Your child is having a tantrum in the middle of the grocery store. Or at bedtime. Or during homework. Again. You're exhausted, frustrated, and wondering if you're doing something wrong. Here's what we want every parent to know: tantrums are a normal part of childhood development,  and they're not a reflection of your parenting. While all children experience tantrums and emotional outbursts, children with sensory processing challenges may experience sensory   meltdowns  with m

OT-approved tips for choosing the right chair and desk set up for your child.

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

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Happy National Crayon Day! Give your child the opportunity to enhance their creativity and fine motor skills through the joy of coloring....

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The American Occupational Therapy Association’s (AOTA) National Backpack Awareness Day is being expanded to address back health...

Doing homework can be a particularly challenging time of the day for you and your child. Your child is probably exhausted by the time...