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Sometimes waitlists for face to face therapy services are long; sometimes you can’t get to a clinic because of where it is or the time and cost it takes to get there; and sometimes you know your child is not going to cope with therapy sessions in an unfamiliar space. All of these are possible ...

We often hear about the importance of sensory experiences in a child's development. We're told about the significance of touch, sight, taste, smell and hearing, but there's one lesser-known sensory system that plays a crucial role in our children's development: the vestibular system. Let’s explore ...

Books hold so much power! We love using them therapeutically in the clinic, and they are a great tool for home as well. We have put together some of our favourite books available that celebrate the beauty in the diversity of our brains, and help us learn more about ourselves and ...

When it comes to therapy, especially for children and teenagers, the approach we take can make all the difference. One powerful way to enhance the therapeutic experience is by including children in the goal-setting process. No matter how old your child is, involving them in goal setting can increase ...

What’s in a Squat? Let’s have a closer look: Squatting is one of those exercises that some of us find tricky to do, but it’s an important one for toileting. Learning to squat can be fun and engaging for kids - it is a great position for lots of activities, as it helps you get up close ...

A conversation that could change a life.   You never know what someone may be thinking or feeling. Are they thinking big or small thoughts, happy or sad thoughts?   This could be a work colleague, a friend, family, child, or someone who looks like they are ...

To celebrate book week we wanted to share some of our clinicians' favourite books with you!   Megan: 'I love the book 'Your Fantastic Elastic Brain' by JoAnn Deak as it gives us the opportunity to normalise how all brains are different and how we can stretch and grow our brains by ...

Today we are going to continue to explore Dan Siegel’s concept of the Upstairs and Downstairs brain with a focus on moments where our children may have ‘flipped their lids’ and no longer have access to their upstairs brain. If you haven’t already, read part one to understand this brain house ...

Are you wondering if your child/family would benefit from seeing a Dietitian but not sure what it would involve? It can feel a little daunting talking about eating habits and behaviours but the goal of a Dietitian is to help, not to make you feel guilty!   At Kids That Go, our dietician, ...

"W sitting" occurs when a child sits on the floor with their knees bent, legs turned outward, and their bottom resting between their feet - which ends up looking like a 'w'! Many children naturally adopt this position while sitting on the floor. However, if it becomes prolonged and frequent it could ...