Squish Kids

31/12/2025

30/12/2025

Emotional regulation doesn’t come naturally to little ones they need our help!

Young children learn to manage big feelings through co-regulation that means they rely on calm, caring adults to help them feel safe and calm.

Tips for parents:
• Stay calm when your child is upset
• Name their feelings (“I see you’re frustrated”)
• Offer hugs or soothing touch
• Keep routines consistent
• Model calming strategies like deep breaths

With your support, your child will build self-regulation skills day by day.

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

From our Squish Kids family to yours, thank you for a wonderful 2025. We’ve loved every moment of supporting our amazing kids and families, and we can’t wait to see you again in the new year! 💛

23/12/2025

What is bilateral coordination and why does it matter?

It’s your child’s ability to use both sides of their body together smoothly, like:
• Holding paper with one hand while cutting with scissors
• Buttoning shirts or tying shoelaces
• Playing catch or climbing at the playground

Effective bilateral coordination helps kids move confidently and do everyday tasks with ease.

If your child struggles with these skills, OT can help with fun, targeted activities that build teamwork between both hands!

16/12/2025

Should my child be tying their shoelaces by now?

Most kids are ready to start learning around age 5–6, but many don’t master it until 7–8 and that’s perfectly normal!

Tying shoes is a complex task that involves:
• Fine motor skills
• Bilateral coordination
• Sequencing + memory
• Focus and patience

If your child is still struggling, OT can help break it down into simple steps, build the skills they need, and support independence in self-care.

We’re all about function over frustration every small win build confidence!

09/12/2025

5 Signs Your Child Might Benefit from OT

You don’t need a diagnosis to see if OT could help. Here are 5 gentle signs to watch for:

🧦 Struggles with everyday tasks like dressing or using utensils
✍️ Difficulty with writing, cutting, or fine motor skills
💥 Frequent meltdowns or big reactions to sounds, textures, or lights
💤 Poor coordination, clumsiness, or tiring quickly
🧠 Trouble focusing, following directions, or staying organized

If any of these feel familiar, an OT can help you understand what’s going on—and how to support your child’s unique needs.

Expert occupational therapy for children living with Autism, ADHD, anxiety, and developmental delay. Get in touch today 07 3305 0159.

02/12/2025

“Why does my child just play in OT?” 🎲

Because play is where the magic happens!

In OT, we use purposeful play to help kids:
• Build motor and sensory skills
• Learn to regulate emotions
• Strengthen attention and planning
• Develop confidence and coordination

👉 When your child is crawling through tunnels, swinging, stacking blocks, or using tongs they’re not just having fun…

They’re building the foundations for learning, independence, and success. 💪

25/11/2025

Should my child have a dominant hand by now? ✋🤚

👉 Most kids develop a clear hand preference by age 5–6, but it’s normal to switch hands before then especially when tired or learning new tasks.

Signs to watch for:
• Frequent hand switching after age 6
• Trouble coordinating both hands
• Frustration with fine motor tasks

💡 Tips to support hand dominance (without forcing it):
• Place tools in the middle, not on one side
• Encourage activities that use both hands (cutting, lacing, etc.)
• Avoid telling them which hand to use

Need support? OT can help assess and guide your child’s fine motor development with gentle, play-based strategies

24/11/2025

Check out our holiday season groups!

We’re running a range of fun and engaging groups over the Christmas break, and we’d love to have your child join us!

✨ See something you’re interested in?
Get in contact or scan the QR code to secure your spot before spaces fill up!

📲 If you’d like extra information or want to know the age ranges for each group, just let us know our team is happy to help you find the perfect fit for your child!

22/11/2025

Squish Kids now has ad-hoc sessions available for the rest of the year!

If you’ve been hoping to get your child in before the holiday break, now is the perfect time. We’ve opened up extra spots and would love to welcome you into our clinic!

✨ Want to secure your preferred time slot for 2026?
Register now and lock it in before spaces fill up!

📲 Simply message us or scan the QR code to get started. Our friendly team is here to help!