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Feb 21
3 min

POTS Occupational Therapists’ Recommendations: 12 Toys for a Snowy Day

Chaye's Picks Tricky Fingers (ages 4+): Sit by the fire and cozy up! Poke your fingers through the holes to move the marbles and copy...

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Jan 3
1 min

Does Your Child Resist Wearing Winter Clothing? Tips and Tricks to Make Layering Clothing Feel Less Icky

The Layer Dilemma: A Scientific Perspective on Sensory Sensitivities Many children refuse to wear long pants, long sleeves, socks, and...

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Oct 27, 2023
2 min

11 Sensory-Friendly Tips and Tricks for Halloween

Halloween is an exciting time for costumes, candies, and spooky fun, but for those children who are sensory-defensive or over-responsive...

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Sep 28, 2023
3 min

The Best Seating for Toddlers at the Big Kids Table

While toddler play should generally take place on the floor for family, mealtime games, and arts and crafts activities, everyone,...

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Sep 19, 2023
2 min

Backpack Awareness Day: Your Guide to Backpack Safety

In a world where we're constantly on the move, backpacks have become an essential accessory for people of all ages. Whether you're a...

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Aug 2, 2023
3 min

10 Body Sock Activities to Improve Body Awareness and Sensory Processing

Does your child constantly touch their friends, bump into things, or knock items off tables inadvertently? Your child may be struggling...

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Jun 3, 2023
3 min

World Bicycle Day: Get Your Kids Bike Savvy with POTS

Bike riding is great exercise and an excellent way to bond with friends, but for many of our children, learning to ride a bike can be...

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May 20, 2023
1 min

Ditch the Pacifier and Sippy Cup!

Ditch the pacifier and sippy cup! Use straw cups, teethers, and transition objects instead. Introduce your child to a straw cup or a 360...

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May 18, 2023
1 min

How Reading Promotes Children’s Language Skills and a Love for Books

Reading is a great way to expose your child to language, engage in joint attention and build a love of books! Make sure to read with...

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May 12, 2023
2 min

5 Helpful Tips for Toddler Speech Development

To celebrate National Speech Therapy Month, we're sharing 5 fun ways to promote your child’s speech development. 1. Use lots of sound...

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Apr 11, 2023
1 min

A Poem for Autism Awareness Month by POTS

Through this empowering poem, POTS encourages everyone to embrace diversity and celebrate inclusivity during Autism Awareness Month.

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Apr 6, 2023
2 min

Managing Mornings for Parents and Teachers: 10 Strategies to Promote Self-Regulation and Calming

Self-regulation is a critical skill that enables children to adapt their arousal, alertness, and attention to meet the demands of...

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Mar 2, 2023
2 min

Sensory-Smart Purim: Strategies for Children with Tactile Defensiveness

Purim is a joyous and festive holiday celebrated by Jewish communities all around the world. A central part of this holiday is dressing...

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Jan 5, 2023
1 min

5 Exercises to Increase Core Strength to Support Daily Activities

Core strength is essential for all developmental skills . A weak core can render everyday tasks difficult for children, including sitting...

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Nov 11, 2022
1 min

3 Activities with pennies to Strengthen Fingers and Develop Fine Motor Skills

Did you know that over 25 muscles within the hand need to be strong and well-coordinated to support fine motor skills? Most children...

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Nov 4, 2022
2 min

5 Fun Sticker Games & Activities to Develop Fine Motor Skills and Body Awareness

Stickers elicit a pincer grasp and ulnar-radial separation when they’re peeled off of a sticker sheet. When sticking it to a surface,...

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Oct 24, 2022
1 min

Dress Up for Halloween: 10 Strategies to Help your Tactile Defensive Child Cope with Costumes

Halloween is an exciting time of year but, for children who are hypersensitive to touch (tactile defensive), even the thought of wearing...

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Sep 21, 2022
1 min

Backpack Awareness Day: Safety Tips for the Whole Family

The American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) National Backpack Awareness Day is being expanded to address back health...

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Sep 14, 2022
1 min

Homework Hassle Help: 5 Recommendations for Managing Homework

Doing homework can be a particularly challenging time of the day for you and your child. Your child is probably exhausted by the time...

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Sep 1, 2022
1 min

Getting Ready To Write: 8 Activities for Practicing Forming Letters Without a Writing Tool

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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