Sammy was a happy camper, a really great kid who was comfortable in his own body and knew how to have a good time with friends. However, a few months ago I was called into a meeting at his school for … [Read more...] about How To Help Your Child Follow Directions
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No Friends: Helping The Out-Of-Sync Child Develop Social Skills
Most of the children I see in my OT practice have significant struggles with social skills. They try to fit in and make friends, but are often at a loss for how to respond to social cues. They appear … [Read more...] about No Friends: Helping The Out-Of-Sync Child Develop Social Skills
Four Easy Activities To Enhance Attunement
What’s attunement and why is it so important? Attunement is the awareness of the needs and emotions of another, and an understanding of how to react to them appropriately. Needs and emotions are … [Read more...] about Four Easy Activities To Enhance Attunement
How To Help Your Child Make And Maintain Eye Contact
Do you ever feel like a broken record, repeatedly asking your child to "just look at me when I talk to you?" It can be so frustrating when a child persistently avoids making eye contact. Frankie … [Read more...] about How To Help Your Child Make And Maintain Eye Contact
Kangaroo Care And The Magic Of Touch
Had you at “magic,” didn't I? Yes, there is a kind of magic inherent in touch, including everyday, routine physical contact such as high-fives, shoulder squeezes, and back rubs. The benefits of … [Read more...] about Kangaroo Care And The Magic Of Touch
From My Bookshelf: The Art Of Roughhousing
Why do some kids seem to love rough play? Sometimes, they play so aggressively other children get hurt. You might be surprised to learn that these children have no intention of hurting other kids. In … [Read more...] about From My Bookshelf: The Art Of Roughhousing