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- Sep 29, 2020
- 2 min
Choosing the right chair for Virtual School
On-line school can potentially wreak havoc with kids’ posture, as they sprawl on the couch or sit at a desk with their feet dangling. By...
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- Sep 22, 2020
- 3 min
7 kid-friendly ways to bring P.E. into your home
Many students are continuing with remote education this month, but what happens to gym class? Are schools dispensing with it, or are some...
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- Feb 3, 2020
- 3 min
Skills your child should master before heading to Summer Camp
While February may seem like a long way off from summer, it’s the perfect time to take stock of your children’s skill set especially if...
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- Feb 3, 2020
- 2 min
Cutting to Perfection
What is a proper scissors grasp? There are several key elements to achieving a correct scissors grasp. First, both hands should be in a...
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- Nov 8, 2019
- 7 min
GET THE MOST OUT OF PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES IN 3 EASY STEPS: Prepare, Engage, Follow-Up
Parent-teacher conferences are an ideal opportunity to exchange information and to engage with your child’s teacher. As a parent, you...
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- May 14, 2019
- 2 min
Reap the Benefits of OT in the Pool at POTS
Strengthening: Negotiating the water requires your child to use all of his/her muscles. Your child’s core, arms and legs, will become...
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- Feb 14, 2019
- 4 min
Demystifying IEP’s & 504 Plans
Thanks to revolutionary laws such as the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) more children with disabilities attend their...
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- Feb 14, 2019
- 2 min
Infant Massage
Awhile back, I took an infant massage course with certified infant massage (IM) instructor and physical therapist Esther Perl. Now infant...
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- Jan 4, 2019
- 3 min
3 Steps to Making your Child’s Morning Easier
Mornings are a particularly challenging time of day for children with sensory processing disorder, autism and executive function...
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- Jan 3, 2019
- 2 min
Managing School Days
How to Promote Calming Sensory modulation requires a child to adapt his or her state of arousal, alertness, and attention to meet the...
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- Nov 26, 2018
- 3 min
4 Steps to Coloring Success
Coloring in the lines is an excellent activity for developing pencil control, and contrary to popular opinion it does not stifle...
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- Oct 10, 2018
- 2 min
Fidget Fun
Everyone seeks sensory input throughout the day to remain alert and attentive. As adults, we allow ourselves many opportunities to...
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- Oct 10, 2018
- 2 min
DRESS-UP FOR SUCCESS:
Halloween Hints for Children who are Hypersensitive to Touch
Although Halloween is an exciting time of year and many children are eager to dress up as a favorite character or personality, for...
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- Sep 6, 2018
- 2 min
Getting Ready to Write
Pre-schoolers can often identify their letters and attempt to form them with manipulatives such as sticks before their small hands are...
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- Aug 27, 2018
- 2 min
Handwriting Still Counts
In the era of ever-advancing technology and computers, it may seem as though handwriting can take a back seat. On the contrary, computer...
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- May 17, 2018
- 2 min
School and Camp Visits & Consultations
School Visits If your child is having difficulty in school – with circle time, attention, behavior, playing the daily routine, etc. – a...
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- Dec 20, 2017
- 1 min
How To Make A Delicious Tree & Build Fine Motor Skills
I am sure that many of your homes have a beautifully decorated Christmas tree sitting in your living room. While it sets a festive mood...
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- Dec 17, 2017
- 2 min
Make Your Own (Pint-Sized) Christmas Tree
This adorable craft project caught my eye while I searched for holiday projects to make with the children at Pediatric Occupational...
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- Dec 4, 2017
- 1 min
Peeling Potatoes for Two-Handed Fun
Peeling potatoes to add to any dish is an excellent activity to work on bimanual coordination, using the two hands together skillfully....
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- Nov 15, 2017
- 2 min
9 Tips for Surviving and Thriving at Holiday Parties
The Challenge Parties and other unfamiliar or crowded venues, such as the mall, movies, amusement parks, and live performances, are often...
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