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Why chase the “label”?

Why chase the “label”?

A few common questions from parents • Should I pursue a diagnosis? • Are we over diagnosing? • What are the benefits of a diagnosis? • My child seems to be functioning okay. Why do they need a label? This is something that needs to be answered individually from each family and their situation....

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Ready for Big School?

Ready for Big School?

The transition to kindergarten is an exciting step for every child. It tends to prompt conversations about what ‘school readiness’ looks like, and how parents can best prepare their child for the first year of schooling. Typically, the answers tend to focus on how the child is prepared...

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Pedaling to Success: How Bike Riding Builds Skills for Life

Pedaling to Success: How Bike Riding Builds Skills for Life

Beyond the sheer thrill of wind in their hair, bike riding plays an important role in a child’s development.   Brain Integration: When your child rides a bike, they are engaging both hemispheres of their brain as they pedal their legs. As the child coordinates balance, steering, and navigating...

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“SENSORY this, SENSORY that…”

“SENSORY this, SENSORY that…”

‘Sensory’ is a BIG buzz word when talking about children’s growth and development. It is frequently used in conversation about development, learning, emotional regulation, and behaviour. At Family Connections Sydney, Sensory Integration is deeply imbedded in our therapy approach. But what does...

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