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At what age should my child be imitating simple lines and shapes? A look at pre-handwriting progression
At what age should my child be imitating simple lines and shapes? A look at pre-handwriting progression Learning to hold a writing utensil and draw can be a big step in your child’s early learning. It’s the beginning of learning to write, a skill that will be used for...
read moreHow Do I Choose a Sport for my Child with Special Needs?
Things to consider before registering for an activity Are you the parent of a child with special needs? Since it seems like the majority of kids are enrolled in at least one sport these days, you may be wondering what type of activity would best fit your child’s...
read moreTools to Help Your Child Transition to Baby Foods
Tools to Help Your Child Transition to Baby Foods Transitioning from the bottle to stage 1 baby foods can be tough, especially if your child has oral sensory aversions, is having difficulty with weight gain, or has a history of an NG or G-tube or currently has one....
read moreHow To Make a Sensory Box
Sensory boxes are a great tool for infants and children with special needs, especially children with limited motor skills. The idea of a sensory box is to provide an environment that is sensory rich and provides opportunities for learning. Children can lean by feeling...
read moreTips for Engaging Your Child in Play
Tips for Engaging Your Child in Play Do you have a difficult time engaging your young child in play? So much of the time as adults we can find ourselves tying to get a child to engage in play they way we think it should be done. For example, a child bangs a spoon on a...
read moreLow Muscle Tone and Interventions Explained
Low Muscle Tone and Interventions Explained Low muscle tone, or hypotonia, refers to decreased tension in a muscle when it is at rest. You’re child might feel floppy or it may feel like you’re picking up a child who is sleeping even though they are awake. Children...
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