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🍂 Fall Sensory Play Ideas for Toddlers: Embracing the Crunch, Squish, and Squirm
Fall is the perfect time to explore new textures, sounds, and smells with your toddler! From crunchy leaf piles to the squishy insides of a pumpkin, every experience can build sensory confidence… even for kids who are a little unsure at first. Learn simple ways to adapt seasonal play to your child’s comfort level with these OT-approved ideas.
Supporting Your Baby After the NICU: Tummy Time & Hands-to-Midline Play
Bringing your baby home from the NICU is both exciting and overwhelming. Simple activities like tummy time and hands-to-midline play can help your preemie build strength, coordination, and early play skills. Here are practical ways to weave these into your daily routines without adding stress.
Tummy Time Tips: Encouraging Babies to Bear Weight Through Their Arms and Start Crawling
Tummy time lays the foundation for crawling, but what if your baby isn’t pushing up or moving forward yet? This post shares fun, simple ways to help your baby build arm strength and start crawling with confidence.
Understanding Dysregulation: Strategies for Home, Therapy, and School
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed by your child's intense emotions? This post breaks down what dysregulation is and why it happens, offering simple, practical strategies that you can use both at home and in school to help your child feel more balanced and in control.
Understanding and Embracing Autistic Play
Discover the unique ways your child expresses themselves through play. This post explains what autistic play looks like, highlights the strengths behind these behaviors, and offers practical, parent-friendly tips for nurturing your child's natural creativity. Learn how to create an environment that celebrates and supports your child's unique play style.