Category: Occupational-therapy
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Helping Kids With Social and Communication Challenges During the Holidays
The holidays can be fun, but big gatherings aren’t always easy for kids with social and communication challenges. Meeting new people in loud or busy spaces and following conversations might feel hard. With some planning, you can help your child feel more comfortable and confident. Here are some ideas to make gatherings easier and more…
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Christmas Gift Guide: Toys and Tools for Unique Needs
Shopping for kids can be tricky, but it gets even trickier when the kids you’re shopping for have sensory processing difficulties, are neurodivergent, or have other unique needs. What makes one child light up with joy might overwhelm another. Don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! Whether you’re buying for sensory seekers, sensory avoiders, kids with feeding…
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Holiday Travel With Kids – No Whining!
Well, OK. Maybe we can’t promise NO whining. But we can offer you some strategies and tips that will increase the odds that you hear much less of it! Those extended road-trips or flights can be challenging with children, especially if they struggle with sensory processing, regulation, and changes in their routines. We know that…