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Infant & Toddler Development Support
Therapy for Babies & Toddlers
From the early weeks with a premature baby to the busy milestones of toddlerhood, we support babies, toddlers and their families with gentle, play-based therapy.
Supporting Early Development
We support babies born early (before 37 weeks) or on time, and toddlers up to around three years of age. Every session is shaped around your child's age, stage and sensory needs, and around your family's goals.
We focus on sensory regulation, movement, early hand skills and play, using strategies grounded in Ayres Sensory Integration® and neurodevelopmental practice. Play is how little ones learn, so it is at the heart of what we do.
When are babies considered premature?
Understanding gestational age is a vital first step in providing the right care and milestones support for your little one's early development.
Late Preterm
Babies born between 34 and 36 completed weeks of pregnancy. This is the most common category of prematurity.
Very Preterm
Babies born between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy. These little ones often need more specialised support in the NICU.
Extremely Preterm
Babies born before 28 weeks of pregnancy. They are the most fragile and require expert multidisciplinary therapeutic care.
Specialised support is available for both premature babies and toddlers. Whatever your child's age, we're here to help them build new skills and reach their next milestones through individualised, play-based therapy.
The Early Child Years
The first three years are a time of rapid brain development. They lay the foundations for sensory processing, movement and connection, which is why support at this stage can make a meaningful difference. Learn more about our Early Intervention approach.
Degrees of Developmental Care
We support babies coming home from the NICU and toddlers discovering how their bodies move. Each child's therapy is tailored to their birth history and current stage of development.
Nurturing Early Milestones
Seeing your child grow is a journey filled with milestones. By understanding their specific motor and sensory needs, we help them flourish through patience and expert therapeutic guidance.
How We Help
Early Developmental Reviews
Comprehensive assessments of your child's physical and sensory progress, whether transitioning from NICU or navigating early toddlerhood.
Play-Based Motor Therapy
Creative strategies for improving coordination, balance, and fine motor control through natural play interactions.
Sensory & Regulation Support
Gentle techniques to help your baby or toddler process their environment in a more organised and calm way.
Parent Coaching & Empowerment
Giving you the confidence to support your child’s development through everyday activities and play interactions.
Things Parents Often Notice in Babies & Toddlers
Every baby develops at their own pace. Sometimes parents notice little things that leave them wondering whether their child might benefit from extra support.
A Note on Prematurity
For babies born prematurely, development may follow a different timeline, often considered using their corrected age. Understanding your child's individual journey can help you feel more confident about when to seek support.
Sensory Experiences & Routines
- Why does my baby cry so much or seem difficult to settle?
- Why does my baby become overwhelmed by noise, touch or busy environments?
- Why does my child struggle with bath time, getting dressed or hair washing?
- Why is my toddler so selective with food or uncomfortable with textures?
Movement, Play & Physical
- Why isn't my baby rolling, sitting, crawling or walking yet?
- Why does my baby seem unusually stiff, floppy or favour one side?
- Why does my toddler fall frequently or avoid climbing activities?
- Why does my child struggle to grasp toys or explore through play?
Communication & Early Learning
- Why isn't my baby babbling or responding when I talk to them?
- Why isn't my toddler saying words or putting them together?
- Why does my child struggle to understand simple instructions?
- Why does my child seem less interested in interactive play?
Noticing a difference doesn't always mean something is wrong. A chat with our team can help you understand what your child might need next.
Early Years Services
Comprehensive therapeutic support tailored for infants and toddlers, helping them achieve their developmental milestones through expert clinical care and nurturing play-based learning.
Developmental Assessment
Multidisciplinary assessments covering OT, Physio, and Speech therapy to baseline your child's milestones.
Early Screenings
Brief developmental checks to ensure your little one is meeting their age-appropriate milestones.
Occupational Therapy
Specialised support for sensory regulation, fine motor development and daily living skills through play.
Physiotherapy
Enhancing physical strength, gross motor skills, and mobility milestones for babies and toddlers.
Speech Therapy
Supporting early communication, language development, and feeding needs for little explorers.
Toddler Growth Milestones
Physical & Motor Skills
Toddlers begin mastering balance through walking, climbing, and fine motor movements like grasping tools and building structures.
Sensory Integration
Exploring new textures and sounds helps toddlers organise sensory information, supporting emotional regulation and awareness of the world around them.
Social & Emotional Play
Transitioning from parallel to cooperative play, toddlers learn the foundations of communication, imitation, and relational engagement.
When to Seek Support
Delayed motor milestones like late walking or climbing
Big feelings that are hard to settle, or frequent difficulty with transitions
Sensitivity to sensory textures, loud sounds, or clothing
A very limited range of foods, or strong reactions to textures
Challenges with play skills and social interactions
Support their growing journey
Whether you're navigating the early weeks with a premature baby or wondering about your toddler's milestones, we're here to help. Get in touch with our team to talk through your next step.