by Amanda Pahl | 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...
by Amanda Pahl | Dec 5, 2022 | Holidays, Play, Toys
Our therapists have compiled a list of their favorite gift recommendations based on the age of your child. Scroll down to the age range you are looking for and read the blurbs on why we love these toys. Click on each picture to shop online! For Babies: Sit to Stand...
by Amanda Pahl | Apr 6, 2022 | Play, Speech & Language, Toys
As Speech-Language Pathologists, pretend play is one of our favorite activities to support language development. Pretend play has a number of great benefits for children’s development of language skills. Several key benefits are outlined below: Building Conversational...
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 24, 2021 | Play, Reading, Speech & Language
One of our favorite ways to support language development during the preschool years up through the school years is through game play! We know that children are more engaged and motivated when they are having a good time, and luckily there are many games we can use....
by Amanda Pahl | Jun 24, 2021 | Play, Reading, Speech & Language
¡Una de nuestras formas favoritas de apoyar el desarrollo del lenguaje durante los años preescolares hasta los años escolares es a través del juego! Sabemos que los niños están más comprometidos y motivados cuando se divierten y, afortunadamente, hay muchos juegos que...
by Amanda Pahl | May 25, 2021 | Emerge programs, Fine motor activities, General information, Gross Motor, Infant Development, Play, Toys
Do you have an infant at home? Are you looking for fun, outside activities this summer? Join Dr. Sarah as she explains the benefits of water play and fun ideas you can try at home with your infant! Water play is a great way for infants to work on developing their...
