Pediatric OT Blog | Tips & Resources

10 Feb

Children sitting at a table making Valentine heart crafts together, building connection through play and creativity.

Play Is How Kids Show Love: Building Connection This Valentine’s Day

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

02 Feb

Paper File Folder Group Project Presentation

What’s Typical Eating for Toddlers?

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

27 Jan

Mom and child playing on the floor, practicing DIR/Floortime at home with toys and shared interaction

DIR/Floortime at Home: What It Really Looks Like

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

19 Jan

Two children standing side by side looking out at a meadow during a nature-based therapy for kids group session.

Nature-Based Therapy for Kids: What Happens in Our Therapeutic Groups

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

17 Jan

Toddler hand development at 12–18 months as a toddler uses fingers to grasp and explore during play

Toddler Hand Development 12-18 Months — Signs to Watch For

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

07 Jan

Toddler crying in front of a Christmas tree, illustrating challenges when helping toddlers transition back to routine

Is Your Toddler Struggling After the Holidays?

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

30 Dec

Children relaxing outdoors against a tree with leaves during an outdoor occupational therapy group session.

How Outdoor Occupational Therapy Groups Help Kids Build Skills in Real-World Settings

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

22 Dec

A young child sitting near a Christmas tree looking upset, showing signs of holiday stress in young children.

The Hidden Holiday Stress Many Young Children Experience

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

19 Dec

Wrapped holiday gifts for kids with special needs, featuring sensory-friendly and engaging toy ideas.

Last-Minute Gift Ideas for Kids With Special Needs (That Actually Get Played With)

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...

11 Dec

A 6–12 month old baby smiling while exploring a toy, showing early hand skills related to Baby Hand Development 0–6 Months.

Baby Hand Development 6-12 Months — Signs to Watch For

Where We Come to You TheraPeeps provides in-home pediatric occupational therapy across Santa Clara and Santa Cruz Counties, including Mountain View, Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Portola Valley, Sunnyvale, Cupertino, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Campbell, Los Gatos, San Jose, Santa Cruz, Capitola, and Bonny Doon. Not sure if that includes you? Check...