by Ali Evans | Jun 18, 2025 | Community, Eating/Feeding skills, Food and Drink, General information, Infant Development, Occupational Therapy, Parenting
Hi everyone! My name is Dr. Sarah Johnson, and I’m a pediatric occupational therapist and part of the infant development team here at Emerge Pediatric Therapy. Today I am excited to share some tips on how to introduce straw cup drinking to your infant after six months...
by Ali Evans | Feb 10, 2025 | Community, General information, Parenting, Speech & Language
Every child has a unique way of communicating, and all forms of communication are valid and meaningful. If your child is working on speech goals, you may have been encouraged to practice at home—but how can you support their communication journey in a way that builds...
by Ali Evans | Jan 21, 2025 | Autism, Community, General information, Parenting
When it comes to autism awareness, symbols play a powerful role in representing the community and fostering understanding. Two of the most prominent symbols are the puzzle piece and the infinity symbol. While both aim to raise awareness, they resonate differently with...
by Emerge Marketing | Jun 27, 2024 | Holidays, Parenting, Sensory Processing/Integration
The 4th of July is a time of celebration, filled with vibrant festivities, parades, barbecues, and, of course, fireworks. However, for children with Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), these activities can be overwhelming and distressing. As a parent, it’s...
by Emerge Marketing | Jun 26, 2024 | Eating/Feeding skills, Occupational Therapy, Parenting
When we think of self-care, we often think about things that we can do to support our physical and mental health. However, did you know that the foundation for self-care skills develops during childhood? As caregivers, we take on the responsibility of caring for our...
by Emerge Marketing | Apr 25, 2024 | General information, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Play, Sensory Processing/Integration
We all know the saying “don’t cry over spilled milk”, but imagine it’s a busy morning getting the kids ready for school, lunches packed, and breakfast made, all while still preparing yourself for your own day ahead. A gallon of milk on the floor in the midst of that...
