The Happy Giraffe

07/03/2026

Love that this has been put into place Adelaide. Does anyone know what other airports offer this program?

Their Sensory Space sounds great too but recently an Autistic friend went to check the space out and you need to make a booking. Its a shame as that makes it less user friendly and accessible to those who really need it... especially if needed urgently or unexpectedly.

These spaces should be easily accessible and available at all airports (and other public spaces-especially shopping centres). They create safe spaces to decompress and increase accessibility to daily life tasks and activities. I know when my kids were young, the parenting room was a great space to go to get away from the bright lights, sounds, noise and bustle.

What are some of your go to quiet spots to retreat to when you are out and about??

Feeling anxious about flying? Virgin Australia and Adelaide Airport have launched the ‘Try Before You Fly’ program to make air travel more inclusive and accessible ✈️ This free program offers a practical, hands-on way to experience the airport journey before taking a real trip.

It's open to anyone who finds air travel overwhelming, including autistic and neurodivergent travellers, people with sensory issues, or those who feel anxious about flying.

Find out more via the link in the first comment 🔗

07/03/2026

Putting socks on for school can be a sensory nightmare for our kids—but mornings don’t have to be stressful.

CalmCare Sensory Socks provide gentle, constant pressure to calm sensitive feet and support the nervous system.

With a soft, seamless feel and a snug-fitting bamboo/polyester/elastane blend, they reduce irritation, slipping, and bunching—making school mornings smoother for kids and adults with sensory needs.

A small change that brings big relief.

https://www.thehappygiraffe.com.au/search?q=calmcare+socks&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

28/02/2026

Wishing Albany Pride a Happy 10th Year Anniversary of the Pride Festival. Thank you for all your hard work and for your support you give our community. The energy and commitment you put into this event and so many others throughout the year is amazing!!!

We are so excited to be taking part in our Fourth Pride Festival today!!

It's always such a great day- great people, great food and great entertainment! (Hopefully some great weather?)

The heart of our Festival is back!

28/02/2026

The shop will be closed today as we head down to the PRIDE FAIR in York Street today from 10-2pm!!

If you are needing anything for during the week, please pop and order in online and we can leave it out for you to pick up at the Albany Business Center the following day between 9 and 4.30 pm weekdays.

Have a great long weekend!!
:) Claire

17/02/2026

Today is Random Acts of Kindness Day - Random acts of kindness are my favourite!

Kindness can be as simple as holding a door open for someone, a warm smile and hello to someone you pass in the street, texting a friend to check in.

It could be donating food to the food bank, paying for someone's coffee in the line behind you. Taking a pack of biscuits to work for your work mates to have at cuppa time.

I could be picking up rubbish, dropping old blankets at the animal shelter, donating blood.

Writing a list of all the things you love about a partner or friend. Picking up some groceries for someone who finds it hard to get out and about.

Find opportunities to give compliments. It costs nothing, takes no time, and could make someone’s entire day. Don’t just think it. Say it. :)

One small gesture can inspire a chain reaction, leading to more kindness in a community. :)

Kindness is easy !! :)

16/02/2026

I have always loved to read both for myself and to my kids...

This is the current book I'm reading by the fab Laura Kerbey (sharing a combination of research and her lived experiences) and illustrated by Eliza Fricker whose simple illustrations say it all.

It's a great book on living as a woman with ADHD and has chapters focused on parenting, rejection sensitive dysphoria, menopause, working life, mental health and relationships.

I love it because it is an easy read, the stories and shared experiences are easy to relate to. It's not full of big words and passages but has lots of great information and it's easy to keep focus on.

Definitely recommend!

Love to hear what's on your reading list just now!!
:) Claire

https://www.thehappygiraffe.com.au/products/the-slightly-distracted-womans-guide-to-living-with-an-adult-adhd-diagnosis?_pos=2&_sid=fa973d47e&_ss=r

12/02/2026

Hi All,
Here are our current Shop hours.

Note: if you live 'locally', you can order online and click 'Free Local Pick up.' We can then arrange to leave your order out at the Albany Business Centre for you to pick up Weekdays between 9am and 4pm.

You are most welcome to give us a call or send a message if you need some help working out what products might best suit your needs.

:) The Happy Giraffe

www.thehappygiraffe.com.au

11/02/2026

We know how hard it can be transitioning back to school and hope your first week (or two) has been ok!! Sending much love and support to you!

We've popped together a list of SOME of our favorite younger kids (5-9year old ish) books - Books kids can identify with and that can help to support, empower and build their confidence. Books that are a GREAT ADDITION to classrooms everywhere!!

Fantastic books written by wonderful Australian Authors sharing their lived experience of neurodivergent life.

https://www.thehappygiraffe.com.au/collections/books-1

Shop opening Hours: Friday 9-6pm and Saturday 9-4pm
1/222 Chester Pass Road, Albany , WA

Locals, you can order online and click 'Local Pick Up ' at checkout and we can leave your order for pick up at the during the week.

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09/02/2026

Confidence at Your Fingertips!!!

The Australian owned and designed, legal safety keychain that’s helped thousands of women/ people feel safer and more confident when out and about!

Kepler Keychains are designed for those ‘just in case’ moments- great for your car, backpack, handbag or pocket.

Keychain includes an easy-to-use 130dB personal Alarm with light, Seat belt cutting and Window breaking devices/pen, small spray bottle with cover (good for storing inhalers also), a gorgeous soft fluffy pompom keyring (great for finding your keys in your bag!!) and beautiful silicon beaded bracelet.

Comes in a great range of colours!!

https://www.thehappygiraffe.com.au/search?q=kepler&options%5Bprefix%5D=last

Shop Opening Hours: Friday 9-6pm and Saturday 9-4pm
1/222 Chester Pass Road, Albany

*** Locals can order online, click 'Free Local Pickup' - we will arrange for your order to be left at the Albany Business Centre for pick up.