When toddlers become overwhelmed, emotional regulation can feel unpredictable. One moment they are playing happily, and the next they are melting down over something that seems small like the wrong cup, a change in routine, or a transition they weren’t ready for. What often looks like “big behavior” is really a child trying to manage...
Starting preschool. Welcoming a new sibling. Moving to a new home. Beginning daycare. Changing caregivers. For adults, these events may seem like normal parts of life. For toddlers, however, big transitions can feel overwhelming. During times of change, it’s common to see more tantrums, clinginess, frustration, sleep challenges, or emotional outbursts. These behaviors are often...
Every child develops at their own pace, but sometimes everyday activities can feel harder than expected. Getting dressed, eating meals, playing with peers, transitioning between activities, or participating at school may become challenging for a child and their family. For families in San Mateo and the surrounding Bay Area, pediatric occupational therapy can provide support...
Packing lunch for a picky eater can feel like solving a puzzle every single day. You want your child to have enough food to stay energized, but you also hope they’ll be exposed to new foods and continue building positive eating habits. If your toddler comes home with a full lunchbox or only eats the...
Whether it’s starting daycare, attending preschool, staying with a new babysitter, or joining a new activity, adjusting to unfamiliar environments can be challenging for toddlers. While some children jump right into new experiences, others may need more time to feel comfortable. It’s common for toddlers to show hesitation, cling to parents, or become emotional when...
If your mornings feel rushed, chaotic, or full of power struggles, you’re not alone. Many parents find that getting a toddler out the door can feel like a challenge before the day has even begun. One minute your child is refusing to get dressed, the next they’re distracted by a toy they haven’t touched in...
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...
