Creating a Sensory Calming Corner in Your Preschool Classroom

Creating a Sensory Calming Corner in Your Preschool Classroom

In the bustling environment of a preschool classroom, young children are constantly exposed to new experiences, stimuli, and social interactions. While this environment is rich with opportunities for growth and learning, it can also become overwhelming for some...
Unlocking Your Toddler’s Full Potential: The Magic of Occupational Therapy

Unlocking Your Toddler’s Full Potential: The Magic of Occupational Therapy

Empowering Your Child’s Journey As parents, we all want to see our children thrive in every aspect of their lives. Pediatric occupational therapy (OT) is a great way to support your child in learning important skills for their everyday activities. It’s...
Beyond Chicken Nuggets

Beyond Chicken Nuggets

Written by: Amanda Beckert, SLP-A Do you have a picky eater? Are you tired of the same chicken nuggets each and every evening? Feeding Therapy Tips!  Building Tolerance Sight First, it’s important to look at different steps that go towards a child actually eating...
From the Occupational Therapist’s Point of View: Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on our Children’s Development.

From the Occupational Therapist’s Point of View: Impacts of the COVID-19 Pandemic on our Children’s Development.

Written By: Brittni Barnes, OTR/L, Tara Ghorbani, OTR/L, Edited by: Megan Sliski, PT, DPT As we enter another year it is important to reflect on the events that happened during 2020. COVID-19 has impacted the world and our children have demonstrated resilience, though...
Sensory Toy Recommendations

Sensory Toy Recommendations

Compiled and written by Teresa Hans, OTR/L & Brittni Barnes, OTR/L Ever wanted to know what toys therapists LOVE for different developmental stages? Progressive Pediatric Therapy staff have compiled a list for the different ages and stages to foster development!...