SLP Podcast Recommendations for Parents on the Run 05.09.22 Speech and Language Therapy Tags: Child Language Development, Speech Development Tips, early intervention, parent resources, parent education, Tongue Tie, Related Services, podcasts Katharine Moore, M.S., CF, SLP Podcasts are an amazing form of education available on various topics for parents, caregivers and providers. Some of my favorites… Read More
An Evolving Mindset: Person-First vs. Identity-First Language 04.25.22 Occupational Therapy Tags: autism, Difference/Disorder Nicole Newman, MS, OTR/L Language is an ever-evolving art. The “rules” continuously change. Language has power, and therefore we should wield it carefully. When… Read More
The Power of Active and Passive Proprioceptive Input 04.11.22 Occupational Therapy Tags: sensory processing disorder, Strategy, Hyperactivity Alyssa Pearce, M.S., OTR/L Throughout the day our bodies are constantly receiving sensory input. We process our environment using our body’s 8 senses: auditory… Read More
Literacy Skills: What are they and how can Speech-Language Pathologists help? 03.21.22 Speech and Language Therapy Tags: Speech Language Therapy, Clinical Practice, Language & Literacy, Reading Disabilities, Dyslexia Laura James, M.S., CF-SLP What is Literacy? Literacy skills encompass both the ability to read and write. These skills are an integral part of… Read More
Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders and Speech andLanguage Therapy 03.07.22 Speech and Language Therapy, Feeding Therapy Tags: oral motor, Speech Language Therapy, Articulation, Feeding, Tongue Tie Jill Henderson, M.S., CCC-SLP As speech-language pathologists, we provide articulation and swallowing services to children and adults with a variety of medical and developmental… Read More
Interoception and Potty Training: How are they connected? 02.21.22 Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy Tags: occupational therapy, Body Awareness, interoception, sensory systems, toilet training Allyson Charette, M.S., OTR/L Have you ever felt thirsty after exercising on a hot day, or felt cold on a chilly November night? Have… Read More
Sports Specialization: Why Sports Are About Play and Not Prep 02.07.22 Physical Therapy Tags: Parenting Tips, Play, ADLs Jason Hubeny, PT, DPT Sports specialization is defined as intense, year-round training in a single sport with the exclusion of other sports. There is… Read More
Offering Opportunities for Unstructured Play 01.24.22 Occupational Therapy Tags: Parenting Tips, Play Zoe Tarca If you ask any child, “what is your favorite thing to do?”, it is likely that their response would be… Read More
Part 2: Screen Time Q & A with an OT and SLP 01.10.22 Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy Tags: sensory processing disorder, Parenting Tips, Emotional Regulation, Language & Literacy, Screen Time Eliana Echeverry, M.A., CCC-SLP Authors: Eliana Echeverry, M.A. CCC-SLP, Dena Riccio, M.S. OTR/L Part 1 of our Screen Time Q & A addressed some… Read More
Winning the Winter Clothes Battle with Your Child 01.03.22 Occupational Therapy Tags: sensory processing disorder, Parenting Tips, ADLs Rachel DePasquale, M.S., OTR/L If you’re a parent of young children, you’re probably all too familiar with the struggle of convincing your child to… Read More
Break the Cycle of Stress: Stress Management Tips for Families 12.27.21 Occupational Therapy Tags: Parenting Tips, Emotional Regulation, Social Emotional Awareness, Strategy Ashley Kloss, M.S., OTR/L The past several years have brought an unparalleled amount of stress into both our world and our children’s world. With… Read More
Sensory Play for Language Development 12.13.21 Speech and Language Therapy Tags: fine motor skills, Speech Language Therapy, Clinical Practice, Language Milestones Haily Reatherford, M.S., CCC-SLP When we hear about strategies for language development, some of the most engaging activities involve play. One of my favorites… Read More
Holiday Gift Ideas For All Stages Of Developmental Play 12.06.21 Occupational Therapy Tags: fine motor skills, visual motor skills, Emotional Regulation, Executing Functioning Skills, Problem Solving Samantha Fornaro, M.S., OTR/L With the holidays right around the corner, shopping for the little ones in your life can feel overwhelming at times.… Read More
3 Tips for Potty Training Success 11.29.21 Occupational Therapy Tags: Self-care, Activities of Daily Living, Toileting Jaime Hoyle, OTR/L Toilet training can bring joy and excitement to many parents as their little ones are embarking on new independence and… Read More
Parent Tips Part Two: Plagiocephaly 11.15.21 Occupational Therapy Tags: Torticollis, Parenting Tips, Play, Motor Coordination, Home Exercise Program Allyson Charette, M.S., OTR/L As your new baby enters the world and develops, your eyes are locked in on their every move, smile, and… Read More
