Velda Frankim Occupational therapist

24/04/2026

16/04/2026

Here's why handwriting fails without proper core strength and hand strength...https://ilslearningcorner.com/why-handwriting-fails-without-core-strength-hand-strength/

15/04/2026

Every “NO” your child says…
is not attitude.
It’s identity forming.

This is the age where they learn:
Do I have a voice?
Am I heard?
Do I matter?

If every “no” is shut down,
they don’t become obedient…
they become silent.

But when handled right,
“NO” turns into confidence,
decision-making,
and self-trust.

Next time they say “no”…
don’t react.
Respond.

Because your reaction today
becomes their inner voice tomorrow.

Comment “NO” and I’ll send you
simple scripts to handle it calmly.

parentingcoach

13/04/2026

09/04/2026

If discipline in your home feels like a constant battle, you’re not alone—and you’re not getting it wrong.

Many of us were taught that discipline means punishment, control, or quick compliance. But real discipline isn’t about shutting behaviour down… it’s about building skills up.

It’s about teaching, guiding, and supporting a child to do better next time—not making them feel worse this time.

When we shift from control to connection, everything changes. Children don’t just behave differently… they develop differently.

This visual breaks down what discipline truly is—and what it isn’t—so you can respond with clarity, confidence, and compassion.

02/04/2026

HAPPY OT MONTH! 🤍🌈

Are you even an OT practitioner if you haven’t heard “oh yeah, like PT” or been confused with them 🙃

PT focuses on improving the clients ability to move whereas OT focuses on the ability to perform occupations of one’s life for daily living is my elevator pitch!

Both help individuals to gain ability to function & work together for a comprehensive rehabilitation 🫶🏻

01/04/2026

A great graphic of the Neurodiversity Strengths Umbrella! ☂️ What else should be added to this wheel?

Source credit: The National ADHD and Neurodiversity Charity.

30/03/2026

That thing!! Thingamabob and for the afrikaans kids- “dingeses & sulkes”

27/03/2026

Have a restful school holiday and easter weekend. We will be out of office until the 6th of April! 🌿

To discipline means to teach. Who were the teachers from whom we wanted to learn? 💛 P.S. Last day to register for the parent (and professional) coaching group that starts next week. We have a beautiful small community where all belong without judgment.