In this episode Frank is talking to Jess Kennedy from My OT and Me. Jess is a multi-award winning Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist whose research has been published in the Huffington Post & the Journal of Occupational Science. She has worked in a range of Paediatric clinics in both Ireland & Australia. Innovative and creative intervention is at the core of Jess's practice, ensuring that parents feel supported & children reach their potential.

Jess also provides online training to schools across Ireland and the UK where teachers and SNA's learn strategies that they can use in the classroom environment.

It this episode Frank and Jess delve into the world of Occupational Therapy and discuss how OT can help children with sensory processing issues, meltdowns and behaviour issues, the importance of messy play and pretend play and so much more. Jess also explains how her new online platform Gabadoo works and how it can help parents. OT has so many benefits for all children and I'm sure most parents will have something to take away from this episode.

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You can find more information about Jess and all the services she provides including her new online platform Gabadoo at My OT & Me | Occupational Therapy | Sensory, Social & Motor Skills (myotandme.com) and Gabadoo - Individualised Support from Developmental Experts and on Instagram.

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In this’s episode Frank is talking to Erica Hargaden, who is a Certified Child Sleep Consultant WITH Babogue Sleep Solutions and a mum of 3. Erica’s passion is to help parents understand their children’s sleep and empower them to create settled sleep in their homes. Erica explains how she really struggled with her first child's sleep and that this is why she is now a sleep consultant. During the conversation Frank and Erica discuss the importance of good sleep, for everyone in the home. They chat about naps, the overtired baby, sleep clocks and so much more.

Every child will have ups and downs when it comes to sleep so this episode has something for every parent.

You can find more information about Erica at Babogue Sleep Solutions or on Instagram @babogue_sleep

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When you are told that your new born baby has Down syndrome it is quite natural to experience a number of emotions at any given time, particularly during the first few weeks and months. For some parents it is one of shock as they have had no advance warning, for some it is disappointment that they were not handed the baby they anticipated and for others it’s a worry of what lies ahead. All these emotions are very common, however in time, parents come to realise that they have a tiny baby that requires the same love and attention as any other baby who has his/her own special little personality that will develop and inspire you over the years.

Once parents have had time to enjoy their new baby and are ready to look for a little more support or meet other mums and dads for a coffee and to share experiences, then The Down Syndrome Centre Cork is there to help you.

The Down Syndrome Centre on Forge Hill in Cork City was established in 2014 by a group of parents who could not find support or services for their children. Eight years later the centre provides vital intervention services to young children with Down syndrome and their families.

The centre has a wonderful home-from-home atmosphere where families feel relaxed, and the children can thrive. It is so important to have a welcoming community where families can share their experiences and support each other.

Show your support and follow @downsyndromecentrecork on Instagram and Facebook and if you can, get involved with their fundraising.

#downsyndrome #downsyndromeawareness

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