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Your child needs to learn a new task.
Now what?

Play Pulse compares the skills required for a task to the skills your child has today. 

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How it works

Three steps from quiz to plan.

Play Pulse maps the skill and finds the gap. We build the plan.

01

Take the Play Pulse

Five quick questions about how your child plays. Play Pulse scores your child across all four skills instantly. Free, about 2 minutes.

02

Meet our team

A 1:1 consult with Dr. Esther or one of our child development experts — we walk you through your child's score and what it means.

03

Start your child's play plan

Short, guided games our team sets up for your child, with progress you can follow.

Your child's
Support Score.

Play Pulse shows how much of a task your child can handle right now — broken down across all four skills. This child is showing some of what "Fix the pencil grip" calls for at the Preschooler stage, with a few areas still catching up. It's not pass or fail. It's a clear picture of where to focus — and where our team picks up.

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SUPPORT SCORE
66%
NEEDS PRACTICE

LOWER SCORE = LESS SUPPORT NEEDED

SENSORY
ON TRACK
MOTOR
NEEDS WORK
COGNITION
NEEDS WORK
ENGAGEMENT
ON TRACK
Dr. Esther — Pediatrician & Founder
Real specialist, not a sales call

“In Dehradun (India) a little boy with Autism waited at my office door each morning until I looked up—then came the biggest smile.
That little ritual taught me that progress starts with connection and play.”

Dr. Esther — Pediatrician & Founder

The toys behind the plan

Every Play Kit and Toy Capsule is chosen by an occupational therapist to build one specific skill.

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"He finally sat at the dinner table for more than 3 minutes!"

G’s dad

"He buttoned his shirt without the 'Mom! Help!' call"

K’s mom

"She wrote her name on a line - I sent a pic to EVERYONE!"

M’s mom

"Made eye contact while talking to grandma on a video call :)"

F’s dad

"He put on his shoes on the correct feet - proudest mom moment of the month!"

S’s mom

"He went from hating to hold a pencil to constantly asking for worksheets!"

A’s dad

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  • Play First, Pencil Second: Preparing Little Hands for Homework

    Play First, Pencil Second: Preparing Little Hands for Homework

    The homework battle begins. Your child picks up their pencil, and there it is again. The awkward grip. The tightly clenched fingers. The pencil pressing so hard it nearly tears through the paper. You've tried correcting it. You've shown them how to hold it. You've probably heard a few different opinions about what a proper pencil grip should look like. And now, every time homework starts, you're watching their fingers instead of helping them enjoy the task. Sound familiar? If you've ever wondered whether your child's pencil grip is actually a problem, what you should be doing about it, or whether you're making things worse by constantly reminding them to change it, you're not alone. Here's something worth trying: Instead of starting homework by correcting the pencil grip, start by getting those little hands ready for the job.

    Play First, Pencil Second: Preparing Little Hands for Homework

    The homework battle begins. Your child picks up their pencil, and there it is again. The awkward grip. The tightly clenched fingers. The pencil pressing so hard it nearly tears through the paper. You've tried correcting it. You've shown them how to hold it. You've probably heard a few different opinions about what a proper pencil grip should look like. And now, every time homework starts, you're watching their fingers instead of helping them enjoy the task. Sound familiar? If you've ever wondered whether your child's pencil grip is actually a problem, what you should be doing about it, or whether you're making things worse by constantly reminding them to change it, you're not alone. Here's something worth trying: Instead of starting homework by correcting the pencil grip, start by getting those little hands ready for the job.

  • Your Child’s Play Plan: Personalised, Purposeful and Made for Real Life

    Your Child’s Play Plan: Personalised, Purposeful and Made for Real Life

    Have you ever gone to bed wondering whether you're doing enough for your child? You've noticed they're struggling with something. Maybe it's holding a pencil, using scissors, getting dressed independently or keeping up with everyday tasks that seem to come more easily to other children. So, naturally, you start looking for answers. If you’ve ever searched for ways to help your child develop a particular skill, you’ll know how quickly the information piles up. One article recommends puzzles. Another suggests playdough. Someone else says you should be practising cutting, drawing, balancing or building blocks. And suddenly, you have a list of twenty activities, a cupboard full of supplies and one big question: “But what should I actually be doing with my child?” You want to help. You want to make the most of the time you spend together. You want to feel confident that the activities you choose are making a difference. But when every child is different, a generic list of activities can leave you feeling more overwhelmed than supported. What if your child had a play programme designed around them - their strengths, their challenges, their goals and your family’s everyday life? That’s where purposeful, personalised play comes in. Every child has their own starting point Children develop skills in different ways and at different rates. Two children might struggle with the same activity for entirely different reasons. Take something as simple as colouring inside the lines. One child might find it difficult to control their pencil movements. Another might struggle to coordinate what their eyes see with how their hand moves. A third might understand the task but lose interest before finishing. The activity looks the same. The child’s experience of it may be very different. And that matters. When we focus only on the activity, we risk overlooking what the child actually needs help with. A more purposeful approach begins by understanding your child: what they can already do, where they need support and what skill they are working towards. Because your child is unique. Their play programme should be, too.

    Your Child’s Play Plan: Personalised, Purposeful and Made for Real Life

    Have you ever gone to bed wondering whether you're doing enough for your child? You've noticed they're struggling with something. Maybe it's holding a pencil, using scissors, getting dressed independently or keeping up with everyday tasks that seem to come more easily to other children. So, naturally, you start looking for answers. If you’ve ever searched for ways to help your child develop a particular skill, you’ll know how quickly the information piles up. One article recommends puzzles. Another suggests playdough. Someone else says you should be practising cutting, drawing, balancing or building blocks. And suddenly, you have a list of twenty activities, a cupboard full of supplies and one big question: “But what should I actually be doing with my child?” You want to help. You want to make the most of the time you spend together. You want to feel confident that the activities you choose are making a difference. But when every child is different, a generic list of activities can leave you feeling more overwhelmed than supported. What if your child had a play programme designed around them - their strengths, their challenges, their goals and your family’s everyday life? That’s where purposeful, personalised play comes in. Every child has their own starting point Children develop skills in different ways and at different rates. Two children might struggle with the same activity for entirely different reasons. Take something as simple as colouring inside the lines. One child might find it difficult to control their pencil movements. Another might struggle to coordinate what their eyes see with how their hand moves. A third might understand the task but lose interest before finishing. The activity looks the same. The child’s experience of it may be very different. And that matters. When we focus only on the activity, we risk overlooking what the child actually needs help with. A more purposeful approach begins by understanding your child: what they can already do, where they need support and what skill they are working towards. Because your child is unique. Their play programme should be, too.

  • Big Skills, Little Moments: Bringing Therapy Goals into Family Life

    Big Skills, Little Moments: Bringing Therapy Goals into Family Life

    When your child has had occupational therapy but still struggles at home, it doesn't mean therapy has failed. It may mean there's a gap between the clinic and the kitchen table. “She had six months of OT. Her grip is the same.” You look at the pencil in your child's hand. You remember the appointments, the activities, the time, the money and the hope that things would eventually become easier. Yet homework is still a battle. Writing takes forever. Your child gets frustrated, and you find yourself wondering whether all that therapy made a difference. Perhaps you've even caught yourself thinking, What am I missing? Should I be doing more? First, take a breath. You haven't failed your child. And the fact that they're still struggling doesn't automatically mean their therapy hasn't helped. Sometimes, the missing piece isn't more therapy. It's finding a way for the skills your child practises in the clinic to become part of everyday life. Let's explore why this happens and how your whole family can help bridge that gap through simple, playful activities at home.

    Big Skills, Little Moments: Bringing Therapy Goals into Family Life

    When your child has had occupational therapy but still struggles at home, it doesn't mean therapy has failed. It may mean there's a gap between the clinic and the kitchen table. “She had six months of OT. Her grip is the same.” You look at the pencil in your child's hand. You remember the appointments, the activities, the time, the money and the hope that things would eventually become easier. Yet homework is still a battle. Writing takes forever. Your child gets frustrated, and you find yourself wondering whether all that therapy made a difference. Perhaps you've even caught yourself thinking, What am I missing? Should I be doing more? First, take a breath. You haven't failed your child. And the fact that they're still struggling doesn't automatically mean their therapy hasn't helped. Sometimes, the missing piece isn't more therapy. It's finding a way for the skills your child practises in the clinic to become part of everyday life. Let's explore why this happens and how your whole family can help bridge that gap through simple, playful activities at home.

Questions parents ask

Is this just a toy store?

No — a play-based development system built by occupational therapists. Toys support a plan; the plan starts with the Play Pulse and a specialist.

What is the Play Pulse and the Support Score?

The Play Pulse is a short quiz about how your child plays, moves, and communicates. The Support Score helps identify areas your child needs support with.

What happens in a Play Consult?

A child development specialist discusses your child's play skills, understands your concerns, and helps you identify suitable activities and next steps.

Is this medical or therapy advice?

The Play Hub provides developmental play guidance and educational resources. It does not replace medical diagnosis, treatment, or individualized clinical advice.

Do I have to buy anything after the consult?

Please review the consultation and product terms to understand any optional or required purchases.