Frequently Asked Questions
paediatric Occupational Therapy supports children to develop the skills they need to take part in everyday activities. This might include handwriting, fine motor skills, balance and coordination, dressing, personal care, sensory regulation or managing everyday activities at home or school.
At Little Things, the focus is on understanding your child’s individual strengths, needs and goals, and finding practical ways to help them participate more comfortably and confidently in their daily routines.
What is paediatric Occupational Therapy?
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You might be looking for support if your child finds certain everyday activities difficult, such as handwriting, using cutlery, getting dressed, completing fastenings, managing sensory experiences or developing fine and gross motor skills.
You don’t need to know exactly what the difficulty is or whether occupational therapy is the right fit before getting in touch. we can talk through your concerns during a free introductory call and explore whether my services may be suitable for your child.
How do I know if my child would benefit from occupational Therapy?
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The first step is a free 15-minute introductory phone call. This gives us an opportunity to discuss your concerns, learn a little about your child and consider whether Little Things may be able to help.
If the service is a suitable fit, we can discuss the next steps and arrange an assessment where appropriate.
How do I get started?
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Where do the sessions take place?
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Little Things offers face to face support through home and school visits in Newcastle, Gateshead and South Tyneside, subject to availability and suitability. Working in a familiar environment to the child can help us understand how your child manages everyday activities in their usual surroundings.