More or Less Sensory Input?
But remember: sensory processing is not static. Children can fluctuate between needing more and less, and many have what we call mixed responsiveness.
Does Your Child Hate Writing? Here’s Why (and How to Help)
Most parents think it’s a pencil grip issue or just lack of practice.
But writing struggles often have nothing to do with the hand.
The truth is, if your child avoids writing, the problem usually runs much deeper. And the solution isn’t “more handwriting practice.”
What is a Video-Based Assessment?
People are often surprised when I say I offer video-based assessments.
“Is that even effective?”
“Can you really assess a child that way?”
I get those questions a lot ……. and I get them!
So let me walk you through what a video-based assessment actually is, how it works, and why it can be so helpful.
7 Insights about Hypermobility
Hypermobility means some of the joints in your child’s body stretch and move more than expected. They’re extra bendy or flexible. But it’s not just about being “double-jointed.” Hypermobility can impact motor coordination, digestion, energy levels, sleep, emotional regulation, and even writing.
How This Child Gained Confidence in Writing — A Holistic Approach for Struggling Kids
Parents often wonder if progress in movement and coordination relates to writing and the answer is YES!
When we build foundational skills, the ripple effect reaches beyond just writing.
This child didn’t gain writing confidence by being pushed to write.
They gained it by becoming stronger, more aware of their body, and more regulated; and the writing followed.
Welcome (Back) to the Blog
You will not find quick fixes or one size fits all solutions here. Just real conversations and support for those navigating real life with neurodivergent kids.
Do Pencil Grips Help with Writing?
Using a pencil grasp requires strength and coordination on the child’s part and is ultimately, an exercise in itself.
Kids first need to develop sensory processing, core strength and fine motor skills for pencil control or to more comfortably use the grip.
Sensory Chalk Walk Obstacle Courses
People often think these chalk obstacle courses are difficult to make, however they’re so fun and you can involve your kids in making them too. We made a bunch of these on our streets for younger and older children, and even made one for an elderly neighbour across the street. It was so fun watching them through our window laugh and do them with friends.
Benefits of Yoga for Children in Occupational Therapy
Breathing alongside movements encourages children to breathe while moving (many children who are weak tend to hold their breath while doing motor tasks as they are using their diaphragm, a breathing muscle, to hold their body versus to breathe)
Baby Owned Movements
My son crawled at 9 months, sat at nearly 10 months, and walked at 16 months. According to developmental charts, his sitting and walking are considered to be within the later range of ‘normal.’ Charts indicate that babies sit at six months when placed in sitting by an adult. The baby does not own that movement of sitting by being able to move in and out of positions. Most are actually stuck in sitting and struggle to get ‘unstuck.’