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Read daily POTS blog to stay informed, inspired and in-the know! Articles on parenting topics, special needs and tips and tricks for living with special kids are shared to provide you with the latest information to make great decisions.

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 bring information about...

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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 local schools than e...

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Feb 14, 2019
2 min

The Importance of Touch for Babies

Touch is Calming and Alerting: One of the first ways we relate to our babies is through touch. Certain types of touch calm our babies and other types of touc...

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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 massage is my favor...

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Jan 7, 2019
3 min

Managing Play-dates For the Sensory Challenged Child

For many children, play dates are a skill to be mastered. For children with sensory processing disorders or autism play-dates can be particularly challenging...

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Jan 6, 2019
2 min

Parents, Sleep Late this Sunday!

Most children, especially those with sensory processing disorders, benefit from a structured morning routine. Unfortunately, once a morning routine is establ...

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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 challenges. They need to get...

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Sep 16, 2018
2 min

The Morning Rush

12 STRATEGIES TO GET YOUR HYPER-SENSITIVE CHILD DRESSED IN THE MORNING Morning routines are rushed and stressful in many homes, but if your child is overly s...

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Sep 5, 2018
3 min

Hectic Holidays

Strategies for the Sensory Challenged Child and their Families Feasts, parties, family gatherings, and candy galore can only mean one thing. The holiday seas...

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Aug 31, 2018
2 min

Let’s Get Ready for School!

Beginning the new school year is an exciting, but challenging time, especially for preschoolers, first graders and children who are resistant to change becau...

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May 17, 2018
2 min

The Benefits of Gardening for Sensory Processing and Building Strength

A great way to capitalize on the nice weather, stimulate the senses, and strengthen the trunk and upper body is to spend time outside gardening. It is a wond...

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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 school visit prior to...

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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 and is delightful to ...

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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 Therapy Services (POTS). ...

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Dec 13, 2017
1 min

Holiday Party Survival Tip

Modified participation is better than opting out completely. If being in the midst of the celebratory chaos is too much for a child who is overwhelmed by sen...

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Dec 10, 2017
2 min

Invisible Disabilities: Advantage or Disadvantage?

Blogger Paddy-Jo Moran’s post Autism Myths and Misconceptions … Autism is Always Visible resonated with me on numerous levels. My waiting room is filled with...

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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 especially threaten...

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Nov 12, 2017
2 min

SCENTED TURKEYs : A Multi-sensory THANKSGIVING extravaganza in 4 easy steps!

Turn your Thanksgiving holiday preparations into a multi-sensory extravaganza for all of your children, especially those with sensory processing challenges a...

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Oct 8, 2017
2 min

Homework Hassle Help

PART 1: ORGANIZATION Homework can be a particularly challenging time of the day for you and your child. Your child is probably exhausted by the time he/she c...

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Jun 3, 2017
1 min

Summer Safety

In my 22 years as a lifeguard, most rescues I have made were of children within a few feet of a parent, or even holding their hand! So, before the swimming s...

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