Children with ADHD often benefit from the structure that in-person school provides. Many children will likely continue to have online classes well into 2021. Children with ADHD will need additional support to thrive in the virtual classroom. The following is a list of ideas to help your ADHD child to cope with online learning: Create […]
Feeling stressed? …Your children may be feeling stressed too
by Stephen Betts, LPC, ATR-BC We often think of stress as mainly affecting adults. We may not often stop to consider how stress affects children as well. 2020 has been a stressful year for most people. This year has brought many unexpected changes including health concerns, job losses, changes in daily routines, and working or […]
Seating Tips for Virtual Learning
Proper seating and positioning is essential for learning. Check out these tips from our physical therapists, Lacey Ellis and Laura Lee, to help get the most out of your child’s virtual learning experience. Lacey Ellis, PT, DPT Laura Lee, PT, DPT
Helping your child through COVID-19
Children feel stress and anxiety just like adults! They just express it in different ways. When children express anxiety or fears about the pandemic, there are some things parents can do to help. Model a positive outlook and be aware of what you discuss in front of your children. Children will take their cues […]
Flex Your Flexibility -Anne Abernathy, MS, OTR/L
We’ve all heard of “going with the flow” and said to ourselves “I can be flexible”. But sometimes it’s easier said than done. Having flexible thinking means having the ability to change plans at the last minute or enter a situation without expectation and be okay with whatever the outcome may be. I don’t know […]
OT…In a Pandemic
I have been an occupational therapist for 3 years now, which feels both like forever and no time at all when I think about it. I have worked with kids aged from 6 weeks old to 19 years old, seen a variety of diagnoses/presentations/conditions, and learned more from the kids I’ve had the pleasure […]
OT Tools at Home
We know our kids are dealing with a lot of changes as schools and therapy clinics transition to distance learning and telehealth models. One thing that may be overlooked is their access to therapeutic equipment that they were using in the classroom or clinic. Here are a few ways to recreate common OT tools using […]
Fun Ways to Pass the Time
We know school closures can be intimidating and confusing for our kiddos (and adults!), so we have put together this resource to help you think about what to do during the few weeks off. Below please find some tips, activity ideas, and a list of online resources aimed at providing parents with academic, creative, functional, […]
Play Outside!
Did you know playing and spending time outdoors has many benefits for children? Outdoor play is a multi-sensory experience. Playing in the backyard, at the park, or on the playground provides input to all of the senses in our body such as aromas from plants, the sight of nature, and feeling unique textures, just to […]
Screen Time Dilemmas
Screen Time Dilemmas We’ve all read the articles warning us of the dangers of too much screen time and the impact on child development. But in today’s culture, technology is not just a luxury but a necessity. In 2016, the American Academy of Pediatrics introduced new, more flexible screen time recommendations that do not include […]