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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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- Nov 26, 2018
- 3 min
4 Steps to Coloring Success
Coloring in the lines is an excellent activity for developing pencil control, and contrary to popular opinion it does not stifle...
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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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- 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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- Dec 1, 2017
- 1 min
Popsicle Lights: Chanukah Crafts for Kids
If you are planning to do this project with more than two children at a time a child who has difficulty with sequencing and organization...
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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...
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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,...
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