Support for Caregivers

If mealtimes feel like a battlefield in your home, you’re not alone. Feeding difficulties are one of the most common concerns we hear from families. Whether your child refuses entire food groups, gags at certain textures, eats a limited range of foods, or struggles with mealtime routines, it can be stressful, emotional, and confusing for everyone involved. While you wait for feeding therapy, there is  hope—and there are ways to gently support your child’s eating without press

Why Play Is More Than Just Fun: The OT Perspective on Learning Through Play Introduction: “They’re just playing…” or are they? To some, it might look like your child is just building a LEGO tower, pretending to be a superhero, or jumping on the couch for the tenth time. But from an occupational therapist’s perspective, play is how children explore, learn, connect, and build foundations for daily life . At Little Peaks OT , we view play not only as a child’s natural language—b

T he way you love, notice, and respond to your child matters. If you're on a waitlist for occupational therapy, it can feel like you're standing still while your child’s needs continue to grow. Maybe your child is having daily meltdowns, avoids certain activities, or can't explain why they’re upset. Maybe you're exhausted, overwhelmed, or unsure of what to try next. We want you to know: you are not powerless. At Little Peaks OT , we see parents as essential co-regulators and

What Does a Paediatric Occupational Therapist Actually Do?

Welcome to our While You Wait  resources. The activities and strategies on this page are intended to provide a helpful starting point while you arrange professional support. They offer a general way of looking at skills your child may be developing, and can give you ideas for supporting your child’s everyday growth and learning. It’s important to remember that every child is unique, and their needs, strengths, and pace of development can vary widely. These resources are not a