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Get Your Ears Used to the Water First!
EARS Getting ears comfortable in the water is surprisingly impactful! We usually target getting the eyes wet and blowing bubbles first,...
Jul 20, 20193 min read
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Helping Children Get Their Faces Wet in the Pool: PART ONE
Who Cares? Why Is My Child So Afraid? Why is getting your face wet so important? Safety! In case of an emergency, your child needs to...
Jul 8, 20192 min read
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Spring into Action: Enjoy the Ride!
Spring is here! And so is the warm weather. With this blog we begin a series in which we will share activities, games, and crafts for...
May 1, 20193 min read
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Costumes and Carnivals: Be Prepared!
The holiday of Purim is right around the corner, and your kids are itching with excitement. Children who rely on routine and...
Mar 5, 20192 min read
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Infant Massage
Awhile back, I took an infant massage course with certified infant massage (IM) instructor and physical therapist Esther Perl. Now infant...
Feb 14, 20192 min read
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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...
Jan 7, 20193 min read
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Parents, Sleep Late this Sunday!
Most children, especially those with sensory processing disorders, benefit from a structured morning routine. Unfortunately, once a...
Jan 6, 20192 min read
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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...
Jan 4, 20193 min read
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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...
Jan 3, 20192 min read
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Traveling Tips for the Sensory Challenged Child
Be organized: For traveling on a plane or long car ride, pack a knapsack with familiar comfort toys, individual snacks, and a few...
Dec 4, 20182 min read
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Thanksgiving Treats Boost Sensory and Fine Motor Skills
I stumbled upon these fabulous turkey treat recipes and cannot wait to try them out. The combination of temperatures and textures make...
Oct 30, 20182 min read
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IEPs by "Dr. Seuss"
As soon as I saw this I knew I had to share it with all of you. I tried hard to find the author to give her credit, but she is probably...
Oct 12, 20181 min read
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Fidget Fun
Everyone seeks sensory input throughout the day to remain alert and attentive. As adults, we allow ourselves many opportunities to...
Oct 10, 20182 min read
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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...
Oct 10, 20182 min read
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Fall Fun!
The air is brisk, the leaves outside are changing colors, and Thanksgiving is right around the corner. It is officially autumn, and your...
Oct 2, 20183 min read
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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...
Sep 16, 20182 min read
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Hectic Holidays
Strategies for the Sensory Challenged Child and their Families Feasts, parties, family gatherings, and candy galore can only mean one...
Sep 5, 20183 min read
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Autism and SPD "How it Feels" Infographic
If you would like to purchase a full resolution version of our infographic please e-mail us: office@potsot.com #Infographic #Autism #SPD
May 17, 20181 min read
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Triggers for Kids with Autism & SPD Infographic
If you would like to purchase a full resolution version of our infographic please e-mail us: office@potsot.com #Infographic #Autism #SPD...
May 17, 20181 min read
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Make Your Own Noisemaker (Grogger) & Control The Noise
Purim is a festive time of year, and while most children eagerly anticipate the dress up, parties, and carnivals, for children who are...
Feb 22, 20181 min read
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