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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.

Apr 6
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
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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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
1 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 31, 2022
1 min

FALL FUN: Boost your Child's Strength, Fine Motor Skills and Sensory Processing

Fall is here, and your children are well into their second month of school. Although the weather may be getting cooler, there's still...

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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 23, 2022
1 min

BEST TONGS for Hand Strengthening & Fine Motor Coordination

Tongs are a great tool for hand strengthening, fine motor coordination, and improving pre-writing and pre-scissors skills by...

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Oct 29, 2021
2 min

13 Tricks and Tips for Sensory Friendly Halloween

Prepare your child for spooky or loud noises during trick-or-treating by exposing them at Party city or a Halloween store with similar...

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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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May 1, 2019
3 min

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...

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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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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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Dec 4, 2018
2 min

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...

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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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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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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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Oct 16, 2017
2 min

Homework Hassle Help: Part 2

SENSORY TECHNIQUES Often one of the biggest challenges in your child’s day - and probably in yours - is doing homework. Some children are...

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GET IN TOUCH: 201-837-9993

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Click here for our interactive developmental checklist

Click here to schedule a free 15 minute consultation

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GET IN TOUCH:
201-837-9993

Teaneck NJ
Waldwick NJ