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12.04.2020
Toys for Pencil Grasp and Writing – MOSAIC Gift Guide Part II
MOSAIC’s toys for developing pencil grasp and writing are here with the Christmas holiday just around the corner! Along with the excitement of the season also comes the stress of finding that “perfect toy” for that special child. Toys are a BIG thing for occupational therapists. Therefore, we use toys to help guide a child’s
toys for pencil grasp
11.30.2020
What is Occupational Therapy? Part Two – 5 Through 18 Years
Last week, in Part 1 of “What is Occupational Therapy?”, I spoke about what OTs look at for in the age range of birth to 4 years. I will now discuss ages 5-18 years. Remember, I am looking at the overall development levels of the child. I need to know this information in order to
11.16.2020
Running Quick Tips
Running can be a great way to get outside and stay in shape! If you are new to running or if you do well with keeping up your weekly mileage, injuries may happen. These running quick tips can help. Seven Running Quick Tips for Injury Prevention #1 – The 10% rule The number 1 way
12.07.2020
Pacifier Facts – A Speech Therapist’s Perspective
Binky, pacifier, paci, dummy, soother – there are so many names! At least once a week the conversation of pacifiers is brought up to me as a speech therapist. Will it ruin our breastfeeding journey? Is it going to be a sleep crutch for my baby? How much does it really impact speech development? Do
12.03.2020
MOSAIC Holiday Gift Guide Part I
A MOSAIC holiday gift guide just in time!!! We hear you!! All of us get pulled into the Amazon or Google toy search and frequently we buy on impulse or because the toy looks “good,” especially for ages 1-3. We tend to recommend that parents go back to simpler times and maximize development by setting
11.23.2020
What is Occupational Therapy? Part 1 – Infant Through 4 Years
“What is occupational therapy?” is the most frequently asked question I hear, but I think it is the wrong question. I think the question should be, “What does a pediatric occupational therapist look at?” To begin with, for children and youth, I am looking at the overall development levels of the child. I need to