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01.26.2026
Handwriting Help
Handwriting can feel frustrating for kids — and confusing for parents. Questions like “Is my child holding their pencil correctly?” or “How can I help without making it a battle?” are incredibly common. The good news? Handwriting skills develop over time, and with the right support, practice can be simple, fun, and effective. Let’s break
01.10.2026
Development of Vision
The development of vision, or how we perceive and interpret visual stimuli, is a complex process that unfolds over time. Vision development occurs both during early infancy and throughout childhood. Here’s a breakdown of how vision develops: Prenatal Development of Vision Weeks 4-6: The basic structure of the eyes starts forming early in fetal development.
12.17.2025
ADHD and Occupational Therapy
Living with ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) can feel like trying to organize a cluttered room in a hurricane. From struggles with attention and impulse control to emotional regulation and sensory challenges, ADHD affects daily life in many ways — for both children and adults. But how can occupational therapy (OT) help? Occupational therapists focus on helping
02.02.2026
Hand Arch Formation: Why Does it Matter?
Most people don’t think about the “architecture” of the hand, but therapists know: the arches of the hand are the quiet powerhouses behind nearly every fine motor skill. When these arches are strong, flexible, and well‑refined, children can grasp, manipulate, and coordinate tools with ease. When they’re underdeveloped, even simple tasks can feel tiring or
01.19.2026
After School Meltdowns
The school year is half done. Your child wakes up early, spends most of the day in class with their peers – listening and sitting, learning and writing, socially engaging, keeping their cool – and then comes home. Cue after school meltdowns. Why do kids have after school meltdowns? How come they don’t engage and
12.29.2025
How Children Learn to Tell Stories
Narrative development—how children learn to tell and understand stories—is a fundamental aspect of language and cognitive growth. Keep reading to explore the stages of narrative development, its importance, and how parents and caregivers can encourage storytelling in young children. Stages of How Children Learn to Tell Stories 1. Preverbal Narrative Skills (Birth to 2 Years)
