So, you have scheduled your child’s first occupational therapy appointment. Everything’s all set, but it is normal to feel a little nervous. You may wonder how therapy will work for… Read More »
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4 Tips for Establishing Routines at Home
Children with autism thrive on routine, especially at home and in recurring activities. Developing a daily schedule for your child is a great comfort and a learning mechanism to provide… Read More »
4 Benefits of Physical Therapy for Children with Autism
Children on the autism spectrum often experience developmental delays, low muscle tone, and trouble with gross motor skills. These issues can affect their daily functioning as well as their social… Read More »
4 Signs Your Child Needs Occupational Therapy
For children, playing is their occupation. It allows them to explore the world, learn to interact with it, and develop essential life skills. Some kids have difficulty mastering these skills… Read More »
The Importance of Nonverbal Communication for Children with Autism
While speech is vital for effective communication, non-verbal communication is also excellent for getting your message across. Gestures, hand movements, and facial expressions are forms of non-verbal communication. During language… Read More »
Teaching Your Child Coping Skills
Coping skills are how we manage our thoughts, feelings, and actions to tolerate and deal with stressful situations in life. For children with autism, coping skills help them return to… Read More »
Sensory Meltdowns: What Parents Should Know
Sensory meltdowns can be triggered by over-stimulation of the senses and the inability to self-regulate. This can be anything from loud noises to uncomfortable clothing. For children with sensory processing… Read More »
Weighted Blankets for Children with Autism
Weighted blankets have been used as therapy tools for a while. Many parents have recognized these blankets’ calming effect on children with autism and sensory issues. The science behind them… Read More »
4 Horticultural Therapy Exercises to Try This Spring
Now that spring is here, it is a perfect time to get your kids outside and encourage them to learn about and interact with nature. Horticultural therapy and gardening activities… Read More »