Once you’ve hired Kaili, you will receive an intake form and pertinent questionnaires to complete. The sleep support requires you to complete a 5 day sleep log (just once, I promise).

Then, you will schedule your initial consultation which is completed over secure video (ie. through a secure PracticeBetter system) to discuss your current situation in detail, your current concerns regarding your child, as well as your goals for our work together.Kaili will discuss her analysis and recommendations and together you will make a plan for your family that takes into consideration your values and needs.Kaili will then provide you with a comprehensive write up of those recommendations, and strategies, which will give you a clear plan of action to follow.You will have the opportunity to be in regular contact with Kaili throughout your contracted support package. Kaili will provide support, advice, and accountability as you work towards putting the strategies in place and establishing new habits for your child and family.

Gently encouraging a baby to sleep better will take a different amount of time for every baby. Unlike more aggressive sleep training methods, I can’t promise you when it will get better. But I can promise you that it will get better. With these responsive, science-based strategies you’ll get more rest soon, and when you do, you’ll rest easy knowing you stayed true to your values the whole way.Remember: sleep training might seem faster and easier, but that doesn’t equal better results. Sleep training often has to be redone as babies grow, and it can cause a huge amount of stress for babies and families. These holistic, attachment-based methods set you up for real, lasting better sleep. You’ll build a foundation of connection that will pay off a thousand times throughout your baby’s childhood. Faster doesn’t mean better!

This is a tricky question.  Babies cry – that is how they communicate with us initially.  They cry because they are tired, hungry, uncomfortable, cold, wet, frustrated, and so many other reasons. So while I can’t promise there won’t ever be any crying, I will promise you that I’ll never tell you to leave your baby alone to cry, or tell you that ‘crying helps them figure it out’ or ‘teaches them to be independent’, not for a second. I can’t promise that you won’t cry though – that first night of real rest can definitely bring on tears of relief! 

Yes!  I will always be here for you if you need me. Once you purchase a package for virtual support, you will be a client of mine and you will unlock the ability to book me for 30/45/60 minute one-off sessions. My rates are $180/$145/$115 respectively.

Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Babies and Young Children:

1.Early Intervention: OT provides early intervention for infants and toddlers, helping identify and address developmental delays or concerns as soon as possible.

2.Improved Development: OT can enhance a child's physical, cognitive, sensory, and social development, enabling them to reach important developmental milestones.

3.Sensory Integration: Occupational therapists can help children with sensory processing differences learn to process and respond to sensory stimuli more effectively, improving their overall sensory integration.

4.Enhanced Motor Skills: OT focuses on developing fine and gross motor skills, improving coordination, balance, and motor planning, which are essential for daily activities.

5.Independence: OT empowers children to become more independent in activities of daily living, such as dressing, feeding, and self-care.

1.Potential Overwhelm: Young children may find therapy sessions overwhelming or frustrating, especially if they involve challenging activities.

2.Time Commitment: Parents or caregivers may need to commit time and effort to attend therapy sessions and engage in recommended activities at home.

3.Developmental Variation: Children develop at their own pace, and some variations in developmental milestones are normal. It's crucial to strike a balance between addressing concerns and allowing for natural development.

4.Cost and Access: The cost of therapy and access to qualified pediatric occupational therapists can vary, and some families may face challenges related to affordability and availability.

5.Parental Involvement: Effective therapy often involves parents and caregivers actively participating in the child's treatment plan, which may require additional time and effort.

If you live in Ontario, Canada and have 'occupational therapy' coverage through your extended health insurance, then my services will be covered partially or in full, depending on the details of your benefits package. For families living elsewhere around the world, I provide support internationally through my non-OT practice, as a family wellness consultant and pediatric sleep & reflux specialist - you can grab the details at www.kailiets.com