10 Fun Sensory Play Activities
10 Fun Sensory Play Activities to Support Your Child’s Therapy Progress Sensory play can be easily incorporated at home with simple activities like finger painting or playdough. These hands-on exercises make therapy more approachable, allowing your child to practice important skills outside of formal sessions. What is sensory play, and why is it important for […]
Understanding Cochlear Implants: A Guide for Parents
By Rouzan Dishoian, MS, CCC-SLP Navigating the world of hearing loss in children can be overwhelming for parents. One solution that has revolutionized hearing restoration is the cochlear implant. This advanced technology can significantly improve the quality of life for children with severe to profound hearing loss. Here’s what you need to know. What is […]
When to seek PT services
By Francesca Resurreccion PT, DPT Parenthood is a journey filled with joy, wonder, and sometimes, unexpected challenges. For some parents, the realization that their child may need additional support in the form of pediatric physical therapy services can be both daunting and confusing. However, seeking early intervention is crucial in addressing developmental concerns and ensuring […]
Making Mealtimes More Successful: The Division of Responsibility in Feeding – The Ellyn Satter Model
By Karnie Babikian, Nutrition Educator Parents play a big role in feeding their children and teaching them how to eat. It is important to recognize, however, that children need autonomy in this process. When parents take too much control during feeding, though with good intention, mealtimes become more stressful– parents feel the pressure of getting […]
Sensory Strategies for Bedtime
By: Christine Hemelians, MSOT, OTR/L Did you know that difficulties with sensory integration can negatively impact sleep? Close to 30% of children have trouble sleeping; that includes either falling asleep, staying asleep, or being comfortable while trying to sleep (Vasak, Williamson, Garden, & Zwicker, 2015). Stimuli (i.e. sights, sounds, touch) may make it difficult for […]
How the Pandemic has Affected Children’s Development
By Madison L. Gwizdalski, MS-CCC, SLP Parents and providers know that the early experiences a child has can greatly shape their development. “Typical development” is fostered by a combination of nature and nurture, both the child’s genetic environment and their social environment. So, what happens when a child’s primary social experience is one that may include […]