Language and communication happen all day long even before the child says their first words. From snack time to story time, your daily routines are filled with opportunities to build your child’s communication skills. Whether they’re learning their first words or starting to form complex sentences, language development is closely tied to connection, interaction, and […]
If you support children and families—whether through therapy, coaching, education, or specialized services—you’ve likely been asked, “So, what exactly do you do?” And if you’ve ever struggled to give a clear answer, you’re not alone. It can be challenging to explain your profession in a way that truly reflects the depth and value of your […]
If you’re a pediatric occupational therapist, physical therapist, speech-language pathologist, parent coach, or child-focused clinician, you already understand the important role pediatricians play in a child’s development. For many families, pediatricians are the first professionals they turn to when developmental, sensory, or behavioral concerns arise. Reaching out to form a relationship may help to increase […]
In this blog post, we’re coving simple, daily strategies to help your child feel more regulated, focused, and calm. Grab the free printable PDF below for the full list of sensory processing strategies for parents. Sensory processing is how the nervous system receives messages from the senses and turns them into appropriate motor and behavioral […]
When we think about helping our kids grow stronger, more coordinated, or more independent, motor skills are often at the top of the list. From zipping up a coat to running across the playground, both fine and gross motor development are critical pieces of a child’s overall growth. But here’s what we sometimes miss: Motor […]
If you’re a professional supporting children’s development, you know that schools are natural referral partners. Teachers, counselors, and administrators work with the same families you serve but they might not know you exist. The good news? You don’t need a complicated marketing strategy to build meaningful school connections. You just need to show up as […]
In this blog post, we want to pull together a massive resource list of Parenting Support That Starts at Home. You’ll find 10 blog posts below that each have specific strategies related to different aspects of development, and simple routines that can be done within the day to promote development. Each blog post has a […]
As parents, we’re juggling meals, laundry, school drop-off, and bedtime routines. Even with those busy schedules, we have the random thoughts of whether or not we’re “doing enough” to support our child’s development. But here’s the good news: you don’t need fancy tools or special programs to help your child grow. It starts right in […]
When you’re worried about your child’s development, whether it’s speech delays, motor coordination, or emotional challenges, it can feel overwhelming to know what to do next. While you’re waiting for evaluations or services, there are simple, meaningful actions you can take right away to support your child’s growth. Here are three strategies pulled directly from […]
You’re committed to helping children and families thrive. You’ve built your skills, poured your heart into your work, and gone above and beyond to support your clients. But when it comes to building or growing your own business, it’s a different story. You’re juggling sessions, reports, parent communication, marketing, and maybe even your own family […]