Resources for parents and carers.
The Spot. Physio for Kids have created a number of information leaflets on a range of conditions and topics commonly referred to children's physiotherapists for advice and support.
Developmental Coordination disorder.
Developmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) occurs when a delay in the development of motor skills, or difficulty coordinating movements, results in a child being unable to perform everyday tasks.
Toe Walking.
Toe walking is a variation of normal development and is often seen in children up to 18-months age as they learn to stand and walk.
Safe swaddling.
In the early months of life, swaddling or wrapping your baby can be a great way for them to feel safe and settle. There are many different ways to swaddle your baby, but here are a few important considerations.
Recommended Apps.
Try these recommended apps to take the guess work out of helping your child learn and develop.
Sensory Play.
Sensory play is any play that stimulates any of a child’s senses - builds cognitive skills and influences how your child learns about their world.
Tummy time.
Tummy time is any position when the baby is lying on their front and can lift their head up.
Baby’s head shape.
An uneven head shape can occur due to constant pressure to one part of the head. This may be due to baby sleeping or playing in one position for long periods, or from only turning the head to one side when lying on their back.