
Moving Young Lives with Care and Confidence
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Helping Little Ones Move, Play & Grow
Every child deserves to feel confident in their movement and enjoy the simple joys of play. I’m Simone Maher, a paediatric physiotherapist with over 15 years’ experience supporting babies and children to reach their milestones.
With a caring, family-focused approach, I bring both hospital expertise and hands-on community experience to help your child thrive at home, in the clinic, and beyond.
Physiotherapy Services.
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Motor Assessment.
I provide motor assessments for babies and young children where there may be concerns about their movement and physical development.
This can include:
I provide motor assessments for babies and young children where there may be concerns about their movement and physical development.
This can include:
• Babies who had a difficult start in life, such as time in a NICU or special care nursery
• Children with suspected or diagnosed conditions that may impact motor skills
• Babies or toddlers who are not meeting milestones (e.g., delayed sitting or walking)
• Children with frequent falls, poor balance, or difficulties with coordination
• Kids who find more complex movement skills (running, hopping, climbing, ball skills) especially challengingI use trusted, standardised assessments such as the General Movement Assessment, Hammersmith Infant Neurological Examination (HINE), and Alberta Infant Motor Scales, to give you clear, expert insight into your child’s motor skills.
Together, we’ll create a supportive plan to help your child thrive in their movement, play, and daily activities.
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Orthopaedic Assessment.
I offer gentle, thorough orthopaedic assessments for babies, children, and young people who may have concerns with their posture, movement, or bone and joint development.
This may include:
• Head turn preference or flat head
(plagiocephaly)
• Torticollis
• Foot conditions
(talipes, metatarsus adductus, curly toes, flat feet)
• Lower limb postural differences
(knock knees, bow legs, in-toeing, toe walking)
• Other postural or alignment concernsFor children over 5 years, I also provide assessment and therapy for:
• Acute sporting injuries
• Musculoskeletal concerns
• Rehabilitation and recovery following orthopaedic surgeryMy goal is to help your child move confidently, comfortably, and safely as they grow and explore the world around them.
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NDIS Therapy Services.
I support children on NDIS-funded programs through fun, family-focused therapy that fits into everyday life. Whether at home, at school, or out in the community, I work alongside you to help your child achieve their goals in a way that feels natural and enjoyable.
I also provide equipment prescription, fitting, and ongoing support for children who may benefit from assistive technology—helping them gain confidence, independence, and the best possible outcomes.
For an extra element of fun and progress, I can offer aquatic therapy blocks at your local pool—combining movement, play, and therapy in a supportive water environment.