Sensory Rooms and Autism

What is a Sensory Room? A sensory room is a purpose-built space designed to help individuals develop and regulate their reactions to external stimuli. They are a multi-sensory environment designed to provide essential therapy for people with disability and sensory… Continue Reading >

To breastfeed or not to breastfeed

One of the most stressful moments for new parents is leaving the security of a hospital to take their new-born home for the first time. After arriving at home, they are faced with a range of decisions and challenges while… Continue Reading >

Mindfully Loving Your Newborn

By Krissy Regan, The Wellness Poet. There is no doubt that a mother’s love for her newborn is nothing short of profound and surreal.  The hormones flooding our body also make it impossible not to feel “high on love”.  There… Continue Reading >

Preparing for a Newborn

Preparing for a newborn can be so exciting but it can also be one of the most daunting times in your life. Here is a list of things to help you prepare for your new arrival. Paper Work You will… Continue Reading >

Am I doing Enough?

By Krissy Regan, The Wellness Poet Time and time again I hear this question, “Am I doing Enough?” AND I also ask myself the following questions on a regular basis. Am I doing enough to help? Am I working hard… Continue Reading >

Home Schooling Tips 

Tricks to not only help parents and carers keep their sanity, but find the unique benefits of homeschooling By Kate McMahon, Student Tutors As parents and carers around the world grapple to juggle their new roles as teacher, canteen supervisor,… Continue Reading >

Easy ways to exercise during isolation with limited time and equipment.

Adjusting to social distancing, home isolation and home learning may feel overwhelming, but there are plenty of positive changes you can make to maintain your health and wellbeing through the coming weeks and months. I’ve always loved the calming practice… Continue Reading >

The Importance of Play for Children

Children love to play, it’s in their nature.  For children, play is a fun and safe way to explore the world around them. It’s also a way to make friends and form bonds with adults.  Children can learn many things… Continue Reading >

The importance of sports for children

By Portia Gunn, Youthrive Occupational Therapist   Did you know that children and young people should be getting at least one hour of moderate to vigorous-intensity physical activity every day? Sports has many benefits to a child’s development. By playing sports,… Continue Reading >

4 Reasons Why Family Portraits Are Important For A Child’s Development

Media brought to you by Flat-Rate Photography Virtually everyone has a camera in their pocket these days, but it’s no substitute for a professional family portrait you can hang proudly in your home. When you think of your own childhood… Continue Reading >