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- May 3
- 1 min
3 Fine Motor Activities with Pennies
There are over 30 muscles within the hand that need to be strong and well coordinated to support fine motor skills such as controlling a...
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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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- 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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- 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
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...
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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 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...
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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...
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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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- 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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 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...
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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...
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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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