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...
We have all heard parents describe their children negatively by saying they are acting like animals. They may be jumping on or crawling under furniture testing a parents patience. What if encouraging them to act like animals actually had benefits to their development? Then would it be okay with you? Why? Using animal walks in the name of exercise could help to build...
In all my years of working with parents, there is one certainty. Parents need as much help as they can get with their kids especially during the busy holiday season. Interestingly, they often don’t realize that their children can be their biggest helpers by learning how to do things for themselves. Understanding appropriate expectations for a child is what stops...
I'm an occupational therapist with close to 20 years of experience working with parents of young children. I often get asked, “What do you recommend I buy?” First, I try to use toys and objects already in the home as much as possible. I understand that starting therapy services with your child can be overwhelming enough without having to buy...