WORK for the mouth? Well, not really! As babies, we learn to calm ourselves through sucking. When a baby suckles, he begins to develop methods to regulate and organize. Additionally, sucking helps to develop speech patterns and helps to develop/mature the central nervous system! However, not all babies can use sucking in these wonderful ways. […]
One of the questions you ask most often is about helpful apps for kids with autism. Thanks to Autism Parenting Magazine, we have our favorite apps in one infographic! Looking for information about math for kids with autism? Check out our post with tips here. Need help with sensory and behavior trouble with kids? Here’s […]
Did you know that some students do not develop a hand preference until kindergarten or at 5 or 6 years old? When students write with their left hand, they should not be discouraged from doing so. They do not choose their left hand in the same way that you didn’t choose to use your right […]
One of the topics parents and therapists always ask me is about helping children with toilet training. I love infographics. They provide awesome tips and can be shared easily. Here’s one of my favorites. Want more information? Read our earlier post about toilet training here. Interoception or awareness of your own body can be affected […]
Why is the NBCOT® Exam so Hard to Pass? Today’s guest blogger is Shannon Corcoran, OTR. Thank you to PassTheOT.com for the following tips. As someone who had to take the NBCOT® Exam three times, I can speak on just how hard it is to pass that exam. Unlike other exams, students took during their academic tenures, […]
The end of the year is almost here! We know how hard teachers work to teach our children. Deciding how to show our appreciation can be tough……..should we buy a gift card or present? Well, worry no more! Here are some handmade gifts teachers will LOVE! Photo Credit: Crayon Jar Teacher Gift by Nest Full […]
Therapists need to become culturally sensitive. This post contains tips and many resources for therapists in all settings. Understanding your own bias and beliefs is the first step.
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I’m SO excited to welcome this month’s guest blogger. She’s Katie Tietz, a pediatric occupational therapist, international best selling author, speaker and certified mindset coach. She is the founder of Health Pro Mindset, LLC – a mindset coaching business teaching hundreds of healthcare professionals (and soon to be professionals!) how to use mindfulness-based practices to serve […]