All Things OT Blog
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The Power of Deep Pressure: Seeing My Toddler Ask for What She Needed
When my 1.5-year-old began piling toys into her lap, I realized she wasn’t just playing—she was asking for deep pressure. What happened next reminded me just how powerful sensory input can be, even before a child learns to ask for it with words.
When Kids Just Love to Throw: Understanding Why and What to Do About It
Throwing is more than just a messy habit. It’s a developmental milestone! Toddlers love the cause-and-effect of seeing objects fly and feeling that big body motion in their muscles and joints. Learn how to understand the “why” behind throwing and discover simple ways to guide it into safe, purposeful play.
Fun Activities to Support Grasp Development for Kids Ages 0-5
Explore a variety of fun, playful activities designed to strengthen your little one’s grasp! This post breaks down simple, engaging exercises that naturally build fine motor skills in kids ages 0-5, making everyday play a foundation for healthy development.
Mastering Mealtime: Fun Tips to Help Kids Tackle Spoons and Forks!
Transform mealtime into a fun and stress-free learning experience! This post offers simple, playful tips to help your child confidently master using spoons and forks, building fine motor skills and independence along the way.
