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Growing healthy bodies and minds through play!

Developmental Milestones 0-1 Month

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Take a look at some important infant milestones by month and learn about some great developmentally appropriate activities for infants! A new baby brings joy and so much love. Parents can't wait to learn everything about their precious little human!From the ages of 0 -12 months, infant physical development happens rapidly and things can change from day to day! It may be one of the most profound times in your life, when time will seemingly fly by -- especially from 0-3 months.During this phase of rapid physical development of infants, parents often ask questions like: What are 1 ... Read More about Developmental Milestones 0-1 Month

Self-Regulation Research: A Simple overview

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Do you work or live with kids who struggle with challenging behaviors? This easy-to-read overview of self-regulation research could help! If you feel a bit dazed and confused whenever the topic of evidence-based practice (EBP) comes up in conversation...don't worry. You’re definitely not alone. The idea that research-based interventions should always be the basis of our therapy practice has been drilled into our heads since day one of being a therapist.   But for as much buzz there is about EBP in the therapy world, there certainly aren’t a lot of resources out there to ... Read More about Self-Regulation Research: A Simple overview

Executive Functioning Strategies for Kids

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Occupational therapists and other professionals use many different executive functioning strategies to support kids in school and other settings. A messy backpack, an overflowing locker, missing assignments, impulsivity or difficulty with transitions between tasks.  These examples are just a few of many that might indicate that a child has a hard time with executive functioning skills.Executive functioning skills are like the brain's control center—they help kids plan, stay organized, manage their time, and regulate their emotions. For many children, developing these skills comes ... Read More about Executive Functioning Strategies for Kids

Managing Challenging Behavior

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Managing challenging behaviors in children requires understanding their underlying causes and implementing tailored strategies that promote self-regulation and positive development. Read on for more information! Understanding & Managing Challenging Behaviors in Kids Managing challenging behaviors in children is one of the most complex aspects of parenting and working with kids. Challenging behaviors in preschool and early childhood can range from tantrums and defiance to aggression and meltdowns.As caregivers, parents, and professionals working with kids, these challenging behavior ... Read More about Managing Challenging Behavior

Assistive Technology for Kids Who Struggle With Handwriting

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Today, we’re going to focus on assistive technology and alternatives to handwriting: what to do when handwriting simply isn’t an option. *This post contains affiliate links.  Read more. Assistive Technology for Kids Who Struggle With Handwriting Many children have physical, cognitive, motor, and other limitations that so significantly impact their ability to write that they require alternative means of written expression.  In these cases, there are several options available.  Here are several tools and strategies that I’ve used with some ... Read More about Assistive Technology for Kids Who Struggle With Handwriting

Hearts Jumping Activity for Kids

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This jumping activity for kids offers the opportunity to practice motor planning, body control, and more! Once kids figure out how to jump, they are hard to stop!  This important developmental milestone is not only fun, it is important.  Here are some of the benefits of jumping: -Strengthening-Coordination-Motor planning-Cardiovascular Learning How to Jump Kids typically learn to jump around the age of two with this skill progressing from being able to jump up a few inches to forward, down and over.  Check out our blog post about Creative Ideas for Learning How to ... Read More about Hearts Jumping Activity for Kids

Games to Strengthen Core Muscles

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These are the perfect games to use in therapy sessions or in the classroom to strengthen core muscles in kids! *This post contains affiliate links.  Read more. I am willing to bet that at least half of you reading this post have a goal to improve your core strength?   So, let me ask you this…would you rather do 100 reps of the dreaded bicycle crunch or play a game of UNO?   I am pretty sure I know the answer. Kids think exactly the same way.  They don’t want you to make them hold a plank for 10 seconds or complete 5 bridges (although we have some ... Read More about Games to Strengthen Core Muscles

The Best Magnatile Ideas for Kids

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Don't miss these fun and creative magnatile ideas to add a dose of imagination to your next therapy session or play session at home! This post contains affiliate links. Read more.Magnatiles are more than just a fun toy—they're a powerhouse for supporting your child’s development! These versatile magnetic building tiles promote all kinds of developmental skills through hands-on play that spurs imagination and creativity. By stacking, connecting, and creating, children challenge their visual skills, like spatial awareness and problem-solving, as they figure out how to construct stable ... Read More about The Best Magnatile Ideas for Kids

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