October 25, 2018
Do you think he has ADHD? As an early intervention therapist this is a question I get asked by parents with children as young as 16 […]
October 24, 2018
As parents we worry, sometimes unnecessarily about our children. We ask ourselves questions such as, “Is he developing on target?” or “Is his speech delay a […]
October 23, 2018
By Jennifer Smith, BA, MA, TSVI, TEIS Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments One of my baby’s eyes seems to wander, is this a problem? My […]
October 22, 2018
Give Choices: We all feel more in control when we are given a choice and not forced to do something. Making choices gives children a sense […]
October 8, 2018
By Tamara Guo, M.Ed. TEIS Developmental Specialist & Independent Evaluator The sippy cup (aka a child’s cup with a spouted lid) has been around for a […]
October 5, 2018
Parents should worry more about their own screen time and less about their kids' screen time when thinking about early child development
October 5, 2018
Toddlers love to hear the sound of their own voices. And yes, as annoying at it is, toddlers love to shriek-often at the top of their […]
July 19, 2018
What is a routine? A routine is defined as a sequence of actions regularly followed. If you’re not a totally fly by the seat of your […]
June 19, 2018
TEIS is on Social Media-Come Join Us! Do you hang out on Pinterest once the kids are in bed? Looking for info on Tummy Time Activities? […]
June 7, 2018
Positioning Tips for Your Newborn Baby When babies are in-utero their entire bodies remain in a flexed position with both their legs and their arms pushing […]
May 15, 2018
By Tamara Guo, M.Ed TEIS Developmental Specialist Did you just receive that horrifying phone call from your toddler’s day care teacher informing you that “Hailey bit […]
May 7, 2018
By Jenny Wise | jenny@specialhomeeducator.com specialhomeeducator.com Image courtesy of Pixabay Raising a little one with special needs presents unique challenges. With well-chosen activities, you can enhance […]
April 23, 2018
As therapists we are often asked about the intelligibility of toddlers when they speak. Many parents, understandably, are concerned about whether their child’s speech will be […]
March 19, 2018
In this day and age everyone knows that smoking is not good for you and that it adversely affects your health. But, still, not many parent’s […]
March 13, 2018
By www.crowesawmills.ie Playtime is an integral part of a toddler’s development. Once they have mastered crawling and walking, their innate desire is to explore the area […]
March 6, 2018
Toys are more than mere playthings — they’re the tools with which babies and toddlers learn to make sense of the world around them. Playtime is […]
February 9, 2018
Have an empty toilet paper or paper towel roll? Red paint? Scotch Tape? Paper? Then you and your toddler can make this adorable Valentine’s Day craft […]
January 22, 2018
By Jen@BlogOnDirt.com Is Junior starting to climb the crib’s walls and you’re worrying he may finally make it to the rail and plummet down towards the […]
January 15, 2018
By Kate Houston Children are creatures of habit. There’s perhaps no bigger disruption to a routine than moving to a new home. That’s especially true for […]
January 11, 2018
Winter is here in full force and for much of the end of December and early January 2018, we were blasted with bitterly cold temperatures with […]
December 29, 2017
Ah the holidays, shopping, food, gifts, parties, relatives and TODDLERS! You know how stressed you feel during the holidays? Now imagine being a one or two […]
November 14, 2017
By Daniel Sherwin, Guest Blogger at DadSolo.com Mornings are especially hectic if you have little ones. However, you can make your routine less stressful with a […]
November 7, 2017
By Catherine Konstantinos, M.Ed TEIS Developmental Specialist Many children go through a period where separating from their caregiver becomes extremely difficult. This phase can start around […]
October 31, 2017
By Paula Casey at Walsh Brother’s Shoes The moment your child takes her first steps are exceptional moments that will long live in your memory. It’s […]
October 25, 2017
By Catherine Konstantinos, M.Ed. TEIS Developmental Specialist Ah, toddler tantrums– undoubtedly one of the most frustrating parenting experiences. Your child might throw himself on the floor, […]
October 20, 2017
As therapists for young children 0-3 we used to always have parents ask us about how much TV a child should be watching. And, mind […]
October 5, 2017
TEIS has started a month-long Port Authority Bus advertising campaign in the East End and Ross Township. Be sure to be on the lookout for our […]
September 11, 2017
Many parents ask their child’s therapist “When is my baby ready to start finger feeding?” Most babies are ready to begin trying to finger feed small, […]
July 18, 2017
Oh my, aren’t toddlers a challenge? Well, maybe not ALL toddlers, but most moms and dads are given a run for their money at some point […]
June 26, 2017
Your toddler goes through quite a range of emotions in one day, right? His little body and mind want to do so many things, yet he’s […]