As a therapist working with infants and toddlers I am always on the lookout for great toddler sensory toys. One of the main ways children learn about the world is by exploring it through their senses. Giving them a wide...
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As a therapist working with infants and toddlers I am always on the lookout for great toddler sensory toys. One of the main ways children learn about the world is by exploring it through their senses. Giving them a wide...
Continue ReadingSo as the new school year approaches, those of us sending our children back to school will have to send them with masks. This might seem very overwhelming for some. I have developed some tips to help kids adjust to...
Continue ReadingSensorRecently I hosted a parent/child play group at my children’s daycare, the topic was activities that incorporate all the senses. I thought I’d post the list here. It is very important that ALL children get many opportunities to explore each...
Continue ReadingSo many kids have a hard time falling and staying asleep. There are many things that can be getting the in way of a good night’s rest. Hopefully I can give you some tips on helping your child get to...
Continue ReadingSo many kids have sensory issues. They process sensory input in different ways than most people. Most of us have sensory preferences, we like spicy food, or to sleep with our feet outside of the blankets. For most of us...
Continue ReadingDid you know you can now get weighted blankets at Target?? Target has many sensory related items. This store really has everyone in mind! Get your weighted blanket here (picturefromTargetwebsite) They also have fidget cubes and other sensory toys. Get...
Continue ReadingParenting is hard and we often don't get enough solid information about what to do and how to understand these little beings. Here are some of my favorite go to resources.
Continue ReadingThe moment you get pregnant and share it with the world, you start getting judged. You get judged for what you eat and drink, how much or how little you exercise, what clothes you wear…the list goes on and on....
Continue ReadingMy kids love hammocks! They get to be snuggled in and they can sway gently from side to side. A few years ago we came up with an easy way to make them under our dining room table. I had...
Continue ReadingWith fidget spinners being all the rage the idea of fidget tools is becoming more mainstream. Many schools and teachers are banning them from classrooms because they can be so distracting. Many kids really do need fidget tools to get through the...
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