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8 Ways to Add Fruity Fun to Play Dough

I’m excited to share some fruity fun ideas for your family this summer! Creating together is not only fun but playing with dough helps…

5 Feeding Tips for Kids With GI Disorders & Tubes

Children with disorders of the gastro-intestinal tract commonly experience pain during eating. As a result, the…

5 OT-Approved Sensory-Friendly Products for Kids

5 Occupational Therapy Approved Sensory-Friendly Products One of the questions my readers often ask is “What can I do to help my child with…

Caring for the Caregiver

HOW CAN I SUPPORT A CAREGIVER OF SOMEONE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS/CHRONIC MEDICAL ISSUES? The old adage says, “You never know what…

5 Tips for POSITIVE Parenting

Yesterday I was working with my son on a Social Skills app. This has become a daily part of our routine…..Those with typical…

Playing to Learn – Help your child develop key skills

Yes, you read that correctly…..kids play to learn critical skills that they will need throughout their lifetime. Their “occupation” or job is to play. …

Vision….It’s More Than Meets the EYE!

My son complained of frequent headaches, squinted, and showed difficulty reading. His pediatrician recommended an evaluation by an eye doctor. We anxiously awaited…

7 EASTER Fine Motor Activities – Occupational Therapy Approved

As I hopped down the aisles of the stores this Easter season, I found some egg-citing ideas for our kids who need…

Lucky Day FREEBIES from Your Favorite Therapy Bloggers

It’s your LUCKY DAY! Not only is it St. Patrick’s day, but today we are highlighting some of our favorite bloggers who are kind…

Fun Sensory Matching Activity (Stereognosis)

Stereognosis is a hands-on tactile activity where we can use our sense of touch to feel items without using our visual skills. Here’s a…