Our blogs
August 2024
Toilet training children with disability
Toilet training children with disability or developmental delays is a milestone many parents can feel pressured to reach. When your child has a disability or developmental delay, it can be even more challenging, as they often need additional support, and...Read more about Toilet training children with disability
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May 2024
Puberty and disability: start the journey
The pre-and teen years and the onset of puberty are anxious times for many parents. If your child has a disability, there can be added challenges and you may be wondering where to start and how best to prepare yourself...Read more about Puberty and disability: start the journey
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Don’t miss out on cancelled therapy sessions ever again
As parents of children with disability, we’re well aware that life doesn’t always go according to plan. Sudden changes and cancellations are part of the routine, especially when it comes to appointments. If you find yourself needing to cancel an...Read more about Don’t miss out on cancelled therapy sessions ever again
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April 2024
Inclusive picture books: our top picks
Picture books are often the first books that children fall in love with. As well as giving you the chance to spend quality time with your child, beautiful illustrations can convey important messages. Good inclusive picture books allow children of...Read more about Inclusive picture books: our top picks
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March 2024
All-abilities playgrounds in the Melbourne area
The number of all-abilities playgrounds is growing in the Melbourne area, which means wherever you are, there will usually be an inclusive playground not too far away. Designed for children with various disabilities and sensory issues, they allow children to...Read more about All-abilities playgrounds in the Melbourne area
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