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It’s a Tuesday morning, and you’re trying to get out the door. But today, the “wrong” socks feel like sandpaper to your child, and the hum of the vacuum cleaner in the hallway has triggered a full-scale emotional collapse. As a parent, you’re exhausted and likely wondering why these daily tasks feel like a battlefield....

What is ABA Therapy? Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy is a highly effective treatment designed to improve social, communication, and learning skills through positive reinforcement. ABA therapy is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, helping them develop essential life skills and reduce problematic behaviors. Our experienced therapists work closely with families to...

 Top ICD-10 Codes for ABA Therapy 1. F84.0 – Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) • Description: A neurodevelopmental disorder characterized by difficulties with social interaction, verbal and nonverbal communication, and restricted, repetitive behaviors. • Used When: A formal diagnosis of ASD has been made by a qualified clinician (psychologist, psychiatrist, or developmental pediatrician). • What This...

Understanding Developmental Milestones: A Guide for Parents Watching your child grow is one of the most rewarding and sometimes nerve-wracking parts of parenting. From those first coos and wobbly steps to learning how to hold a crayon or follow directions, every new skill feels like a small miracle. But it’s also natural to wonder: Is...

How Insurance Works at Associates in Pediatric Therapy Let’s be honest: insurance can feel confusing. Between deductibles, copays, coinsurance, and visit limits, it’s a lot to keep track of, especially when your main focus is getting your child the support they need. We get it. That’s why we want to break down how insurance works...

Executive functions are the essential self-regulating skills that we all use every day to plan, organize, make decisions and learn from past mistakes. Kiddos rely on their executive functions for everything from taking a shower, playing with a toy, writing their name, or even eating a snack!    A few of these skills are:   Working memory: The ability to retain information...

The holiday season is often a time of bright lights, bustling crowds, festive music, and endless activities. While these experiences can be exciting for many, they can also be overwhelming for children with sensory sensitivities or special needs. Overstimulation during the holidays is common, but with some planning and thoughtful strategies, you can help your...

Why Gross Motor Milestones Matter for Your Child’s Development  As parents, we celebrate every little step our children take—literally and figuratively! From rolling over to taking their first steps, these gross motor milestones are more than just exciting moments; they are critical indicators of a child’s development. Understanding and tracking these milestones can help ensure...

APT Families, We understand that the current government shutdown may be creating challenges for some families in our communities. At Associates in Pediatric Therapy, we want to ensure that our families have access to the support they need during this time. Our team has put together a list of local food banks and community pantries by...

The holiday season is filled with excitement, family gatherings, and cherished traditions—but for families of children with special needs, it can also bring unique challenges. Changes in routine, new environments, and heightened sensory experiences can make this time of year overwhelming for both kids and parents. With a little planning and flexibility, though, you can...

When most people hear “pelvic floor therapy,” they think of adults. But did you know that children can also benefit from pelvic floor physical therapy? Pediatric pelvic floor therapy is a specialized approach that helps kids who struggle with bladder, bowel, and core muscle issues, empowering them to feel comfortable and confident in their daily...

As a pediatric therapy provider, one of the most common areas we support is fine motor development, the small but mighty skills that help little hands do big things.  Fine motor milestones are important markers in a child’s growth. These milestones guide how well your child is developing the strength, coordination, and control needed for...

Feeding is one of the very first ways a baby connects with the world. It’s how they get the nutrition they need to grow, but it’s also about comfort, bonding, and learning. At APT, we specialize in feeding and swallowing therapy to support babies and young children who may be struggling with these early, essential...

Summer is right around the corner, and that means family vacations, road trips, and plane rides are on the horizon! For families traveling with toddlers, keeping little hands busy and minds engaged is essential—especially in tight spaces like cars or airplanes.  As a pediatric therapy company, we know how important play is for a child’s...

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...

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Primitive Reflexes are actions that originate from our brainstem and are present at birth that help facilitate survival skills. These reflexes are automatic responses from the baby’s central nervous system and will integrate, or “disappear” within the first 6 months of life or so as the brain matures.  ...

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...

What Are Primitive Reflexes?   Have you ever heard the term Primitive Reflexes? Funny enough, we are all born with them. Primitive Reflexes are involuntary body movements that aid in infant delivery, keeping babies safe /alive, and aid in development through infancy. As infants age and experience different milestones, those primitive reflexes integrate and no longer...

A gestalt language processor learns language in chunks of words rather than one single word at a time. With analytic language learning, a child will begin with single words and begin to combine words, forming longer utterances over time (e.g., “car”, then “red car”, and eventually “It’s a red car!”). Gestalt language processors, however, often...

Fifteen minutes of exercise a day could help your child tell you what they need to say! Home exercise programs (HEPs) are tailor-made for your child to improve speech and language outcomes, encourage long-term habits, and graduate from speech sooner.  At Associates in Pediatric Therapy, we pride ourselves on being family-centered. We believe all parents...

I have heard many parents whose children aren’t currently using natural speech or their speech development is delayed say: “I don’t want a device to keep my child from learning to talk on their own.” This is a common and understandable concern. We all want our children to be able to share their voice, speak...

At Associates in Pediatric Therapy, we proudly offer teletherapy as an option for your child’s therapy services. But what is “teletherapy” and what can patients and caregivers expect from this type of appointment?  Teletherapy is a virtual telehealth appointment that your child can participate in from home. They will be able to interact with their...

Crawling and Child Development Crawling is an important milestone in a child’s development. It allows your child to get from one place to another, but did you know that there are other important benefits of crawling besides movement? Ways to promote crawling: Other ways to promote weight bearing through UE: When picking activities to do,...