by Jennifer Davis | Dec 5, 2022 | Uncategorized
Exercising in hot weather increases our body temperature. Our bodies have built-in cooling systems that help us adjust to heat. That’s why we perspire. But this natural cooling system can fail if we’re exposed to soaring temperatures for too long. The result may be...
by Jennifer Davis | Nov 15, 2022 | Developmental Delay, Fine Motor Activities, Occupational Therapy Ideas
Occupational therapy may help individuals with ADHD in multiple ways. It can help a person identify barriers to success, develop strategies for tackling those areas, practice new skills or refine old ones, and brainstorm solutions when things do not go as planned....
by Jennifer Davis | Nov 7, 2022 | Communication, Whole Body Listening
Did you know? The average person is born with about 16,000 hair cells within their inner ear. These cells allow your brain to detect sounds. By the time you notice hearing loss, many hair cells have already been damaged or destroyed. You can lose 30% to 50% of hair...
by Jennifer Davis | Oct 24, 2022 | Developmental Delay, Sensory Processing, visual perceptual skills
What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when I say ‘travel’ Vacation? Meeting new people? Or maybe, Instagrammable sunsets or beach? While traveling can be exciting and exhilarating, it’s so much more than you think. Traveling is good for your...
by Jennifer Davis | Jun 28, 2022 | Communication, Developmental Delay, Fine Motor Activities, Occupational Therapy Ideas, Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Pediatric Therapy, Special Education, visual perceptual skills
Motor skills are important for baby’s physical strength and movement. Motor skills are used every day throughout our lives. They help us move and do everything from lifting heavy items to typing on a keyboard. Motor skills and motor control begin developing...
