Posts by Gemma Darlington
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20
Jan 2020
Surf, Sand, Sun, Sensory Skills and Smiles
The natural environment of the beach has so many benefits on development and social and emotional wellbeing. Check out some great activity ideas...
05
Aug 2019
Putting the Pieces Back Together in the Classroom
Puzzles are so important for skill development but seem to be missing from our homes and classrooms today. Learn why everyone needs to get puzzling...
21
Jan 2019
Creative Play Inspired with Busy Boxes
What exactly are busy boxes? A treasure trove kept in a container that is simple, easy, fun and provides endless engagement, entertainment and mostly importantly from an OT perspective, skill developm ...
27
Apr 2018
Shining a Light on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder has life long effects for a child. To learn more read our latest blog...
22
Jan 2018
Being an OT in the Country
What exactly does it take to be a 'Country' OT and why do we come to you? Read on to learn more...
10
Jul 2017
Fear of Explosions... Understanding and Dealing with Meltdow ...
The meltdown - the out of control explosion of behaviours that is confronting and distressing for the individuals living with them and those who love and care for them. Learn more about meltdowns...
05
Oct 2016
Moments of Meltdown
The meltdown, the out of control explosion of behaviours… it’s scary for the individuals living them and those who love and care for them.
28
Apr 2016
5 Points of Background around ASD and the 5 Point Scale
Are you aware of your state of regulation? Are you aware this helps you attend to and interact with the world around you?