What is child development, and how can I support it?

Child development is the journey of growth and learning that every child experiences as they develop key skills like motor abilities, language, emotional regulation, and social interaction. These milestones are crucial for shaping a child's ability to engage with the world and lay the foundation for lifelong success. As a parent or professional, you play a vital role in supporting your child's development. I've developed tools and content like toy guides, activity books, and connection activities to encourage age-appropriate play, strengthen essential skills, and create opportunities for bonding. I offer a range of both free and paid resources designed to support your child's growth and development. To access free content, join our email community, or follow me on TikTok, Facebook, or Instagram for inspiration, activities, and developmental insights.

What types of resources do you offer?

I offer a carefully curated range of resources including toy guides and printable activity books, each thoughtfully tailored to specific developmental needs such as gross motor, fine motor, or communication skills. These resources are available in both free and paid formats. To access free content, join my email community or follow me on TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram for daily inspiration and developmental insights.

What age groups are your resources for?

I have resources to suit children aged 0 to 12 years. My free toy and milestones guide is perfect for parents of children aged 6 months through to 6 years. My toy guides are tailored specifically for 2, 3, and 4-year-olds, helping parents and professionals select toys that align with key milestones. My activity book caters to children aged 2 to 4 years, offering creative activities to promote fine motor development, problem-solving, and creativity.

How do your resources help children develop essential skills?

My resources are designed to nurture essential developmental skills through play and connection, encouraging growth in areas like fine motor, gross motor, social-emotional development, emotional regulation, sensory regulation, and play skills. Everything I offer, including toy guides, activity books, and online content, is rooted in my experience as an occupational therapist.

How do I access your downloadable resources?

Once you select a paid resource, you complete checkout on the website and receive an email with a secure link to download it directly. For free downloadable resources, you can join the email community to receive exclusive access, with download links sent straight to your inbox.

What makes your resources unique compared to others?

My resources are designed with a deep understanding of child development, rooted in my experience as an occupational therapist. My toy guides are broken down into specific skill areas like gross motor, fine motor, and communication, and my activity books focus on building essential skills such as problem-solving and sensory regulation. I blend evidence-based practices with practical strategies to make development easier to support while deepening connection.

Where can I find more tips or advice on child development?

You can find child development tips through my email community, TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, where I regularly share practical strategies, developmental milestones, and play-based activities for children aged 0 to 12 years. My blog also features in-depth articles and fresh ideas, and for further trusted information I recommend the Raising Children Network.

How do I know if my child is meeting developmental milestones?

Every child develops at their own unique pace, but there are typical milestones that serve as helpful benchmarks. You can head to the free resources page and download the milestones guide to check typical milestones for your child's age. If you have any concerns about your child's development, I always recommend booking in with a professional such as your GP, child health nurse, occupational therapist, or speech pathologist.

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THE KIDERA TRAVEL PLAY KIT · PRE-SALE OPEN

Long flights, long waits, and little people who need something to do.

The Kidera Travel Play Kit is a grab-and-go activity kit for kids 3 to 6, designed by a paediatric occupational therapist. Flights, road trips, cafes, waiting rooms.

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Brittany, founder of Kidera and paediatric occupational therapist

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"I've spent three years telling you which toys are worth your money. Then I noticed I was the one solving it live at every family event, digging through my bag for something to keep a small person going. I couldn't find a kit I was happy to recommend, so I made one."

Brittany, founder of Kidera

AHPRA registered occupational therapist, Perth WA. She reviews toys honestly, including the times a $12 Kmart find is the better buy.

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