by Nicole Bilodeau | Dec 10, 2025 | Home Therapy Tips
Therapy works best when it doesn’t feel like therapy, and that’s why everyday routines can become powerful learning moments. With simple OT tips for home, kids can build new skills while playing, helping, and staying active. Child-led activities make a big...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Oct 7, 2025 | Home Therapy Tips
Many pediatric therapy services are turning to DIRFloortime because it focuses on connection, not just correction. This child-led, playful approach helps children with autism, sensory challenges, or speech and social delays grow through joyful interaction. Instead of...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jun 2, 2025 | Home Therapy Tips
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I love helping parents extend therapy at home. A straightforward way to do that is by evaluating play activities to see how they support a child’s sensory needs. Kids with sensory processing issues often work through their...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Dec 23, 2024 | Home Therapy Tips
To enhance sensory integration in children, start by including activities that involve all their senses. Swinging, bouncing, and spinning help with balance and coordination, while pushing, pulling, and lifting improve body awareness and strength. Parents can also...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Dec 21, 2024 | Home Therapy Tips
Sensory activities are highly beneficial in enhancing a child’s cognitive development, feelings regulation, and social skills, all while enriching focus and behavior. Implementing do-it-yourself sensory activities such as slime making, sensory bin exploration,...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Dec 8, 2024 | Home Therapy Tips
For over 20 years, I’ve had the privilege of supporting children and families in creating calm, loving environments that cater to their unique needs. One of the most impactful strategies I’ve seen is establishing autism-friendly routines at home. These...
