Why Play Matters: Supporting Your Child’s Development Through Fun and Connection Hi there, amazing parents! Let’s talk about something kids do best—play! Play isn’t just about having fun (though that’s a big part); it’s how children naturally explore the world, build language, and develop essential skills like problem-solving and social interaction. But for kids with…
Your Child’s First Speech Therapy Appointment: What to Expect Congratulations on taking the first step toward helping your child thrive! If you’re feeling a little nervous about your child’s first speech therapy appointment, you’re not alone. It’s natural to wonder how therapy will work for your little one who may not fully understand why they’re…
Easy Ways to Boost Your Child’s Language Skills on the Go The “mom taxi” is a real thing. Moms are on the go everyday getting kids to school and then on to all their activities. Being on the go there are still wonderful opportunities to create meaningful moments with your child—and it’s also a perfect…
Speech Therapist-Approved Activities for the NEW toys! The holidays are over, and the new toys have accumulated around your home. Have you wondered how your child’s speech therapist would use your toys in therapy? While toys may seem like just fun and games, the right ones can be therapeutic, especially for children with speech delays.…
It’s important to understand how parents and therapists can work together to help a child succeed. Although a therapist may coordinate the child’s treatment, the parent’s role at therapy is key to success, and it takes a coordinated effort by both to help a child reach his or her potential. First: Parents know their child…
At the end of each session, your child’s speech-language pathologist (SLP) recommends therapy homework for you to complete before your next session. You’re probably thinking, “Sure, let me get right on that after I prepare multiple meals for my entire family, bathe the children, get the children ready for bed, tackle household chores, prepare for…
Consistency and structure are beneficial both for our kiddos and for adults. It’s not something we think about a lot, but for children, what transpires during their days is largely out of their control. They don’t get to determine how their day will unfold; they’re simply expected to “roll with it” while we – the…
Using “therapist eyes,” we see the many ways toys can target the skills children are working on in therapy.
Does taking your picky eater to family gatherings cause you stress? Food is often a part of large family gatherings, such as Thanksgiving and Christmas, but despite all the excitement and joy that comes with sharing a meal with extended family, some parents of picky eaters feel a sense of dread about the meal. Picky…
When most people hear the word “occupation” they think of jobs or other activities that adults engage in, but occupation is defined as what a person needs or wants to do that is appropriate for his or her age or life stage. Occupational therapy (OT) can help people reach their maximum independence level for all…