Breastfeeding & Sensory Processing Difficulties
Breastfeeding & Sensory Processing Difficulties Date Posted: June 23, 2014 BREASTFEEDING AS A THERAPY This is my first blog post in perhaps two years! I’ve been pretty busy with my now-toddler-then-baby but this is a topic very close to my heart. I lived it and breathed it for a whole year which is how long […]
Babies – Early Signs: How do you know?
Babies – Early Signs: How do you know? Date Posted: July 9, 2013 Why we provide an intensive model of treatment at ot4kids, London? Traditionally, Occupational therapists treat children 1-2 times per week, oftentimes for years. We prefer to provide intensive blocks of treatment for children receiving OT. Research from the SPD Foundation indicates that […]
Intensive Treatment Blocks
Intensive Treatment Blocks Date Posted: March 27, 2013 Why we provide an intensive model of treatment at ot4kids, London? Traditionally, Occupational therapists treat children 1-2 times per week, oftentimes for years. We prefer to provide intensive blocks of treatment for children receiving OT. Research from the SPD Foundation indicates that children actually benefit more from […]
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSESSMENT – What’s it all about?
OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY ASSESSMENT – What’s it all about? Date Posted: March 16, 2013 Parents often wonder what’s involved in an occupational therapy assessment? This really varies amongst Occupational Therapists based on our experience and interests, what the parents want the child’s individual needs. In my practice, this is how it generally goes. PHONE CALL:Initially, parents […]
Therapeutic Benefits of Babywearing
Therapeutic Benefits of Babywearing Date Posted: November 10, 2012 I’ve an 8-month old baby with sensory processing difficulties and who has had a bit of a rough start from a traumatic birth. Babywearing has been a huge part of our lives as he struggles to tolerate any seating devices especially strollers and car seats. We […]
Integrated Listening Systems therapy at ot4kids
Integrated Listening Systems therapy at ot4kids Date Posted: August 19, 2012 I use Integrated Listening Systems (iLS) Therapy to improve children’s sensory processing, motor skills development, auditory processing, attention and regulation. I have found that iLS and Occupational Therapy together make a good pair and help children progress faster. It is also effective as part […]
Sensory Processing – Early Warning Signs for Babies
Sensory Processing – Early Warning Signs for Babies Date Posted: June 11, 2011 In my practice I work with many children with sensory processing difficulties that are identified during their school years. These children may struggle with concentrating in class, coping with transitions or changes, or playing with peers. They can be clumsy, have difficulty […]