Community Therapy Kids

Community Therapy Kids Paediatric allied health services across Lake Macquarie, Newcastle, Maitland and Central Coast.

Shake, rattle, and roll! 🪇Using engaging toys like rattles isn’t just for fun.....it helps babies develop important skil...
04/06/2026

Shake, rattle, and roll! 🪇

Using engaging toys like rattles isn’t just for fun...
..it helps babies develop important skills like visual tracking, attention, and coordination 👀

Watching and reaching for moving objects encourages head and neck control, while following the sound supports auditory processing and focus.

Paediatric Physiotherapy uses play-based activities to capture a baby’s interest and make motor development feel natural.

Every shake and reach is a step toward building strength and confidence!

Want to support your little one’s milestones through play? Get in touch today! 💙

04/06/2026

Another wonderful day at the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo! 🎉

We loved meeting so many families and seeing the kids play and have fun with our obstacle course and jenga 💫

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello to our team 👋🏼

And thank you Lake Macquarie City Council for a lovely event!

02/06/2026

Concerned about your child's speech sounds? 🤔

Each child develops their speech at a slightly different pace...
..and that's completely normal!

But as a general rule...

📍 By 4 years old, unfamiliar adults should be able to understand 80% or more of what your child says.

If you have any concerns...
..or if you're noticing that your little one has any challenges
..a professional assessment is always a good recommendation

Speech Pathologists assess language skills and work with children overcome these challenges 💬✨

Reach out to our team to learn more about how we can support your child’s speech development! 👉🏼 https://loom.ly/yE6KT2k

What an amazing day at the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo! 🎉We loved meeting so many families today and seeing th...
02/06/2026

What an amazing day at the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo! 🎉

We loved meeting so many families today and seeing the kids tackle our gross motor obstacle course 🤸‍♀️🏃‍♂️💪🏼

Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello to our team 👋🏼

And thank you Lake Macquarie City Council for a lovely event! ✨

Missed us today? Don’t worry — we’ll be back again on Thursday 4 June from 9am–1pm at Charlestown Square, so come and join the fun!

📍 Centre Court, Level 1 outside Myer

We’re looking forward to another great day connecting with families and the local community 💙

🎉 The You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo 2026 starts TODAY! 🎉If you’re heading along this week, make sure you come vi...
31/05/2026

🎉 The You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo 2026 starts TODAY! 🎉

If you’re heading along this week, make sure you come visit the Community Therapy team tomorrow — Tuesday 2 June! 👋🏼

We’ll be there from 9am–1pm with our gross motor obstacle course ready for lots of movement, fun, and challenges 🤸‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Where? 📍 Charlestown Square – Centre Court, Level 1 outside Myer

The expo is packed with:
✨ Kids’ entertainment
✨ Local child & family services
✨ Giveaways & goodie bags
✨ FREE family fun

We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow! 💙

29/05/2026

No waitlist for paediatric therapy appointments at our Charlestown clinic! 🎉🌈

We currently have availability for:
✨ Speech Pathology
✨ Occupational Therapy
✨ Physiotherapy

Our Charlestown clinic offers a welcoming and engaging space where children can work towards their goals with the support of our experienced paediatric team 💙

Whether your child needs support with communication, motor skills, sensory regulation, mobility, independence, or confidence, we’re here to help.

Appointments are available now for children aged 0–18 years.

Book online through our website today 👉🏼 https://loom.ly/nU7MVVI

If you have any questions about referrals or services, feel free to get in touch 😊

Memory cards 🧠✨..ever play with these as a kid?..well in the world of Speech Pathology, they're also powerful tools for ...
28/05/2026

Memory cards 🧠✨
..ever play with these as a kid?
..well in the world of Speech Pathology, they're also powerful tools for enhancing children's cognitive and language abilities!

Memory card games can be a versatile and effective tool in Speech Pathology sessions for older children, promoting various aspects of cognitive, language, and social development, such as:

🃏 Memory and Recall: remembering the location of specific images strengthens their memory skills.

🔍 Attention and Concentration: these kinds of games help kids improve their attention span and ability to stay focused on a task.

🗣️ Language Development: each card can be a conversation starter! Speech pathologists tailor games to target specific language goals, helping kids expand their vocabulary and grasp language concepts in a fun, interactive way.

💡 Problem-Solving Skills: memory cards encourage children to use their problem-solving skills and exercise their critical thinking.

👫 Social Interaction: playing these games with a someone else allows the child to engage in conversation, follow directions, and take turns, all of which are important social skills.

Find out more about Paeds Speech Pathology 👉🏼 https://loom.ly/yE6KT2k

27/05/2026

Should my child be able to do that yet? 🤔

Do you have any concerns about your child's development?

It is normal for parents to worry, and it is okay to check-in with a health professional if you have ANY concerns 💙

✨ Every child is unique, and their development happens at their own pace – and that's completely normal! ✨

Our paediatric OT, Chelsea, shared some things you can consider:

💡 If your child is taking longer to learn a new skill, (like using a spoon, coloring, or dressing), think about the why...

💬 Talk to their educators or teachers... they see your child in action every day! They might be able to offer valuable insights into areas they’re finding tricky.

🤍 Remember, you are the expert on your child. Trust your instincts! And if you feel they might benefit from extra support, we’re here to help! 🤗

We have an amazing team of therapists that can provide assessments and tailored strategies to help your little one thrive in their daily activities.

Find out more about what a Paeds OT can do for your little one! 👉🏼 https://loom.ly/BJUJaZA

Are you worried about your baby's gross motor milestones? Or just not sure on when they are “meant” to hit their milesto...
25/05/2026

Are you worried about your baby's gross motor milestones? Or just not sure on when they are “meant” to hit their milestones? What if your baby skipped right past one or is delayed moving onto the next skill?

The most important thing to remember is that every baby has their own unique developmental timeline and each baby needs a different amount of time in each phase of development 👶🏼🌟

The World Health Organisation (WHO) have collected data from around the world regarding the average time frames in which babies obtain these skills. This means that only 50% of infants will be able to do this milestone at the age listed and most will fall within the range:

🐣 Lifting head on tummy: ~2 months (range 1-3 months)
🐣 Rolling tummy to back: ~4 months (range 3-6.5 months)
🐣 Rolling back to tummy: ~5 months (range 4-7.5 months)
🐣 Sitting independently: ~5.9 months (range 3.8-9.2 months)
🐣 Crawling: ~8.3 months (range 5.2-13.5 months)
🐣 Standing: ~10 months (range 6.9-16.9 months)
🐣 Walking: ~12 months (range 8-18 months)

What’s important to remember is that these numbers are a guide! What they do show is that as the skills become more difficult, the length of time it takes a baby to learn them increases.

What can you do to help your baby’s development?:
✨ Tummy time - we recommend frequent but brief opportunities throughout the day starting from birth
✨ Research also shows that reading books to babies is linked to faster development across all areas (gross, fine, speech and social development)

❓ Do you have any concerns about your baby's development? It is important to remember that each baby is different and will develop at different rates and have their own unique developmental timeline, however it's okay to check-in with a health professional if you have any concerns 💙 Early intervention can make a big difference!

You do not need a referral to see a Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist who will be able to review your baby’s developmental milestones and advise further.

Find out more about what a Paeds Physio can do for your baby! 👉🏼 https://loom.ly/xQPAH3Y

🎉 We’re excited to be part of the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo 2026! 🎉Come visit our team at Charlestown Square...
25/05/2026

🎉 We’re excited to be part of the You’re Kidding Me Child & Family Expo 2026! 🎉

Come visit our team at Charlestown Square on:
📅 Tuesday 2 June
📅 Thursday 4 June
⏰ 9am–1pm

We’ll have a GROSS MOTOR OBSTACLE COURSE set up for the kids to enjoy 🤸‍♀️🏃‍♂️🎯

The expo is the largest child and family expo in the Hunter, bringing together local child and family services, daily entertainment, giveaways, and plenty of family fun!

📍 Charlestown Square – Centre Court, Level 1 outside Myer
🗓 Expo runs Monday 1 June – Friday 5 June

Make sure you stop by and say hi to our team 💙

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Suite 11, 99 Pacific Highway
Charlestown, NSW
2290

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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