Early Years Physiotherapy

11/03/2026

Orthotics are one of the tools we may use within paediatric physiotherapy to support foot and ankle alignment.

When little feet are well supported, it can assist muscles to activate more effectively and joints to move in a more controlled way. This can make standing, walking and running feel steadier and less tiring.

There are different types of orthotics depending on your child’s needs.

→ In-shoe orthotics are custom inserts designed to fit inside everyday shoes.

→ SMOs (Supramalleolar Orthotics) provide stability just above the ankle bones.

→ AFOs (Ankle-Foot Orthotics) extend around the shin, ankle and foot to provide additional support for movement.

Orthotics are always considered carefully and individually - with the goal of encouraging safe, confident participation in daily activities.

If you have questions about whether orthotic support may be appropriate for your child, our physiotherapy team is here to help.

09/03/2026

If you’re unsure what this balance looks like in real life, that’s where guidance can make a difference.

The key message isn’t about removing these tools. It’s about being intentional with movement opportunities across the day.

Free floor time allows babies to explore weight shifting, head control, reaching across midline and developing postural strength in ways that supportive devices can’t replicate. Even brief moments on a mat between feeds or after naps can help support this development.

In Nurture & Move, we demonstrate realistic ways to incorporate movement into everyday routines, answer your questions and provide reassurance during those early months.

✨ For babies aged 0–6 months
✨ Thursday mornings
✨ One complimentary trial session
✨ Private health rebates may apply

Bookings are essential. Please message our team to secure your place 💛

06/03/2026

Matisse is one of our physiotherapists here at Early Years, bringing both warmth and clinical knowledge to every session.

She graduated with First Class Honours from Griffith University and has been dedicated to working in paediatric physiotherapy since completing her degree.

Before becoming a physiotherapist, Matisse spent three years as a swimming instructor, working with children from as young as two months through to teenagers. This early experience fostered her love for hydrotherapy, which remains one of her favourite ways to support mobility, strength and confidence.

Matisse has completed additional Level 1 Paediatrics training through the Australian Physiotherapy Association, along with further education in gait analysis and orthotic prescription. This allows her to provide thorough assessment and tailored intervention plans based on each child’s individual needs.

With a compassionate, family-centred approach, Matisse values working closely with caregivers to create fun, meaningful therapy experiences that support progress in a way that feels achievable and encouraging.

We’re so grateful to have her as part of our team 🤍

06/03/2026

W-sitting isn’t simply a “bad habit.”

For some children, it’s just one of many sitting positions. For others, it can become a preferred posture because it offers stability without requiring as much strength or control.

When a child consistently relies on this position, they may have fewer opportunities to practise trunk rotation, side-to-side weight shifts and active core engagement which are all important parts of early motor development.

If your child strongly prefers W-sitting or finds other sitting positions challenging, it can be helpful to look at what their body is asking for.

Early movement patterns help shape confident, coordinated movement as children grow.

We’re here to support development from the very beginning 🤍

04/03/2026

Supporting movement with confidence 🤍

LiteGait is a harness system used within our paediatric physiotherapy sessions to provide body-weight support while children practise movement in a safe, upright position.

It can be used for walking practice, including body weight supported treadmill training, allowing children to take more steps with less fatigue and improved movement quality.

LiteGait is also beneficial for standing balance, weight shifting, reaching and play in standing, and developing postural control, all while reducing the fear of falling.

By creating the right level of support, our physiotherapists can focus on alignment, symmetrical stepping and meaningful repetition tailored to your child’s individual goals.

LiteGait training is one of the many ways we support children in building strength, balance and confidence as they work towards independent movement.

If you would like to learn more about our in-clinic paediatric physiotherapy services, please get in touch with our team.

02/03/2026

Our physio-led adaptive gymnastics group builds strength, confidence, and connection through fun, adapted gymnastics skills.

Upside-down play (like handstands and their progressions) supports upper limb and core strength, balance, and body awareness, while group sessions encourage communication, turn-taking, and peer connection.

Every activity is adapted so each child can move, succeed, and grow at their own level.

Inclusive. Strength-based. Fun.

23/01/2026

We are now offering Reformer Pilates for children!

Physio-led and tailored for all abilities. Gentle, low-impact sessions build core strength, balance, flexibility and body awareness using our specialised reformer equipment. Every exercise is adapted so your child can participate safely and confidently.

Class options:

• Clinical Reformer Pilates (1:1 or small-group) led by our paediatric physio team

• Reformer & Mat sessions guided by our certified Allied Health Assistant for ongoing, structured exercise that follows your physio’s program

Enquire now by following the link in our bio 🤍

10/12/2025

Give your little one a confidence boost these school holidays with our Play in the Park Motor Group 🌿

Through climbing, balancing and playful challenges in a natural outdoor setting, children will build strength, coordination and confidence all guided by our paediatric physiotherapy team. It’s the perfect blend of therapy and play, designed especially for growing preschool bodies.

Spots are limited for this small-group program, so be sure to secure your place early by enquiring through our website. 😊

09/12/2025

Passionate about changing the lives of our clients and their families, Early Years are focused on helping children extend their abilities and fulfil their potential, whilst working closely with their family and other healthcare professionals.

Your child is at the centre of everything we do and we’re all about building strong relationships and creating fun and engaging ways to deliver treatments.

Our goal is to ensure your child is relaxed and confident in our hands, so that we can assist in developing a strong foundation.

We look forward to seeing you in clinic soon ♥️

11/11/2025

💛 Why Tummy Time Matters! 💛

Did you know that tummy time is one of the first, and most important, ways your baby builds strength and control. Lifting their head and pushing up helps develop the muscles needed for rolling, sitting, crawling, and beyond! It’s the foundation for all movement!

✨ Start when your baby is awake and supervised
✨ Begin with short bursts, regularly throughout the day as long as your baby is happy
✨ Gradually build up to 1 hour per day by 3 months of age

Not always easy? Join our Nurture & Move baby group for fun, simple ways to make tummy time enjoyable and part of your daily routine.

👶 Let’s build strength, confidence, and connection together

👉 Link in bio

(Guidelines: AAP, 2022; Pathways.org, 2023b; WHO, 2019)

03/11/2025

Join our Nurture & Move baby physio group to support your little one’s development through purposeful movement and play.

Learn, play, and connect with other mums in a supportive space.

✨ Spots are limited – book now!
(Rebates available through most private health funds if you have extras cover)

20/06/2025