Little Lighthouse Therapy

20/10/2026

Have we made play another thing parents feel they need to get right? 👀

I think one thing we sometimes forget when talking about parenting strategies is the parent themselves. 💛

Their capacity. Their energy. The demands they’re juggling throughout the day.

And I think it’s important that, as therapists, we’re mindful of that too.

Because even the most wonderful advice can start to feel like another expectation when you’re already giving so much of yourself.

At Little Lighthouse Therapy, we want the support we offer families to feel realistic for everyday life. Not like another thing to add to an already full plate.

So we’ve put together a little FREE resource with practical phrases you can borrow for those moments when your child wants your attention, but you need a moment too.

Because supporting our children should also involve supporting the people caring for them. 🫶

Comment PLAY and we’ll send it your way!

19/10/2026

🧸PLAY

Here’s something we value in our therapy sessions at Little Lighthouse Therapy. 💛

Sometimes, we intentionally make space for children to explore, imagine and enjoy their own play without us directing every moment.

And there’s a reason for that!

Play gives us opportunities to understand children beyond the skills we’re supporting.

We get to notice what makes them laugh, what captures their interest, how they express themselves and how they invite others into their world.

It’s a beautiful part of building trust, connection and relationships.

And when we think about our school-aged kiddos, so much of their day already involves navigating routines, expectations and social demands.

Even lunchtime play can look very different to the freedom they might experience at home.

Creating space for unhurried, self-directed play matters.

Because sometimes, when we stop thinking about what we need to teach our children, we get to discover a little more about who they are. 💛

Send this to a parent who might need a little reminder to enjoy the play, too!

15/10/2026

One of our favourite things as a team is hearing parents share all the little things that make their child, THEM.

Their latest interests, what makes them light up, the strengths they’re proud of and the little moments others might miss.

We love getting to know children through the eyes of the people who know them best. 🤍

Send this to a parent who deserves a little recognition today!

14/10/2026

Swipe to see some of today’s behind the scenes at LLT! A little peek into the fun, learning and everyday moments that make up our days at the clinic 🧠✏️🌸

13/10/2026

💭🤔 So, what could these five things actually look like at home?

1. Give them time to decompress.

Before jumping straight into afternoon demands, think about what your child might need after a big day.

This could look like quiet play, time outside, a snack or simply connecting without asking too many questions.

2. Think movement.

Jumping, pushing, pulling or deep pressure activities can be helpful, depending on what your child enjoys and finds regulating.

Think obstacle courses, pushing a laundry basket or jumping on a trampoline. It doesn’t need to be complicated!

3. Make afternoons more predictable.

Visual routines or timers can help reduce the mental load of figuring out what’s coming next.

Even a simple rhythm like snack → play → shower → dinner might help. Involve your child in creating the routine where possible!

4. Get curious about body cues.

Instead of always asking, “How are you feeling?”, try modelling what you notice in your own body.

“My shoulders feel tight. I think I need a stretch!”

Pictures, body maps or simple choices can also help children explore what they’re noticing without needing to find the right words.

5. Start with just one or two strategies.

You don’t need to try everything at once!

Choose one or two ideas, notice what’s helping, what’s not, and adjust from there.

And remember, what works one afternoon might not work the next. That’s useful information too!

One thing we’d love families to remember:

The goal isn’t to prevent every big emotion. It’s to understand what might be contributing and how we can support our children through it.

Whether it’s masking, fatigue, sensory demands or something else, we want to stay curious rather than assume.

Every child is different, and that’s why the strategies we choose should be too.

Save this for those tricky afternoons!

Have you tried any of these before? We’d love to hear what’s helped (or what hasn’t!) in the comments.

13/10/2026

Before jumping into emotional regulation strategies, here are a few things we’re curious about as OTs 👇

✨ What’s happening before, during and after?
✨ What might the child be experiencing?
✨ How are instructions given and followed through?
✨ What support are the adults providing?
✨ Does this look different across environments?

Understanding takes time, and these questions help us explore what support might actually make sense for each child.

Save this for the next time you’re wondering why a strategy isn’t working!

09/10/2026

A little win from our week! 🤍

We officially kicked off our first Prep group, and our little learners did so well!

After our initial meet and greet, we took time to reflect on what we’d learnt about each child and how we could best support them.

From setting up the environment to providing reassurance, connection and opportunities to participate in their own way.

And seeing it all come together this week was such a win for our little learners AND our team!

A reminder that progress isn’t just about what children can do, but also the support we put around them to help them feel confident and capable.

Now it’s your turn!

What’s one little win you’re celebrating this week?

Share it below so we can celebrate with you!🤍

08/10/2026

A few favourites from our Little Lighthouse team:

💙 Imaginative play – Creating stories, following your child’s lead and exploring everyday experiences together.

🤸 Big body play – Safe crashing, jumping and body squishes for movement, connection and co-regulation.

🏃 Obstacle courses – Building, climbing and problem-solving with whatever you’ve got at home.

🎲 Board games – Practising turn-taking, flexible thinking and navigating challenges together.

🌈 Sensory swings – A team favourite for movement and sensory input, but you don’t need fancy equipment to enjoy movement-based play!

Our biggest recommendation?

🚨Keep play simple and make it meaningful.🚨

Save this for your next play day!

07/10/2026

Funny how you can look back and see things so differently.

There were definitely seasons where I didn’t know what the next step was going to look like, but I’m so grateful I took it anyway.

I can see God’s hand through so much of the Little Lighthouse story — the doors He opened, the people He brought alongside us and even the seasons that stretched me.

There’s still so much I’d love to build and grow, but I’m really grateful for what He’s already entrusted us with.

Still learning, still growing, and trusting 🤍

06/10/2026