What's the difference between gross and fine motor skills, and how does physio help both? A plain-English guide for Melbourne parents. Read more and book.

Worried your child is too flexible? Learn the signs of hypermobility in children and how paediatric physio in Melbourne can help. Book online today. 

Our winter holiday group sessions for kids run across Melbourne this July. See the 3 NDIS-friendly programs and book online with First Step Therapy Services.

Keeping kids active this winter? Try 5 simple indoor activities, plus tips for children with disability.

DDH (developmental dysplasia of the hip) is more common than many parents realise. Learn the signs at every age and when to get a hip check — First Step Therapy Services, Melbourne.

Understanding NDIS consumables and low-cost assistive technology (AT) can help you make the most of your plan. From everyday supports like continence aids to simple mobility tools, this guide explains what you can claim and how to stretch your budget with confidence.

It is quite common to see toddlers occasionally walk on their tiptoes when they are first learning to navigate the world. However, if a child continues to walk on their toes beyond the age of three, it warrants a closer look. Persistent toe walking can lead to structural changes in the feet and legs if left unaddressed. 

When families think about support for their child on the autism spectrum, physiotherapy is not always the first thing that comes to mind. But for many autistic children, the physical side of development is just as important as speech, behaviour, or social skills and physiotherapy can make a meaningful difference. 

Every 26th of March, the world turns purple for Purple Day, a global day of awareness for epilepsy. At First Step Therapy Services, we support many children whose daily lives are touched by this condition. While epilepsy is primarily managed by neurologists and medication, the physical impact on a child's development is real  and physiotherapy plays an important role in addressing it.

March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time to celebrate the strength of children and families living with CP, and to highlight the therapies that make a real difference every day.