Occupational Therapy
Pre-Toileting Skills – why are they important?
Learn why pre-toileting skills are essential for successful toilet training. Build your child's independence, communication & daily self-care routines.
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Autism, ADHD & Neurodiversity
Practical, neurodiversity-affirming guidance for families of autistic children and children with ADHD, from the speech pathologists and occupational therapists at The Bridge Effect in Northmead.
Autism, ADHD & Neurodiversity
Echolalia: What is it and how can we help?
Learn what echolalia is, why it happens in children with autism & how speech therapy can support communication and language…
Family & Parent Tips
How to make everyday moments “teaching moments”
Learn how to turn everyday moments into teaching opportunities. Practical child development strategies to build speech, learning & communication skills.
Family & Parent Tips
Teaching your Child Imitation through Song
Teach your child imitation through songs to build speech, language & communication skills with fun, play-based strategies for early development.
Family & Parent Tips
Finding your child’s Smile during play
Discover how play-based activities support communication, social interaction, emotional wellbeing & child development through everyday play.
Family & Parent Tips
How to make everyday play more engaging
Discover practical ways to make everyday play more engaging while supporting your child's language, learning and development at home.
Autism, ADHD & Neurodiversity
Supporting your Child with Autism to Transition
Help your child with autism manage transitions using practical strategies to reduce anxiety, build routines, support communication & independence daily.
Autism, ADHD & Neurodiversity
How to help your child achieve ‘Generalisation’ of a new skill
Help your child apply new skills across everyday situations with practical strategies from speech and occupational therapists in Western Sydney.
Occupational Therapy
Supporting self-regulation through co-regulation
Help your child build self-regulation through co-regulation. Learn practical strategies to support emotional regulation, resilience & everyday wellbeing.
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