by Nicole Bilodeau | Sep 23, 2025 | Social Skills
Building social skills can feel challenging, but it doesn’t have to happen only in a clinic. Parents and caregivers in Tampa and Brandon can use simple, fun at-home activities to boost social skills in children with autism. When children lead the play, they gain...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Sep 18, 2025 | Social Skills
Helping children build strong social skills starts with small steps at home. Parents can use simple, everyday routines to make learning social skills less stressful and more natural. Research indicates that approximately 70% of children experience improvements in...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 22, 2025 | Social Skills
Many parents worry when their child has trouble making friends or joining in at school, birthday parties, or other social gatherings. Social skills are an essential part of child development, helping children share, listen, and show empathy toward others. When these...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Aug 19, 2025 | Social Skills
Social skills milestones are key indicators of a child’s ability to build meaningful peer relationships and navigate early social environments. During the toddler years, simple nonverbal communication—like eye contact, pointing, and smiling—lays the groundwork...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Jul 6, 2025 | Social Skills
Pediatric occupational therapy plays a crucial role in helping children build social confidence. Effective strategies include engaging in structured and unstructured play, fostering emotional regulation, and utilizing role-playing scenarios. Parents can reinforce...
by Nicole Bilodeau | Mar 7, 2025 | Social Skills
Social skills shape how we connect with others, build friendships, and succeed in life. From the playground to the boardroom, strong social abilities help children grow into confident, well-rounded adults. Research shows that children with better social skills are...
