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14 Nov
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Thankful Hearts: Easy Gratitude Activities for Babies and Toddlers

Thanksgiving is a great time to introduce the concept of gratitude to young children. Even babies and toddlers can start learning about appreciation in small ways. Simple, loving activities help build their early social-emotional skills and create special family moments. Here are some easy, age-appropriate gratitude activities for babies and toddlers. Thankful Basket Create a...

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17 Oct
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Sensory-Friendly Halloween Costume Tips for Your Little One

Halloween is an exciting time for kids, but for those with sensory sensitivities, the fun of dressing up can sometimes feel overwhelming. Scratchy fabrics, tight outfits, or even too many layers can lead to discomfort or meltdowns. The good news is, with some thoughtful planning, you can choose costumes that help your child feel comfortable...

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26 Sep
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Picky Eating Problems? Tackle your Toddler’s Mealtime Challenges

If you’re raising a toddler, picky eating can feel like an everyday battle. You know the routine: Now, you find yourself letting them to eat while watching a video on your phone, or worse, spoon-feeding your three-year-old. The cycle feels endless. It’s no wonder parents feel tired and frustrated. Kids can be picky eaters, and...

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12 Sep
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Emphasizing Affect: Strengthening Parent-Baby Bonds

In the early stages of a child’s life, connection is the foundation of their emotional, cognitive, and social development. For parents, establishing a strong bond with their baby can feel like both a natural instinct and a daunting challenge. Pediatric occupational therapy offers valuable insights into how you can enhance this connection by emphasizing affect—essentially,...

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10 Sep
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Enhancing Mutual Joy in Babies Through Occupational Therapy

Mutual joy between a parent and baby is a powerful connection that sets the foundation for healthy emotional and social development. This shared happiness is more than just smiles and laughter; it’s a critical aspect of bonding that supports a baby’s growth, well-being, and learning. Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) can play a vital role in...

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05 Sep
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Boosting Baby’s Joint Attention: A Guide for Parents

Joint attention is a crucial developmental milestone in a baby’s growth, laying the foundation for communication, social interaction, and learning. In pediatric occupational therapy, we focus on fostering this skill to help children engage more meaningfully with their environment and the people around them. But what exactly is it and how can parents support its...

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22 Jul
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Sensory Sensitive Summer Fun!

Summertime is winding down, and we’re squeezing in our last-minute trips. This time of year can be magical, and we want to make sure it’s the best yet. Our sensory-sensitive kiddos are a bit more prone to getting overwhelmed with new situations. What are you going to do to ensure they aren’t sensory overwhelmed during...

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19 Jul
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Actions You Can Take Today to Support Your Lefty

Being purely right handed is the “norm”. Being left handed is less the norm, but often comes with "laterality dominance". “Pure” ambidexterity is even less common. Either way you look at it, being left handed lends to certain challenges. Here are some tricks to help!

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17 Jul
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Motor-Based Dysgraphia

Many kids with a diagnosis of Motor-Based Dysgraphia struggle with the fine motor aspect of writing. This condition often causes their hands to hurt when they write or leads to an unusual pencil grasp. Their fingers may lack the fine muscle movements needed to form smooth, fluid letters, which in turn slows down the writing...

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15 Jul
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Crafting A Consistent Sleep Routine

Making sure your child gets quality sleep is key in development and daily function. Establishing a consistent and predictable nightly schedule can be highly beneficial in achieving that quality sleep. Determining an effective sleep routine can be challenging for families, especially because every family and their needs are unique. Regardless of the age of your...

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