Category: Parenting
How to Manage Separation Anxiety in Young Children: Effective strategies for parents, therapists and teachers to help make goodbyes easier.
Got homework hassles? Do any of these comments sound familiar?… “I don’t want to do my homework!” “It’s so boring.” If you’ve ever heard these
There’s one easy way to take a load of stress off of your student! Did you know that Occupational therapists are experts in ergonomics and
The American Occupational Therapy Association provides some excellent tips for backpack wearing plus some bonus strategies for packing a purse.
As the summer days begin to wane and the back-to-school season approaches, many parents feel a mix of emotions—excitement, anticipation, and perhaps a bit of
Vacations are definitely something to look forward to this summer! Exploring new cities, discovering the national parks, relaxing at the beach or enjoying amusement parks are just some of the wonderful adventures that will create lasting memories for years to come. It’s a special time for young families.
Do you ever wonder…. Why do some children shy away from challenges or crumble at the first signs of a struggle? Why do some children refuse to try a new activity or have a history of quitting…
To all the Fathers out there…
Father’s Day is the time for you to celebrate YOU!
Give yourself a pat on the back for all of the hard work, energy, patience and love you have invested in your child.
Regardless of how old your children are, they can sense the changes in their routines, but may not understand the reasons why.
The current pandemic situation can be a tough conversation topic to tackle with your kids. All of the changes in a their day to day routines, plus environmental stress, can understandably affect the emotional dynamic at home.
Did you find yourself instantly called upon to start homeschooling during the pandemic? Do you know of any parents who would like some more ideas and activities to keep their kids busy? Clients, friends, other family members who could use some extra ideas?
Want to find out where your therapist EQ is strong- and where there may be room to grow? I've created...
Read MoreAre You an Emotionally Intelligent Pediatric Therapist? Take This 2-Minute Self-Check. You know how to help children build skills. But...
Read MoreLet's be honest. We spend a lot of time talking about children's emotional intelligence. How can we help children identify...
Read MoreA Pediatric Therapist's Guide to Looking Beyond the Behavior. Have you ever had a child completely shut down during a...
Read MoreHave you ever been in the middle of a therapy session when a child suddenly becomes overwhelmed? Maybe they're crying....
Read MoreHave you ever walked into a therapy session with a great plan, only to have the entire session go sideways...
Read MoreHave you ever met a child who was incredibly "book smart" but struggled to make a single friend? Or perhaps...
Read MoreLearn the power of co-regulation for supporting children when they're expressing big emotions! Did you know that supporting children's emotional...
Read MoreLook Beyond the Behavior Here's the truth: We can't truly treat the whole child if we only focus on the...
Read MoreHow do we teach kids about complicated feelings without making it feel like extra work? And how can we use...
Read MoreSuccess Beyond Pencil and Paper If you’re an occupational therapy practitioner, chances are you’ve earned a reputation as the handwriting...
Read MoreHow to Manage Separation Anxiety in Young Children: Effective strategies for parents, therapists and teachers to help make goodbyes easier.
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How to Manage Separation Anxiety in Young Children: Effective strategies for parents, therapists and teachers to help make goodbyes...
Got homework hassles? Do any of these comments sound familiar?… “I don’t want to do my homework!” “It’s so...
There’s one easy way to take a load of stress off of your student! Did you know that Occupational...
The American Occupational Therapy Association provides some excellent tips for backpack wearing plus some bonus strategies for packing a...
As the summer days begin to wane and the back-to-school season approaches, many parents feel a mix of emotions—excitement,...
Vacations are definitely something to look forward to this summer! Exploring new cities, discovering the national parks, relaxing...
Do you ever wonder.... Why do some children shy away from challenges or crumble at the first signs of...
To all the Fathers out there… Father’s Day is the time for you to celebrate YOU! Give yourself a pat on...
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