August 14, 2014
Paint with Water: Use a large cup, bowl or small bucket and an extra large paintbrush (such as the ones you use to paint the house) […]
April 3, 2014
Communication comes in many forms. From a cry to express hunger to rhythmic kicks of their feet to show excitement, children begin communicating in the earliest years of their life. For most, communication continues to develop and becomes an everyday effortless activity; however, for individuals with disabilities, communication can be a constant obstacle.
March 20, 2014
In my profession as a pediatric dietitian I frequently have parents ask, “How do I change my child’s eating habits?” Some parents would like their child to eat more, some to eat less, others to eat healthier and others just to include more variety. We have all heard the traditional response that as a parent we should model good eating habits. Sometimes that just isn’t enough. I always include trying to make healthy eating fun for your children.
March 18, 2014
During early childhood, there is an important progression of oral motor skills that a child gains in order to move on to each set of new foods. One of the most significant of these oral motor skills is tongue lateralization, or the movement of the tongue from side to side inside the mouth.
February 19, 2014
As children grow and develop, their literacy grows with them! It is never too early to start. Here are just a few ideas to help you get your journey started.
February 4, 2014
Parenting a toddler is a challenge, even more so if you already have older or younger children in your home. Many parents often wish that their children ages 12-36 months would just “stay still” for a bit so they could catch a break.
January 28, 2014
Did you know that early, age-appropriate music experiences can enrich a child’s language, literacy, social development, cognition, attention span, mathematical, motor and self-regulation skills?
January 23, 2014
I have a 6.5 month old (she was 5 weeks early). She didn’t start lifting during tummy time until 2.5-3 months and she struggles to push […]
December 10, 2013
Why is my baby crying? It can be quite overwhelming to respond to the needs of your new baby let alone know what they need and […]
November 11, 2013
Involve your child in selecting eyewear (frames). If they have a say in the style they will be more inclined to wear them. Make sure the […]
November 7, 2013
As a developmental therapist I am always amazed when parents tell me that they weren’t aware that their young children would enjoy such “old fashioned” toys […]
November 7, 2013
What Are Good Toys for Toddlers? The definition of a toy is “something to play with”. Some parents feel that good toys must be store bought […]
November 7, 2013
What most people don’t tell you when you have a baby, is that along with the baby, comes a mountain of toys. New parents frequently wonder […]
November 7, 2013
Teaching a baby how to eat and enjoy food is a fun and exciting milestone for many parents. It is essential for us as parents to […]
November 7, 2013
As on occupational therapist in the early intervention field, parents often ask me, “Why won’t my child eat Stage 3 foods?” This is a very common […]
November 7, 2013
As therapists we often visit families homes where babies are sucking juice out of bottles at 6 months old (or sooner!) and toddlers are carrying around […]
November 7, 2013
General Ways to Improve Your Child’s Eating: Establish a daily schedule for your family Set consistent times for meals and snacks Do not allow eating between […]
November 7, 2013
Holiday snacking does not have to be all about cookies and candies. If you plan ahead and involve your kids in the shopping and preparation, holiday […]
November 7, 2013
Babies, toddlers, children and teens adults, too are their healthiest if they eat a variety of wholesome foods. Since the early years of your child’s […]
November 7, 2013
You might pass a billboard with an upside-down can of Coca-Cola on it with the word yoga underneath, or see an advertisement for pretzels claiming that […]
November 7, 2013
Tummy Time in the First 3 Weeks We have all heard about the importance of tummy time; increased vestibular input, respiratory benefits, digestive benefits and strength […]
November 7, 2013
Take a moment and remember the last time you were absorbed in a really good book. Or the last time you were right in the middle […]
November 7, 2013
As a pediatric physical therapist for many years, I keep returning to the idea that posture, alignment and positioning are crucial for helping all children develop […]
November 7, 2013
Ideas for Playing with Your Child One play idea is to set a theme for your week. For example: Vehicles. Go to the library and check […]
November 7, 2013
In our busy lives, mealtimes can be simultaneously a brief reprieve from a hectic schedule and one of the most chaotic points in a family’s daily […]
November 7, 2013
Do you dread giving your child a bath, trimming her nails, wiping her face or nose, or taking your child to get a haircut? Don’t worry, […]
November 7, 2013
In today’s age of electronic everything, it’s rare to have a truly quiet moment. A child’s ‘down time’ is frequently spent with the television on or […]
November 7, 2013
Calming Infants Take a look in the Parenting section at any major bookstore and you’ll find a wide selection of books promising to make your baby […]
November 7, 2013
One thing is for certain, both young children and grown ups need their sleep. As adults we know what it’s like to function with little or […]
November 7, 2013
By Todd Wolynn, MD, MMM, IBCLC Kid’s Plus Pediatrics “My toddler has his own bed, but he won’t sleep in it. He will scream and cry […]