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6 Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Therapeutic Summer Program for Your Child

Expert-level questions to ensure your child's summer program is truly therapeutic and developmentally appropriate. Not all summer...

Jun 83 min read

Children in colorful clothes raise hands in a bright classroom with a playful mural. They appear engaged and happy.

Why Summer Is the Best Time for Occupational and Speech Therapy, and Skill Building

Without the demands of school, kids have the opportunity to flourish in other areas. Summer break presents a golden opportunity for...

Jun 62 min read

Children playing with wooden boxes in a room with adults assisting. The setting is colorful with gym equipment in the background.

The Parent's Complete Guide to DMI Therapy and Medek: Accelerating Your Child's Motor Development

Understanding how Dynamic Movement Intervention and Medek provide a proactive approach to building coordination and strength What are...

Apr 153 min read

baby looking in the mirror during tummy time

The Importance of Tummy Time

The Back to Sleep movement was started to help decrease Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in babies. This means that infants are...

Feb 211 min read

Summer — The Perfect Time for an Occupational Therapy Intensive

Summer break is perfect for intensive therapy without school pressures, helping your child reach milestones, reinforce skills, and prep for

Jun 7, 20242 min read

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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