Awesome Kids OT

16/12/2025

Much care to all impacted 💚

https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/commentisfree/2025/dec/15/how-parents-should-talk-to-their-children-about-the-horror-of-the-bondi-shootings?utm_term=Autofeed&CMP=soc_567&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Facebook&fbclid=Iwb21leAOt_SxleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR62mvGCOB3mmxsj6rIPPUpz9WrB6Js6N_8OcnF6jhQDd_cctinzbu1Voy6ZTQ_aem_KrXn1htP2DGI8D8ZRQ44bQ

I am a clinical psychologist and researcher with a focus on children, anxiety and post-traumatic stress. Here are some things to keep in mind

09/12/2025

I love this guidance for dads 💚

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1NBh1Qb5MS/

05/12/2025

Parenting memories 🤣

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DRwE-QcDKB9/?igsh=MWZ5bWdkY201ZThldw==

03/12/2025

This free conversational webinar should include some real gems about supporting children's regulation in a natural and practical way.
Register to tune in if you can.

https://moveabout.mykajabi.com/challenging-the-story-of-regulation-thank-you?utm_source=fb&utm_medium=paid&utm_campaign=6874079770700&utm_term=6874079770500&utm_content=6874079770300&utm_id=6874079770700&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0BMABhZGlkAAAGQJiRaURzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAwzNTA2ODU1MzE3MjgAAR70xdMEeleW9TdAFh9y6iTIRZF9ijpRGvSGseV5eCR1-bTkuDWSMC4wS7yVHA_aem_lcSV6hAMcOs_FRHVMXz41w

A live webinar with Dave Jereb, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, and Sherry Shellenberger, co-creator of the Alert Program® for Self-Regulation.

24/11/2025

If you are experiencing difficulty accessing a local paediatrician, consider talking to your General Practitioner (GP) about this free service SUSTAIN: Virtual Paediatrician Support

An online integrated GP-paediatrician care model that aims to strengthen paediatric primary care in NSW.

21/11/2025

Please consider signing this parliamentary petition to support a fair process for assessing NDIS support needs for people with disability.

https://www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/petition/EN8570?fbclid=Iwb21leAOMtsxjbGNrA4y2xmV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHravTPa4dNaUzmTrBNqL7y6gn2Gy-cj6_MYvR22e4z85eAoch9PdYLdW_DJp_aem_Y7usA96t9ebjjwwqFnozgw

e-petitions

08/10/2025

Here is an interesting survey if you'd like to participate.

Thank you for taking part in this short survey. We are interested in your ideas to help guide our research on children aged 10 years and under, focusing on their physical activity, health, and development.

20/09/2025

This is quite an extensive survey. PLEASE take the time to complete it. Government needs to hear that they can't just announce something like this without proper community consultation with all stakeholders.

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

18/09/2025

It feels like a constant fight... But, please sign this petition.

⚖️ Help protect fair NDIS assessments
Recent changes to NDIS legislation mean the NDIA no longer has to consider the evidence you provide - like your own written account, and reports from your OT, psychologist, or GP.
Instead, decisions will be based on internal assessments that might not reflect your real-world needs.
This petition asks Parliament to change Section 32L so that participant medical reports are taken into consideration during NDIS needs assessments.
🖊️ Sign the petition:
EN7545 – Allow NDIS participants to submit their own professional reports
https://www.aph.gov.au/e-petitions/petition/EN7545
📩 Don’t forget to confirm your signature by email.

[Image description: A clipboard with a sheet of paper and a pen resting on the side. The text on the paper reads: "Sign the Petition: Allow NDIS participants to submit their medical reports." Below that, a red circle highlights the text: "Closing date for signatures is 24 September." The Every Australian Counts logo appears at the bottom.]

18/09/2025

This could be a great opportunity for kids.

ATTENTION School Parents!!!

I’m building a new program and before I launch it to the public, I'm looking for a few people to test it for me!

It's designed specifically for kids at school who are struggling with motivation in the mornings and/or getting into trouble in class.

I know many of you are trying to see your child thrive, but the school system always gets in your way. Not anymore!

I need a few testers to help me finalise

- The Small group PT to make it easier to focus on school work again
- The Engaging games designed to make kids feel successful and feel that they belong
- The Mentorship to teach them skills for better focus that they can use for life

If I offered to help you get your child back to thriving at school WITHOUT breaking the bank, would you test this new program for me before the public launch later next term?

This would be a pre-launch test, which means you’ll get access for 50% off, and you’ll be working with me 1:1 to make sure your son or daughter is starting school with a smile, not a struggle.

The catch: I’ll need a short testimonial from you after the program sharing how well you did...

And of course, any feedback on the program to make it even better (in return you’ll get access for 50% off).

This program is built around the exact process that helped…

🏆Dea… saw her son Ollie back to his wonderful happy ways. Getting up in the mornings used to be a struggle; now it’s a regular success. Her son is now excited to go to school as it means doing his favourite activity of the day.

🏆Michael… saw his son find a newfound energy and excitement for exercise and trying new things. He has found a passion for swimming ON HIS OWN!

The key to his son's success was Ethan's passion and ability to get down to his son's level and find out what he liked.

How will it work?
Basically, the trick to getting your child back to thriving in the morning before school is the Focus, First, Fitness Program.
WITHOUT “just trying harder” or joining another team sport.

Now, since this is my final testing round before going live, I’m looking for just 5 kids to take through the new program.

So if all this sounds good to you, and I can guarantee you will see some of the best results you have ever experienced, could you help me out by testing this new program for me?

13/09/2025

There is a lot happening at the Bellingen Youth Hub. Here is one of those things.

🍲✨ Youth Feeds at the Hub! ✨🍲

Every Wednesday afternoon, young people are invited to cook up something delicious with Marley, our trained chef. Learn simple, tasty recipes, get hands-on in the kitchen, and then sit down to enjoy the meal you’ve created together!

📅 Every Wednesday
🕞 3:30pm – 5:30pm
📍 At the Hub

Come hungry, leave happy. 🌿👩‍🍳👨‍🍳

05/09/2025

Now, here are the amazing school holiday groups I meant to post about.