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Paediatric Occupational Therapy that helps children participate, connect and thrive.

Practical, child-centred support for children from 18 months to 12 years — helping them build the skills they need for everyday life.

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Small steps.
Big possibilities.

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It’s not about making your child fit the mould.

It's about understanding what's getting in the way - and finding a way forward.

Does any of this sound familiar?

They struggle

to sit still.

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Writing is

exhausting.

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They avoid

certain activities.

Their coordination seems tricky

They get frustrated

easily.

Things that seem simple

take so much effort.

These are the kinds of everyday challenges we can help make sense of.

So, what does paediatric OT actually do?

Occupational therapy looks at the skills children need to take part in everyday life —

at home, at school and at play.

Fine Motor

& Handwriting

 

Build the skills for writing, cutting, drawing and manipulatives.

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Sensory Processing

& Regulation

 

Support for children who

find sensory input

challenging.

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Movement

& Coordination

 

Develop strength, balance, planning and motor skills

Independence

& Everyday Skills

 

Build confidence in daily routines, like dressing, feeding and self-care.

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Therapy should have a purpose.

It might look like play, drawing, climbing, building or moving - 

but there's always a reason behind what we are doing.

We want parents to understand why their child is struggling and,

more importantly, what we can do about it. 

Child - Centred

We start with the child infront of us.

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Practical

Skills need to transfer into everyday life.

Collaborative

Parents and teachers are part of the team.

Our Services

Assessments

 

Understand what's

making everyday

tasks difficult.

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Individual

Therapy

 

Targeted support

based on your

child's needs.

Sensory

Integration

 

Support for children

whose sensory needs

affect participation.

Screenings &

School Support

 

Identify concerns early

and work together

with schools.

Home Programmes

 

Practical things you

can carry over

at home.

Have a lefty? I've got you.

Practical guidelines for left-handed children, parents

and teachers - from handwriting and scissors to

classroom setup.

Tips and advice

Activity ideas

Teacher resources

Common questions

And more

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Hi, I'm Hannah.

Paediatric occupational therapist. Passionate about child development and helping children feel capable.

I’ve spent years supporting children and families, and I believe in practical, individualised and compassionate therapy that fits into real life.

Every child has potential.

Sometimes they just need

the right support to

show it.

Why families choose Steady Strides

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Paediatric Specialist

Experience that's focused on children.

Support designed around how children develop, learn and participate.

Individualised Support

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach.
We look at your child’s unique strengths, challenges and everyday needs.

Home & School Connection

Because therapy doesn’t happen in isolation.
Practical strategies that can be carried into everyday life.

Clear, Practical Guidance

No jargon. No guessing what to do next.
You’ll leave with a clearer understanding and practical next steps.

From the Steady Strides community

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Practical ideas, OT tips and little moments from the therapy room.

Not sure where to start?

You don't need to have all the answer. That's what we're here for.

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