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Finding the right shoes for children who wear orthotics can be a challenge. Kids need supportive, easy-to-wear footwear that accommodates their unique needs—without sacrificing comfort or style. At Associates in Pediatric Therapy, we often get asked for shoe recommendations that work well with orthotics, and we’re happy to share our top picks for adaptive shoe […]
When it comes to your child’s development, finding the right pediatric therapy provider is crucial. Whether your child needs speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or behavioral support, selecting a provider that meets your family’s needs can make all the difference. If you’re searching for pediatric therapy services in Lexington, KY here are some key […]
During the rainy months, when it’s too wet and chilly for your little one to play outside, it can be challenging to find ways to stimulate their mind and body! When you’re stuck in the house, the same old toys might not seem as fun, and you don’t have much room to move around. It’s […]
Spring is upon us, and some of us might start to get a taste of the warm weather! For many of us, this brings excitement for increasing and resuming outdoor adventures. Some things that people often say about exploring the outdoors is that they like “the flow of the wind in my hair”, “the brush […]
There are enough new words and terms in the world of therapy to send anyone’s head spinning. To a therapist, these concepts are simply part of our daily lives, and we can sometimes forget that they aren’t a part of everyone’s. One concept that often confuses parents is Co-Treatment, often referred to as a “cotreat” […]
The US Academy of Nutrition defines Responsive Feeding as, “child feeding whereby the child’s hunger and satiety cues are recognized and responded to” and states that feeding practitioners, “develop and implement programs for educating parents and caregivers on how to foster healthful lifestyles in home, childcare, and school environments, based on positive feeding relationships, a […]
Watching kids learn to do new things can be such a bittersweet moment. As adults, we can find ourselves offering too much help, over prompting, or just completing activities for kiddos in hopes that they will know we will always be there to support them no matter the need. Children can become reliant on assistance […]
What does it mean to “model” using alternative and augmentative communication (AAC)? Modeling for AAC is similar to modeling spoken language, you’re just using an AAC system (often a speech-generating device) alongside speech! It is using the system yourself while you talk to show the child how it can be used. For example, if you […]
Adults/caregivers play a critical role in shaping and supporting behaviors and regulation skills from birth to young adulthood through a process called co-regulation. Below are tips and tricks to help you understand, empathize and co-regulate with your child/toddler. First tip is to understand how the brain plays a big role in the way a child […]