Naturally Kids Allied Health

20/08/2026

First up in our series celebrating OTs doing amazing things is HELD, created by Jess from The OT Room and Dani from Conscious Heart Awakening.

HELD is a six-session restorative experience for mothers and maternal caregivers raising children with neurodivergence, disability or developmental delays.

Through our work supporting children, we see the toll caring can take on mothers and maternal caregivers. We also see how little time and support is directed towards them as people, rather than only in their role as carers.

What a wonderful idea to create a space where mothers can find that support and build a community together.

Jess shared:

“HELD is something Dani and I are incredibly passionate about, and we’re so excited to finally be bringing it to life. Our hope is to create a space where mothers feel seen, supported and leave with a greater understanding of themselves, alongside practical tools they can take into everyday life.”

This is such a thoughtful example of recognising what a community needs, bringing different perspectives together and creating something new in response.

Congratulations to Jess and Dani on bringing HELD to life. We’re looking forward to seeing where it goes 💚

You spend so much time making sure everyone else is ok. But when was the last time someone asked...

How are YOU?

HELD wasn't created because mothers need more to do.

It was created because we believe mothers deserve a space where they can feel supported too.

If this resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.

🤍 Registrations are open

17/08/2026

Occupational therapists bring an amazing ability to be curious about what might best support the individual in front of them... or a group or even a whole community.

We are often able to connect ideas that might seem completely unrelated and turn them into incredible programs. Our team at Naturally Kids certainly does that every day, but so do many other OTs.

So, for the next little while, we are going to use our page to share some of the amazing work being done by other OTs, both here in Townsville and further afield.

I already have a few people and businesses in mind, but if you know an OT, or another allied health professional, whose work deserves some recognition, drop a comment below and we’ll see what we can do.

09/08/2026

Free play in nature is one of the best child health interventions. Which is why its a core part of what we do everyday 💚

Free play outdoors -- where children are up close and personal with nature -- is so incredibly valuable.

How amazing it is to know that you can help your child's physical, mental and emotional health simply by letting them play outside!

08/08/2026

We spend a lot of time talking to families about play, time outside, taking reasonable risks and giving kids opportunities to explore what their bodies can do.

We don't leave those ideas at work. We believe it for our own families too. 💚

No therapy equipment required. Just a fallen tree, a Saturday afternoon and the irresistible need to see how far out we could get.

24/07/2026

Happy Pyjama Day! ✨💙

We’re wearing our PJ’s to support foster kids with big dreams.

Our very own Jules, who is the voice on the phone when you ring, is a PJ angel and volunteers with the foundation every week.

Support us, to support them!

https://fundraise.thepyjamafoundation.com/join/naturallykidsalliedhealth

14/05/2026

There is so much happening here.

Grip strength.
Balance.
Shoulder stability.
Movement over natural obstacles.
Visual scanning.
Hand-eye coordination.

But also…

Joint attention.
Cooperation.
Turn taking.
Resilience.
Friendships.
Connection 🌿

You might see some of these skills on a worksheet, but you would miss the real-world integration and, most importantly, the joy.

This is the beauty of nature-based therapy. So many opportunities for growth woven into play, challenge and belonging.

24/04/2026

We will remember them.

This ANZAC Day, we pause to honour all the men, women and animals who have served, and those who continue to serve.

We are deeply grateful for their sacrifice in protecting our country and way of life. It is no small thing, and its impact is carried for a lifetime.

Lest we forget.

16/04/2026

A day in the life of a paediatric OT ☺️

16/04/2026

Day in the life as a paediatric OT

15/04/2026

Group therapy is fun.
It’s also loud, complex and full of demands.

If your child comes home overwhelmed, it doesn’t mean it didn’t work.

It often means it did.