When it comes to trying new things, it’s common to feel overwhelmed. This can also be true when introducing new foods into a child’s diet! In Occupational Therapy, it’s common for us to work on building tolerance to a variety of foods for picky eaters. When it comes to picky eaters, we often follow the …
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Sensory processing disorder, SPD, is a neurological condition that affects people of all ages. It’s now recognized as one of the most common chronic neurological disability in school-aged children. An estimated one out of 20 school-aged children have SPD, but the actual number may be much higher because it’s tough to diagnose. The symptoms can …
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It is that time of year where the weather is colder and snow is falling. With that in mind, it may be hard for your child to tolerate touching the snow or playing outside with all the winter gear on. Here are some ideas on things to do to help increase your child’s engagement and …
As many kids continue with virtual learning, parents may find that they are having an increasingly difficult time focusing on school work. Occupational therapists often use a strategy referred to as “heavy work” to help promote regulation, calming, and focus.
We all know that frequent handwashing is the best way for us to avoid getting sick. Germs that cause the cold or the flu spread quickly if you touch our eyes, nose, or mouth so it’s important to keep your hands clean. Below are the 5 steps for effective handwashing
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is commonly found in children at an early age and is not gender specific. However, studies have shown that ADHD is 2-3 times more likely to occur in boys than in girls. Since there is a difference in the amount of research and treatment that is specific to boys, the …
The majority of children will be able to tell their right and left consistently by age 7 or 8. But for a large amount of kids this concept never becomes second nature. Your child may experience difficulty in school and activities of daily living if they struggle with the idea of right left concepts.
Face masks are becoming more and more common, especially as restaurants, salons, and other public spaces start to open up. It can be uncomfortable at first to wear a mask, especially for those sensory sensitivities. Many sensory sensitivities are difficult to understand, and if you have sensory sensitivity, you’re probably no stranger to sensory overload. …
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“Messy play” is just what it sounds like, engaging with substances with a wide range of textures- slimy, slippery, gooey, gritty, and more! There are many benefits to starting age appropriate messy play with your child. Read more about it in our blog!
Many study and classroom routines have been disrupted, and students are having to adapt to learning in their home environments. This is a feat that can pose challenging to many. Here are some strategies to help maintain focus and productivity when going to school (or work) at home.
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