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Discover effective strategies to transform sensory processing challenges during mealtimes into joyful and inclusive family experiences. Learn expert tips to create a calm environment, encourage exploration, and foster a positive relationship with food.
In this instalment of Impressive, Dr Kimberley O’Brien speaks to mum Naomi and her daughter Yasi about what it feels like to deal with separation anxiety.
Gain valuable insights into sensory processing issues in children with our comprehensive guide for parents. Understand sensory integration, sensory avoiding, and sensory seeking behaviours to support your child's unique needs.
Slow processing speed affects our ability to process information quickly and efficiently relating to how we learn, perform tasks and engage with others. Find out what slow processing speed looks like in children and how to help.
Specific learning disabilities are conditions that affect a person’s ability to read, write and count. Find out what specific learning disabilities look like in children.
When one parent is strict and the other tries to compensate, family issues can arise. Find out how to manage different parenting styles.
In this episode of the Impressive podcast, Dr Kimberley O’Brien discusses encopresis, or faecal soiling, with toilet training educator Monica Ferrie.
Dr Kimberley O’Brien speaks to Rose, the mother of a seven-year-old boy who has ADHD, about how she manages her son’s hyperactivity.
Find out whether your child's emotional and behavioural issues are due to overscheduling and what to do about it.
Cognitive abilities known as executive functions help us plan and achieve our goals. Find out what executive functioning issues look like in children.
Dr Kimberley O’Brien discusses why parents should encourage their children to take risks with Daisy Turnbull, author of 50 Risks to Take With Your Kids.
A child psychologist gives parents expert tips to prepare children for the return to school. After a much-needed break following a big year.
Dr Kimberley O’Brien talks to Jade, whose nine-year-old son Logan is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Get in touch with us now!
School holidays allow children to have some time out from their regular routine and recharge their batteries. These activities will keep young minds active.
While death isn’t always an easy topic to address, our expert tips will give you the confidence to discuss it openly with your children and soothe their fears.
Not sure whether your child is going through a phase or needs therapy? We spoke to an expert child psychologist about seven signs it's time to seek help.
Help children develop their curiosity, creativity, and scientific reasoning through awe-inspiring experiences.
You deserve a week of bonding and fun, so follow our expert tips to plan an experience your family won’t soon forget.
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