by Jennifer Davis | Nov 13, 2024 | Communication, Speech
Imagine if your child had a tool that could unlock new ways to communicate, express themselves, and engage with the world—no matter their speech challenges. That’s exactly what augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) can offer. For children who struggle to...
by Jennifer Davis | Oct 30, 2024 | Sensory Processing
Sensory overload is something many children experience, especially during tasks that require focus, like school work or therapy sessions. As parents and caregivers, it’s essential to understand how sensory overload can affect a child’s behavior and what strategies can...
by Jennifer Davis | Oct 8, 2024 | Fine Motor Activities
When a child is diagnosed with autism, pediatric occupational therapy can help with many of the common challenges these children face. Very often, a child with autism is challenged by sensory processing difficulties. They may be hypersensitive or less sensitive to...
by Jennifer Davis | Sep 24, 2024 | Fine Motor Activities
Toe-walking is commonly seen in babies as they learn how to walk. They get up on their toes to explore how balance works, how their body works and how their feet work. As children get older, if toe-walking persists and when a child seems to prefer walking that...
by Jennifer Davis | Sep 17, 2024 | Pediatric Therapy
Torticollis is seen in babies who prefer to tilt their heads in one direction only or turn their heads in one direction. Or there could be a tilt and a head turn. It results from tightness of the neck muscles and can ultimately have an effect on the whole...
