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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...
Feb 21, 20243 min read
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Unlocking Children’s Potential: Reflex Integration
What is Reflex Integration? At POTS, our team of pediatric occupational therapists constantly seeks innovative ways to support the...
Jan 24, 20242 min read
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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...
Jan 3, 20241 min read
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Navigating the World of Pediatric Occupational Therapy: A New OTA's Journey
Hello, everyone! I'm Asia Salas, a recently certified occupational therapy assistant (COTA) specializing in pediatric care. Join me as I...
Dec 16, 20232 min read
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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...
Oct 27, 20232 min read
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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,...
Sep 28, 20233 min read
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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...
Sep 19, 20232 min read
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Sensory Overload at School: 6 Steps to a Smooth Transition for Your Child
As summer winds down and the back-to-school season approaches, parents are gearing up for the exciting yet sometimes nerve-wracking...
Aug 30, 20232 min read
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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...
Jun 3, 20233 min read
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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...
May 12, 20232 min read
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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...
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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National Crayon Day: 6 Crayons to Boost Fine Motor Skills. Use them in order!
Happy National Crayon Day! Give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity and fine motor skills through the joy of coloring....
Mar 31, 20232 min read
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12 Best Sensory Toys for Babies
1. Beiens Touch and Feel Crinkle Cloth Books: Together the bright colors, crinkle texture, squeaker, and soft textured animal tails will...
Jan 26, 20233 min read
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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...
Jan 5, 20231 min read
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11 Toys to Buy for the Hypersensitive or Autistic Child
1. Marble Fidget in Mesh Sleeve: The marble fidget has calming, mesmerizing effects that encourage focus, calm, and improved mood. Keep...
Jan 3, 20232 min read
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Boost Sensory and Fine Motor Skills with this Thanksgiving Treat: Candy Turkey
This Thanksgiving, give your sensory seeker a nice messy treat by making a Candy Turkey! This recipe is perfect for sensory seekers who...
Nov 23, 20221 min read
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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...
Nov 11, 20221 min read
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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,...
Nov 4, 20222 min read
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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...
Oct 31, 20221 min read
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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...
Sep 23, 20221 min read
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