Author: Sheree

How Using a Pacifier too Long can Lead to Crooked Teeth, Tongue Thrust, Pacifier Teeth, and More. Pacifiers are often used to help soothe infants

From an SLP_A? Hello! My name is Sandra Hernandez. On official documents, I sign my name as Sandra Hernandez, B.S., SLPA. Now, you may be

As parents, we play many roles.  We are caregivers, professional snugglers, chauffers, coaches, cooks, maids, and cheerleaders.  We are booger wipers, owie fixers, and toy locators.  These

When Words Get Sticky and Make Life a Little Tricky     Imagine talking to your child one day, his message clear as day. The next

The Benefits of Sign Language for Babies and Toddlers’ In recent years, there has been a growing trend of teaching babies and toddlers’ sign language.

Occupational therapy can have many benefits for children. School-based therapists and outpatient pediatric therapists can help children meet their goals and increase their success. In addition,

To start, let’s talk about oral sensory processing. The sensory receptors located inside of our mouths process information regarding texture, temperature, and taste. Oral sensory

This is the age-old question: Is my child ready for Kindergarten? Will they succeed? Do they have the right skills? I have been asked these

Oftentimes, when a parent of a young child comes in for an evaluation for speech and language, they are wanting tips on ways to help

A common question I get is, “At what age should my child have a hand preference?”   Many experts agree that a consistent hand preference

What is W-Sitting?             W-sitting occurs when a child is seated with their bottom on the floor, their knees bent. And toes turned outwards, away

Toe walking is very common in children as they learn to walk. While many children outgrow the habit, persistent toe walking can itself lead to

Congenital muscular torticollis is a common condition seen by physical therapists in the pediatric setting.  Torticollis is the tightness of the sternocleidomastoid muscle on one

As a speech-language pathologist and a mother of two young children, I am fascinated by early language development. Infants develop language through interaction, and I

Although the oral motor is a hot topic among SLPs, there is no denying its benefits in terms of chewing and swallowing.  So many children

Children that do not eat is becoming more prevalent each year. Although we may not understand “why” the number is increasing there are often medical

What is emergent language? Emergent language is the language skills that kiddos acquire over their first three years of life (up to 36 months). So,

We’ve all heard and used the expression “Ready, Set, Go!” but recently I read a book entitled, “ready, set, breathe” by Carla Naumburg, Ph.D., which

The one thing I love about my job is discharging a patient. Don’t get me wrong, I love working with them and I have developed

Are you looking for tools to expand your child’s language skills at home? Let us help! We suggest applying basic language concepts to find new ways

Early intervention can greatly improve the developmental outcomes of a child with developmental delays, special needs, or other concerns. It helps by providing children with

From my time as a student here at Sensory Solutions to now as a developing occupational therapist, I have come to recognize that each and