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For many families, technology begins as a useful tool. A screen may help a young child remain settled while a parent prepares dinner. It may help a child with additional needs recover after school, provide an adolescent with social connection or offer the family some much-needed quiet during a difficult moment. Using technology in this … Read more
Children and young people can experience many circumstances that affect their sense of safety, stability and connection. These may include family separation, domestic and family violence, grief and loss, illness, injury, abuse, changes in caregivers, natural disasters or other unexpected and distressing events. Children do not always have the words to explain what has happened … Read more
What Is a Cognitive Assessment (IQ Test)? A cognitive assessment, commonly referred to as an IQ test, helps us understand how a child thinks, learns, remembers, reasons and processes information. Although the term “IQ test” is widely used, a cognitive assessment provides much more information than a single IQ score. It identifies patterns across different … Read more
As parents, it can be confusing when your child seems advanced in some areas but struggles in others. You might notice they are incredibly bright, curious, or creative, yet also experience challenges with attention, behaviour, learning, or emotions. This is where understanding giftedness and twice-exceptionality (2e) becomes important. What is Giftedness? Giftedness is more than … Read more
As parents, it’s natural to pay close attention to your baby’s growth and development, including the shape of their head. If you’ve noticed a flat spot forming on your baby’s head, you’re not alone. This condition, known as plagiocephaly, is common and, in most cases, very manageable with early support. What is Plagiocephaly? Plagiocephaly, often … Read more
Young people who have experienced trauma often struggle to understand and express what they are feeling. Trauma can affect how a child thinks, behaves, forms relationships, and experiences the world around them. Counselling provides a safe and supportive space where young people can begin to process their experiences, build emotional resilience, and regain a sense … Read more
Many children are naturally flexible. Some can easily perform party tricks such as bending their thumbs backwards or sitting comfortably in positions that adults would find difficult. While flexibility can be advantageous in activities such as gymnastics or dance, in some children it reflects joint hypermobility, a condition where joints move beyond the typical range … Read more
Communication is a fundamental human right. For some children, speech alone is not sufficient to meet their communication needs. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) provides additional ways for children to express themselves, connect with others, and participate fully in everyday life. What is AAC? Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) refers to systems and tools that … Read more
It’s very common for children to feel worried or upset when separating from their parent or carer at school. With patience, consistency, and reassurance, drop-offs can become smoother over time. Here are some practical tips to make mornings easier for you and your child. Before the School Day Prepare your child calmly: Let them … Read more
It’s normal for children to experience big emotions as they grow. Worries, frustration, sadness, anger, and fears are all part of healthy emotional development. However, there are times when a child’s emotional state may begin to feel overwhelming for them, and for you as a parent or caregiver. If you find yourself thinking “Something doesn’t … Read more