by Amanda Pahl | Jan 4, 2022 | General information, Parenting, School, Speech & Language, Uncategorized
What is decontextualized language? Why is it important for your preschooler? Decontextualized language is language that does not refer to the “here and now.” While lots of parents and professionals are aware of the importance of language skills such as vocabulary and...
by Amanda Pahl | Nov 17, 2021 | Autism, Behavioral regulation, General information, Holidays, Parenting, Sensory Processing/Integration, Travel
The holiday season is already upon us, and if you’re like me, you are already planning how much tacky holiday apparel is appropriate to wear during the entire holiday season. For some people, the holidays are full of joy and whimsy. For others, however, the holiday...
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 29, 2021 | Autism, Holidays, Parenting, Sensory Processing/Integration, Travel
Now that summer is here, your family may be considering going on a big vacation! Here, we’ll learn about ways to plan for a family trip with your child who has sensory differences, who is Autistic*, or who otherwise has needs that may require additional support or...
by emerge | Nov 23, 2020 | Autism, Eating/Feeding skills, Food and Drink, General information, Infant Development, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Physical Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Speech & Language, Uncategorized
Have you ever experienced a change in your appetite when you weren’t feeling well? Experienced reflux? Been constipated? What happened? Chances are that you were able to assess how your body was feeling and identify ways to make it feel better. Or you had the...
by emerge | Nov 17, 2020 | Autism, Community, General information, Occupational Therapy, Parenting, Physical Therapy, Sensory Processing/Integration, Uncategorized
Are you tired of changing your child’s diaper or helping them wipe their bottom? Do you know when to begin potty training? A search in any parenting group or forum on Facebook or elsewhere, related to potty training, will unearth many people with many different...
by emerge | Nov 16, 2020 | Autism, General information, Infant Development, Parenting, Play, Reading, Speech & Language
Language development can be both simple and incredibly complex. Some children seem to be born talking. Others seem to take their own sweet time. It can be a challenge as a parent or caregiver to know when your child’s language is okay and when to wait and...
