Littleversity

04/11/2025

🌟 Meet Ryan & Anita! 🌟
We’re excited to welcome UniSA OT students Ryan and Anita to Littleversity for their 2026 P*P Placement!

They’ll be joining us from February for 10 weeks, working on a special project all about supporting families between therapy sessions and helping you make the most out of each and every moment of your child’s therapy journey 💪💛

Families have already been invited via email to connect and chat with Ryan and Anita, but it’s not too late to get involved!
If you’d like to participate or learn more, please contact Olivia to register your interest.

Let’s give Ryan and Anita a big Littleversity welcome! 💫

30/10/2025

🎃 Spooky season is here! 🧡
As our little (and not-so-little) ones head out for trick-or-treating tonight, here are some gentle reminders to help keep the night safe, inclusive and enjoyable for all kids - neurodiverse, sensory-sensitive, shy or bold.

🕯️ Only knock on homes that are clearly welcoming of trick-or-treaters
Look for decorations, pumpkins or welcome signs - not every house celebrates Halloween, and that’s okay.
(Welcome Signs >>
https://kidsinadelaide.com.au/halloween-in-adelaide/ )

🧠 Not every child will be in costume
Sensory needs can make costumes uncomfortable. A child in plain clothes holding a bucket is still there to join the fun.

🗣️ Some kids may not say “trick or treat” or “thank you”
Communication differences or social anxiety can make these moments hard - kindness means everything.

🧺 Teens are trick-or-treating too
Some may be developmentally younger, supporting other children, or just trying to hold onto childhood joy. Let them enjoy the magic - growing up comes fast enough.

🍬 A quick treat check
Remind kids to wait until an adult checks their goodies, just to be safe.

Wishing you all a Happy Halloween - with a little boo, a little giggle, a little fright and a lot of delight! 👻🧡🎃

07/10/2025

✨ Fine motor skills = little hands doing big things! ✨

From holding a crayon 🖍️ to doing up zippers and building LEGO towers 🧱 these tiny hand movements help your child grow independence, confidence, and be ready for school.

The best way to build FMS? Through play and everyday fun that strengthens little muscles and big minds.
⭐️ stacking
⭐️ cutting
⭐️ squishing playdough
⭐️ threading beads
⭐️ baking
⭐️ pe***ng clothes

💛 Tip: If your child avoids fine motor tasks, start with what they love. Make it playful, not pressured!

03/10/2025

Happy World Smile Day! 🤩
Today I’ve been smiling because the sun is out, it’s the Friday before a long weekend, and daylight savings also starts this weekend (remember to spring those clocks forward an hour!).. and I can’t forget all the fun I’ve had in OT sessions today!

What is something that has made you smile today?

12/09/2025

✨ Mobile services are now fully booked! ✨
A huge thank you to the amazing families who have chosen and trusted me to support their kids and made this possible in just 2 months💛
Feeling so lucky to do what I love every day!

Limited availability still remains at Dernancourt Medical Centre on Friday Mornings for those looking to book in!

Please continue to make contact through our website, email or phone for further enquiries. We note that calendars, appointments, funding and priorities change, so appointments will become available in the future.

⭐️ 🧸 ⭐️

31/08/2025

Out of Office: Littleversity is taking a short break (just 2 weeks!) and heading off to New Zealand to rest and reset before the busy end of year season begins.

Olivia won’t have access to any phone calls or texts during this time, so if you do need to get in touch, please email hello@littleversity.com.au and Olivia will get back to you as soon as she can.
New enquiries/referrals are encouraged through our website www.littleversity.com.au/new-referrals or use the link in our bio.
🧸⭐️

27/08/2025

Littleversity is excited to share we now have some availability to offer OT sessions at
Dernancourt Medical Centre on Friday Mornings

840 Lower North East Road, Dernancourt, SA, 5075

This offers clients the opportunity to receive high quality OT services without the additional travel fees often associated with mobile therapy providers.

Contact OT Olivia to book:
0406 95 33 94
hello@littleversity.com.au
www.littleversity.com.au/new-referrals

04/08/2025

So excited for my friends over at Nurturing Nature Therapy Services to have Shauna on board - for anyone needing Speech Pathology in the North/North-Eastern suburbs, give the team at Nurturing Nature a call!

Please join us in welcoming Shauna, our new Senior Speech Pathologist and Team Lead!

We’re so excited to welcome Shauna to the Nurturing Nature Therapy team! Shauna is a highly experienced Senior Speech Pathologist, bringing with her 9 years of experience supporting children and families across a broad range of developmental and communication needs.

Shauna will be joining us from August 18th and will be seeing clients in Adelaide’s northern and north-eastern suburbs, offering therapy in homes, schools, and community settings.

As a speech pathologist, Shauna can support children with:
Speech sound delays and articulation
Language development (understanding and using words and sentences)
Early literacy and school readiness
Social communication and play skills
Stuttering and fluency
Communication support for children with autism, developmental delays, and other complex needs

If you’d like to book an appointment or learn more about how Shauna can support your child, please click the link below:
https://nurturingnaturetherapy.com.au/contact

We’re thrilled to have Shauna on board and can’t wait for you to meet her!

29/07/2025

🌟Artwork Competition! 🌟

South Australian events are about to get more accessible. But we need your help!

Members of the Autistic community are invited to help design the outside artwork for South Australia’s new mobile sensory bus. Check the comments and follow the link for an application👇

28/07/2025

⭐️ Real Words from a Real Littleversity Family ⭐️
When this beautiful family shared their journey with me, it reminded me how much strength it takes to reach out for support - especially when you are navigating all the things life has to throw at you, as well as your own neurodivergent journey too.

At Littleversity, we’re not just here for the children, we are walking alongside parents too. Engaging with therapy shouldn’t feel like another full-time job.

If you’ve been wondering if it’s time to take that first little step, or if you’re feeling unsure where to start, let this be your sign!

Get in touch today to chat about how OT with Littleversity can support your child (and you!) in their therapeutic journey!
www.littleversity.com.au/new-referrals
Or, give Olivia a call on 0406 95 33 94

24/07/2025

🌱 From little things, big things grow! 💫

Just like this sweet reminder from Paul Kelly, at Littleversity we know that small steps lead to big milestones.

Whether it’s mastering a pencil grip, tying shoelaces, or building emotional resilience — every little victory counts.

It’s also a reminder of how habits are built over time — both the helpful ones and the ones that sneak into routines when we’re not looking.

In OT, we understand that even the tiniest routines can shape how we function, learn, and grow.

From building positive morning rhythms to gently unlearning patterns that might be holding us back — every small action matters.

Change doesn’t happen overnight — but it always starts small. Let’s nurture the little things that lead to lasting growth. 🌈🧠💙

20/07/2025