pr …

Healthy eating is essential for everyone, but it can be especially tricky to get our kids to eat right. I bet you're nodding your head in agreement. Now that school is back, let's look at some creative ways to make healthy eating fun for our kids, as well as practical tips on how you can encourage your children to make nutritious food choices. Let's turn mealtime into an enjoyable activity! Child nutrition recommendations The Australian Guidelines to healthy eating recommend …

As we prepare for back to school and setting our young people up for a successful school year, I thought it was an excellent time to highlight sensory chairs and active seating. Getting neurotypical kids ready to learn can be challenging enough sometimes. But throw in neurodiverse kids with sensory needs – ADHD, Autism, sensory processing disorder, ADD, ODD and many more, then learning can be an extra big challenge. What is a sensory chair or active seating? It’s a specially …

The end of the school year can be an exciting time for children, full of fun activities, perhaps a school picnic, a trip to the pool, class parties, and other fun things to do. However, it can also be a time of stress and anxiety, especially for neurodiverse children. So we need to ensure we’re supporting our autistic child in mainstream schools. Here are a few tips to help our amazing kids cope with the end of the school year. 1. Communicate with your child’s class teacher …