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3 Uses for a Body Sock in Pediatric Occupational Therapy

June 18, 2013

A body sock is a therapeutic modality used in many occupational therapy (OT) sessions to address a variety of skills. The thin, Lycra material covers the child’s body, except for the head, in a similar way to a sleeping bag. The Lycra material provides deep proprioceptive input to assist with self-regulation. This tool can help [...]

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Nutrition Implications of Pediatric Congenital Heart Defects

June 17, 2013

Congenital heart defects in the pediatric population are a serious condition. Many defects require surgical intervention to correct or improve the problem. Often, there are nutrition-related implications associated with heart defects. Here is more information about how nutrition may be affected to help you understand this aspect of your child’s health. The Link between Nutrition [...]

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Fun, Free Father’s Day Activities

June 14, 2013

With Father’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to think about how the kids can celebrate that great guy in their lives: Dad.  For those of you looking to honor Dad without breaking the bank, consider these  fun, free and meaningful activities that kids and dads can do together this Father’s Day. Fun, Free [...]

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What to do When Your Kid is Too Loud!

June 12, 2013

All parents have experienced the desire for their child to speak in an ‘indoor voice’ when an ‘outdoor voice’ seems to be all their child wants to use.  Modulating voice is an important skill for kids to learn.  Read on for possible reasons your child may use a voice that is too loud and for [...]

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4 Ways to Better Handwriting before Pencil Hits Paper

June 11, 2013

Your child’s handwriting skills will affect his performance in school, beginning as early as preschool.    How your child holds his pencil, sits in his chair, and attends to the task of handwriting can affect your child’s ability to feel successful in completing a handwriting task.  4 ways you can promote your child’s handwriting skills before [...]

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Does Your Child Need Feeding Therapy?

June 10, 2013

There are a variety of reasons why a child may need feeding therapy. To many of us, it would seem like eating should be a basic instinct. However, eating is one of the most complex activities we do, especially for the developing, young child. Eating involves several processes in the body, including sensory, oral-motor, muscular, [...]

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ADHD and Learning: Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder’s Impact on Learning

June 6, 2013

Many children with a diagnosis of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder exhibit significant concerns with regard to their academic achievement.  Research has demonstrated that a lot of children with the diagnosis also have a co-existing diagnosis of a learning disability.  However, even children without a separate learning disability diagnosis are also at risk for struggling with [...]

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7 Signs Your Child Is Ready to Potty Train

June 5, 2013

Potty training is not always an easy or quick process.  There are several skills that need to be taught and practiced.  Parents need to  keep in mind that every child is different and there is no magic age that a child is ready to start learning to use the potty.  Even though there is not [...]

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Bed Time Strategies for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder

June 4, 2013

Bed time can be a difficult time for any child.  It can be even more of a struggle for a child with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD).    Throughout the day, all children engage in various activities that excite them, including interacting with peers, playing on the playground and fighting with siblings.  It can be a challenge [...]

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5 Healthy Summer Habits for Your Family

June 3, 2013

Summer is a perfect time to focus on getting healthy, especially for kids. Read this list for healthy ideas for your family that take little effort and can make a big difference. 5 Tips for a Healthy Family This Summer: Buy healthy food that’s in season. During the summer, there are plenty of healthy foods [...]

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