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5 Ways to Play with Your Newborn: Expert Tips from an Occupational Therapist

Welcoming a newborn into your family is a magical time, and play is a key part of nurturing your baby’s early development. Engaging with your little one through playful activities not only fosters their growth but also strengthens your bond. Here are five expert-backed ways to play with your newborn that support their sensory, motor, and emotional development.

Halloween Fun: Neurodiversity-Affirming Tips for Celebrating Halloween with Kids

Halloween is a wonderful time of creativity and celebration! For many families, it means dressing up, collecting treats, and enjoying community festivities. However, for neurodivergent children, including those with autism or ADHD, Halloween can present unique challenges. By embracing a neurodiversity-affirming approach, we can create an inclusive and enjoyable experience for everyone.

Missed Autism in Females: Understanding and Addressing the Discrepancy

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is often discussed in the context of its more visible symptoms, but it’s crucial to recognize that the condition can manifest differently, particularly in females. Historically, autism has been under-diagnosed in girls, leading to a gap in understanding and support. Here’s why autism may be missed in females and how we can better address these discrepancies.

How to Choose the Right Therapist for Your Child

Choosing the right pediatric therapist for your child is a significant and personal decision that can greatly impact your child’s development and well-being. Whether your child requires occupational therapy, speech therapy, or any other form of therapeutic support, finding the ideal therapist match can take time and multiple consultations with different providers. It is important to keep in mind that finding the right therapist can be similar to dating - the therapist may be a great person and good at their job and yet they still might not be the best match for your child/family. In this blog post, we'll explore important factors to keep in mind in order to help you make an informed choice for your child's unique needs.

Fight, Flight, Freeze, and Fawn: A Deep Dive into the Lesser-Known Stress Response

Understanding the fawn response is essential because it sheds light on a less recognized way people/children manage stress and navigate their environments. Recognizing this response can help identify patterns of behavior that are detrimental to personal well-being and can inform more supportive strategies for managing stress.

After School Restraint Collapse: A Guide for Parents

Imagine your child comes home from school, and as soon as they step through the door (or maybe even during the car ride home), they seem to unravel. It’s as if the day’s emotional and physical strain suddenly catches up with them, leading to intense meltdowns or irritability. If this scenario sounds familiar, you might be witnessing what is known as After School Restraint Collapse (ASRC).

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