Co-regulation refers to the nurturing and supportive interactions that occur between two people allowing each person to feel safe, secure, and regulated.

Executive functions are the foundational building blocks that allow children to be successful in multiple areas of their lives. Strengthening these abilities supports children as they grow and develop.

Therapists who specialize in occupational therapy (i.e., OTs) help patients to participate in everyday occupations! What is an occupation? Read more to find out!

Plagiocephaly, or “Flat Head Syndrome”, is a common and treatable condition seen in many infants, but it can be alarming when first spotted by parents. Read on to learn more about plagiocephaly and how to prevent it.

Bilateral coordination is the skill needed to use both sides of the body together in an organized way. We take for granted how often we rely on bilateral coordination skills in daily activities and play routines.

Around the age of 5-7 years old many children begin to develop the skills and coordination necessary to complete shoe tying. As your child begins to practice, here are some fun activities to help!

While sensory regulation is a term often used, the meaning is often not clear. This post breaks down what sensory regulation is and how the sensory system works.

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is for early communicators who aren't using their words yet, those communicating with only a few words, or children who are communicating with their bodies and their behaviors instead of speaking.

Children can struggle to make the “f” sound in words and often substitute the “f” sound with the “th” sound. Learn a fun way to help your child work on the “f” sound!

Body awareness is the understanding of how our bodies move in space and placement. This spatial awareness of our bodies helps us to relate to objects around us and people in our environment.

Activities of Daily Living (ADL) refers to the ability to complete tasks in order to care for oneself.

The CDC estimates that 1 in 54 children has been identified as being on the autism spectrum. In fact, many ASD therapy programs incorporate sensory play to promote language development, social interaction, motor skills, problem-solving, and more. 

Imitation is a great way to teach a new speech sound such as the S. Watch as Kelly & Frankie demonstrate imitation in a speech therapy session.

Torticollis is a condition in which a baby has tight neck muscles causing an odd position of the head. 

Therapy is most effective as children are fully engaged in play-based tasks. Barrier games offer ample opportunities for a child’s language development while keeping their attention and interest.

Adapted from the post “Why Does My Child Toe Walk?”

Walking on the toes or the balls of the feet, also known as toe walking, is fairly common in children who are just beginning to walk.

Adapted from the post “Footsteps to Future Success “

Learn how to help your child increase their core vocabulary and download a FREE PDF titled “A Year of Core Words” with monthly charts for your family.

Encouraging tummy time in the first few months of life is extremely important in helping your baby learn almost all necessary developmental skills as they grow.

Being able to climb the stairs is an extremely important gross motor skill for your child to master in order for them to safely and independently navigate their environment at home, school, and in the community.

No one knows your child better than you do. What if you suspect something more is going on?