Following directions can be difficult for young children. When children are toddlers and preschoolers, they start to explore their independence and test boundaries. They don’t
Organizational skills can be a challenge to master for many young children. While children are still quite young, certain daily strategies can help them learn
Potty training a child is difficult under any circumstances. You will need to consider your child’s abilities and delays before you can begin potty training.
Social skills for kids start developing from the time we are born through interacting with our parents. However, as our lives become more complex, so
Picking the best toys for kids can be overwhelming, with so many choices out there. As an occupational therapist specializing in early childhood development, I
You should never be afraid to ask your therapist about what is on your mind. Working 14 years as an occupational therapist, I have realized
Sensory overload during the holidays can occur quickly. The holidays are exciting for children. However, they can often mean new people, places, and foods. All
Creating an environment for sensory friendly trick or treating doesn’t have to be so “tricky”. For most of us, Halloween means dressing up, trick or
Helping your child focus is no easy task. Kids are doing a lot of multitasking these days, and constant distractions compete for their attention. With
Getting messy is a wonderful sensory play experience for young children, and I recommend it. However, sensory integration is more complicated than just getting your
Pediatric Occupational Therapists are typically not a consideration by parents for their children. However, occupational therapists (OT) can be very helpful for a child if
Before heading back to school, follow these tips to help ensure your kids have a safe, happy, and productive year! 1. Make the First Day
Is your child up late tossing and turning before the first day of school? Don’t worry. It won’t be that bad! Just tell your child
Children may be thrilled by the end of the school year, but summer break can be stressful for parents. While all children do better with
Sensory play for toddlers can be fun and yet provide benefits to your child’s development. Hot weather and the slower summertime pace provide excellent opportunities
To help kids of all ages find their way into practicing mindfulness, it can be helpful to give them an easy definition they can understand
Being a special needs caregiver is one of the most selfless roles. As a parent, carrying out this role can be both a satisfying and
Benefits packages need to address the challenges can be monumental for working parents of a child with disabilities. Many employers are providing their employees with
The transition from school to summer might sound blissful after a packed school year, especially if your child struggles with academics or doesn’t enjoy the
Taking your child to his regular checkup ensures they are on track with their early developmental milestones. Some physicians have training in various areas of
Kids gardening and being outside in the fresh air have fantastic health benefits. We have also heard that planting flowers can be therapeutic. But did
You as parents can be one of the key ingredients to maximizing your therapist’s efficiency in occupational therapy. You spend the most amount of time
What is Toe Walking? Toe walking means that a child walks on his tiptoes or doesn’t contact the ground with his heel first when taking
One of the biggest challenges for many families is dealing with meltdown behavior. “What calming methods have you found successful?” is often a common question.
Does your child hold it together for most of the school day and then have a meltdown at home? As a pediatric therapist, I often
Aching backs and shoulders? Tingling arms? Weakened muscles? Stooped posture? Does your child have these symptoms after wearing a heavy school backpack? Carrying too much