April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, and it’s the perfect time to introduce the team behind the care we provide to children and families. At our practice, occupational therapy is more than just therapy sessions, it’s about helping kids grow, explore, and thrive in everyday life. Our Approach We provide mobile, play-based occupational therapy,...
April is National Occupational Therapy (OT) Month, a time to celebrate how occupational therapy helps kids grow, learn, and participate in everyday life. But what exactly is OT and how did it begin? Understanding the history of occupational therapy helps show why it continues to be such a powerful, play-based approach for supporting children today....
Spring is the perfect season to get your toddler moving and it’s also a great time to support their occupational therapy (OT) goals! Simple, playful activities can help build core strength, hand skills, and coordination, all of which are essential for everyday tasks like sitting, feeding, drawing, and playing. Here are some OT-inspired spring activities...
When it comes to building connection with your toddler, sometimes the simplest moments are the most magical especially around holidays! St. Patrick’s Day offers a fun backdrop for playful interactions that spark learning, communication, and emotional connection. Using DIR/Floortime principles, these back-and-forth games can feel like magic for both you and your child. What is...
When people hear the phrase group therapy, they often imagine a structured session where every child participates in the same activity, following the same plan, with the same expected outcome. But that’s not how our nature-based occupational therapy groups work. Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen it clearly: no two groups are the same...
Celebrating OT Month by Exploring the Heart of What We Do April is Occupational Therapy Month, a time to shine a light on the meaningful, everyday work that occupational therapists do to help children and adults live fuller, more independent lives. In celebration, we wanted to take a moment to explain what OT is, how...
As parents, we often juggle endless to-do lists, striving to create enriching experiences for our kids. But what if the best opportunities for learning and growth were already built into your daily routine? From mealtime to bath time, every moment offers a chance to support your child’s sensory, motor, and cognitive development—all while keeping it...
Winter often brings a wave of sniffles, coughs, and colds, especially for toddlers who may have been exposed to more germs during holiday gatherings. With the cold season in full swing, your little one is more likely to catch a cold, and when they do, it can feel overwhelming. Between stuffy noses, sore throats, and...
After the whirlwind of holiday festivities, travel, and gatherings, it’s completely normal for kids to feel out of sync. As the New Year begins, helping toddlers transition back to routine is key to restoring balance. It’s also important in supporting their sensory and emotional needs. Here are a few simple strategies to ease the shift,...
This past month we’ve been talking a lot about the holidays and providing sensory-friendly activities and gifts for toddlers and babies. This week, I want to switch gears and dive into the stress that the holidays can bring, and not just for adults, but for smaller children as well. Just like adults, children can experience...
