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03.29.2021

Here’s a twist on traditional dyed Easter eggs – tie dye Easter eggs! It’s fairly simple to transfer the patterns from 100% silk ties (any 100% silk material works) onto white eggs. Upscale an old sentimental tie, or have fun thrift shopping for inexpensive silk material. This unique technique is certain to provide a set

03.22.2021

At Risk Readers

Literacy development in the preschool and elementary school years sets the foundation for reading and writing success in school. Children begin formal instruction in reading and writing once they begin kindergarten. Each grade builds on skills learned in the previous grade. Children who struggle in the early grades fall progressively further behind their peers as

03.08.2021

Cesarean Sections and Pelvic Physical Therapy

Cesarean sections, or C-sections, are one of the most common surgeries performed. Twenty two percent of women in the United States have undergone one. Some C-sections are planned and scheduled, and some are performed due to complications that occur during labor. A C-section is a major abdominal surgery. Yet, most women do not receive any

04.05.2021

Stress and Trauma in Children

Stress and trauma are issues many children have to deal with. Trauma is a real or perceived threat to life or serious injury. Experiences of stress over time and the stress exceeding the child’s ability to cope can lead to big cognitive shifts and behavioral changes. For many of our children, the stressors brought on

03.25.2021

Oreo Dirt Cups

Oreo dirt cups are a simple snack/dessert cup which can be used across a variety of occasions and themes including: birthdays, holidays, springtime, dinosaurs, or excavation. Feel free to get creative! Have your kids help. Cooking provides opportunities for kids to work on reading, math, and direction following. And it can provide a sensory experience

03.15.2021

Let’s Bust Speech Therapy Myths

Speech-language pathology, otherwise known as speech therapy, is a highly misunderstood concept. Sure, we have all likely heard about it. But unless we, or someone we know, directly benefits from speech therapy, our understanding will likely be misconstrued. This article will serve to debunk the most common speech therapy myths. Myth 1: Speech therapists only