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Discover occupational therapy advice on picky eating, starting solids, oral motor development, sensory feeding, and creating positive family mealtimes.

Helping Your Child Try New Foods: Practical Strategies for Picky Eaters

Does your child only eat a handful of foods or become upset when something new appears on their plate? You're not alone. Many children go through phases of picky eating, but for some, trying new foods can feel genuinely overwhelming. Understanding why your child is avoiding certain foods is the first step towards helping them develop confidence and curiosity around eating. In this blog, our occupational therapists share practical, evidence-informed strategies to reduce mealtime stress, support sensory needs, and make trying new foods a positive experience for the whole family.

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Tiny Backpack, Big Milestone: An OT’s Perspective on Starting Childcare

Starting childcare is one of the first major transitions in a young child's life—and often one of the most emotional for parents too. In this month's OT Insight, Rebecca shares her personal experience as her son Tommy began childcare and reflects on the practical preparations, emotional challenges, and incredible developmental opportunities this milestone brings. Plus, we've included a practical Childcare Transition Checklist and occupational therapy tips to help your family feel prepared and supported through this exciting new chapter.

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From OT Advice to Real Life: What Starting Solids with My Own Baby Has Taught Me

When occupational therapist and new mum Rebecca began introducing solids to her son Tommy, she quickly realised that feeding advice given in the clinic can feel very different in the middle of real family life. In this blog, Rebecca reflects on the weaning journey so far — from baby-led weaning and highchair setup to messy floors, food throwing, and the realities of timing meals around fatigue and temperament. It’s an honest look at the joys, challenges, and practical lessons learned when professional knowledge meets parenting in real time.

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