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What is a speech sound disorder? A speech sound disorder occurs when children have difficulties producing sounds within their speech, making it difficult for others

Outdoor play provides children with rich sensory experiences that support healthy development and complement the goals often addressed through pediatric occupational therapy and other pediatric

In pediatric speech therapy we support communication development by targeting speech sounds, language skills, and foundational abilities such as oral motor skills. When targeting oral

“Why is feeding so hard for my baby?” If you’ve found yourself asking this question, you are not alone. Feeding your baby is supposed to

Autism can affect how a child expresses their needs, understands language, interacts with others, and picks up on social cues. Some children may use very

Teaching your child to ride a bike is such an exciting milestone. It can also feel a little intimidating—for both of you! The good news?

It can be challenging to incorporate speech therapy at home using strategies provided by your therapist. Children are in their home environment more than in

Tummy time seems small but just a few minutes a day can make such a big difference. Just a few minutes a day can help

One piece of advice given a lot in pediatric speech therapy is to not tell your child “say __”. We know that this may seem

Is your child struggling with letter identification? Here are some tips used in pediatric occupational therapy clinics that can help your child learn to recognize

Vestibular input is our body’s internal GPS and balance monitor. The vestibular system is located in our inner ear and sends information to our brain

The tactile system is made up of nerves located just beneath the surface of the skin. These nerves send information to the brain about touch,

What do occupational therapists do with kids? Pediatric occupational therapists help children of various ages participate and build independence in activities they do every day.

Stuttering is a communication disorder in which a person’s flow of speech is disrupted by disfluencies. Some disfluencies in speech are more typical than others.

What are disfluencies in speech? Disfluencies are interruptions in the natural flow of speech. They can include repetitions, fillers, hesitations, blocks, prolongations, or self-corrections (repairs).

Supporting your child’s language development doesn’t have to happen only during speech therapy sessions or structured playtime. Language learning can happen naturally throughout your daily

Helping a child gain independence in all aspects of life is what pedatric occupational therapy is all about. One important way occupational therapists support this