by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 25, 2024 | Developmental Delays
Detect delays early to ensure your child gets the support they need. Look for signs like delayed motor skills, difficulty grasping objects, balancing, unclear speech, or limited vocabulary. Limited social interaction, poor eye contact, and trouble following...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 24, 2024 | Autism OT
Spot Autism Early to significantly improve your child’s outcomes. Key signs to watch include avoiding eye contact, delayed speech development, and repetitive movements. Sensory sensitivities, like heightened reactions or sensory-seeking behaviors, are also...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 23, 2024 | Sensory Integration Strategies
Sensory integration therapy utilizes eight effective techniques to assist people in processing sensory information more efficiently. Proprioceptive input involves activities like using weighted blankets to enhance body awareness. Deep pressure therapy, including...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 22, 2024 | Social Skills
In therapy, you can improve social skills to help kids interact better with others. Powerful social skills methods like Emotion Charades teach children to recognize and practice emotions, while Social Storytelling connects these skills to real-life situations....
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 21, 2024 | Developmental Delays
Identifying early signs of developmental delays is essential for determining whether a child may benefit from therapeutic intervention. Key indicators include not meeting developmental milestones, difficulties with fine or gross motor skills, and sensory processing...
