My Wonderland

 Well, today was chaos… the good kind. The kind where you're sprinting between appointments like a travelling circus act, but somehow it all works out. And by the end of it, your heart is full, your kid thinks he’s a rockstar ( he is ), and you’re somehow still functioning despite running on absolutely no caffeine. But let me backtrack. Because before we talk about the magic of today’s new OT session, there’s a shadow that deserves its own spotlight first... On the way to Little Bodies, Kaedyn asked me a question about his old beloved OT. “Mum, why do you like Julian so much?” How do you explain a person who didn’t just do their job? They changed your life? Julian wasn’t just Kaedyn’s OT. He was part of our family. He still is! We all hold so much love for him, his wife, and his kids; they are every shade of warmth and brilliance. He showed up. Not just physically, but mentally, emotionally, practically. Kind. Grounded. Generous with his time, his memory, his spirit. ...

There was a time when therapy felt like war. Not the inspirational movie kind. The real kind. The one with screaming, resistance, heartbreak, and me standing in the hallway taking deep breaths as I fought back tears, telling myself this is good for him. Kaedyn has hated therapy more times than I can count. And honestly? I’ve tried to black out most of those sessions.... #PTSD But this year… something changed. Kaedyn started asking questions, and so we started having some pretty big conversations. The kind no parent really wants to have but knows they have to . The ones that pull no punches and leave your heart sore for days. “If you want to walk, buddy… you have to want it. You have to fight for it. You’re allowed to hate it—most people would. But five or ten years from now, you could be walking with a frame, or a stick, or maybe even unaided. That future? It’s yours to shape. We’ll help you, but we can’t do it for you.” I didn’t think it had sunk in. He’s 11. His world revolves ...

There’s a significant difference between what a sports physio does compared to what a paediatric physio provides and if you’ve ever stepped into our physio’s space, you’d know exactly why this is so important to our family. Our physio clinic looks more like a hybrid of a gym and a play space. There are cages designed so children can stand with the support of bungee cords, reformers, gym blocks, balance beams, bikes, walking frames, slides, climbing equipment, etc. The setup isn’t just impressive, it’s essential. This is where our funding goes! Every inch of the space is purpose-built to support children ranging from babies to young adults, each with their own unique physical challenges and goals. Beyond equipment, there are other massive costs: rent, insurance, wages, ongoing training, and the constant drive for innovation. Our physios are constantly evolving with the kids. And that’s not something you can replicate easily. I’ve never used other types of physios...