If there is one thing that occupational therapy and mindfulness practice have in common, it is that many people don't easily know how to describe them. Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing on the present moment. Additionally, it includes acknowledging one's feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. This may seem like a lot to ask of a small child....
With the overwhelming collection of toys available to children, sometimes it’s the simplicity of wood blocks that we often ignore. With all the games and electronic toys calling your name in stores, parents sometimes forget to appreciate these traditional toys. Blocks are often overlooked and shouldn’t be. Most parents don’t realize that square building blocks are used by therapists to...
Children typically have started scissor cutting skills by age three snipping paper. Yet, many parents are often reluctant to start cutting due to safety concerns. Cutting can seem like such a simple task, but when I start to explain to parents all the elements involved, they start to look overwhelmed. Here are a couple things to consider to ease into...
They say life is what happens when you're making plans. Here we are again, five months after schools abruptly closed amid the COVID-19 lockdown, gearing up for yet another round of distance learning. This time, we have time to prepare, and that’s half the battle. So, I called my very dear friend Amy Baez and begged for some insider homeschooling tips...
The academic year will probably look different thanks to the pandemic. Whether your children’s school will reopen for classes or continue with an online learning model, you may find that your kids need extra help to succeed this year. With the right tech and online resources, you can give your kids a leg up if they’re struggling. Learn about some...