Written By: Laura Dart, OTR/L The 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 grounding strategy for calming can be used to teach children about their senses and how to use experiences within their physical context to bring them into the present moment. Teaching mindfulness...
Written by Progressive Pediatric Staff Member Why is imitation important? When children imitate language and behaviors, they are building blocks in their skill development because they get to have a model of these skills while they’re learning! Children learn...
Written by: Shira Danino, M.A., CCC-SLP How can I help my child adapt to changes in our routine during the holidays? Home for the holidays with a child who has trouble transitioning? Transitions can be real triggers for many children. Ending a video game or a...
Written By: Kalli Atti, PT, DPT; Edited By: Megan Castles, PT, DPT, ATC What are potential causes & risk factors for Torticollis? Twins are at a higher risk for developing Torticollis. Torticollis is a very common diagnosis and how a baby develops Torticollis can...
Written By: Kallie Atti, PT, DPT; Edited by: Megan Castles, PT, DPT, ATC What is Torticollis? Is it normal that my baby only wants to look one direction?Why does my baby keep leaning to one side?Is my baby’s head flat? If you have ever asked these questions or made...
Written by: Regina De Canto, M.S, CCC-SLP and Tiffany Thomsen, MS, OTR/L Occupational therapist, Tiffany Thomsen (left) and Speech therapist, Regina De Canto (right) provide a quick guide to how occupational and speech therapy work on writing in different ways. Our...
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