November 7, 2013
Mounting research is prompting news reports on the recommended daily allowance for Vitamin D. In the past it was believed that we get enough Vitamin D […]
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
Note: This is the summary of an article by Kelly Dorfman, M.S., L.D.N. Nutritionsish and Cofounder DDR In last month’s issue we featured an article detailing […]
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
Nutrition services assess the nutritional needs of the child and correct for any nutritional deficiencies. Nutrition services are provided by a registered dietitian. Services include the […]
November 7, 2013
Copyright 1997/2019 Kay A. Toomey Unlike picky eating, problem feeding is not a normal part of child development. Children who are problem feeders often have inadequate […]
November 7, 2013
What are the causes of Feeding Problems? There are many factors which can contribute to problems feeding. They can be medical, environmental, behavioral, nutritional, sensory related, […]
November 7, 2013
Pediatricians recommend breast milk for baby’s health. A mother’s milk has just the right amount of fat, sugar, water, and protein that is needed for a baby’s […]
November 7, 2013
Torticollis is not simply a diagnosis, but a sign of an underlying disorder. Torticollis means “twisted neck” and describes an abnormal neck posture with persistent rotation […]
November 7, 2013
Yoga has been practiced for centuries and Web MD states that currently as many as 11 million Americans are taking advantage of yoga to help them […]
November 7, 2013
What is Torticollis? Torticollis means ‘twisted neck’ and is caused by damage to or a shortening of the Sterno-cleido-mastoid muscle (SCM muscle) in a baby’s neck. […]
November 7, 2013
Selective dorsal rhizotomy is a neurosurgical procedure which can permanently reduce spasticity and improve motor functions in children with cerebral palsy. If preformed at an early […]
November 7, 2013
Sensory processing disorder occurs when a child experiences difficulty processing information from the five senses: vision, auditory, touch, taste, and smell. In addition, Sensory Processing Disorder […]
November 7, 2013
Including children with special needs into regular child care settings is becoming a trend in today’s society. The benefits of inclusion (defined as having children of […]
November 7, 2013
Sensory pressure vests provide constant, even deep pressure to children when their body is craving this important calming and organizing proprioceptive input. Pressure vests promote self-calming, […]
November 7, 2013
Almost everyone knows a preemie. Whether you were born early, your own child was or a friend or neighbor’s baby came into the world before 38 […]
November 7, 2013
Premature babies, typically referred to as “preemies” enter the word earlier than their full term peers, at 37 weeks or fewer gestation. Many preemies are born […]
November 7, 2013
What is “People First Language”? The term came about primarily to recognize the fact that people with disabilities are first and foremost people, and should not […]
November 7, 2013
In working with children with special needs and their families for nearly 18 years, I can honestly say that the old cliche “laughter is the best […]
November 7, 2013
When most people think about inclusion they think about children with disabilities being included in the typical classrooms within their schools. But inclusion should extend beyond […]
November 7, 2013
As I watch my now 8 year old daughter hop down from the bottom step of the school bus and run to meet me across the […]
November 7, 2013
The Gluten Free Casein Free Diet (GFCF Diet) is currently used as a dietary intervention treatment for children and adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, PDD-NOS, Celiac […]
November 7, 2013
Friendship plays an important role in everyone’s life. When one has no friends life spans are significantly reduced. Experts agree that friendship is not a luxury, […]
November 7, 2013
As a mom to a nine year old daughter with multiple physical, cognitive and life-threatening medical needs, I feel like I have been through it all. […]
November 7, 2013
We receive many questions from parents in our Ask A Therapist forum asking “Am I harming my child or causing additional speech delays by speaking to […]
November 7, 2013
Fostering Play Skills for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Play is an essential part of facilitating a child’s development, including their social, emotional, physical and […]