All Things OT Blog
New posts will be added regularly.
Your Baby Was Referred to Early Intervention After the NICU. Now What?
Leaving the NICU can bring excitement, uncertainty, and a whole new set of questions. If your baby was referred to Early Intervention, you may be wondering what happens next. Learn how EI supports your baby's development, what services look like, and why live video visits can be just as meaningful for families who don't have access to local providers.
The PLAY Project: A Relationship-Based Approach to Supporting Young Children with Autism
The PLAY Project is a relationship-based, parent-coached autism program for young children. Learn how it works, how it differs from OT, ST, and DT, and why families love its play-centered approach.
Sensory Processing 101: A Guide to Understanding What Kids Are Really Communicating
Understanding sensory processing is essential for interpreting children’s behaviors, supporting emotional regulation, and promoting development. Inspired by professional conversations in the field and grounded in foundational OT theories, this article breaks down the most common myths about sensory processing using clear explanations and fresh clinical examples to help parents and professionals see the child beneath the behavior.
Stop Comparing Children: A Reflection from a Therapist and a Mom
As a pediatric OT and preemie mom, I’ve learned just how wide the range of “normal” is. What’s hardest? When others compare your child to theirs without understanding the journey.