How I Got My Picky Eater to Try Different Foods
Picky Eater “You’re going to get back what you’re dishing out!” said my mother as I sat stubbornly at the dinner table refusing to eat what was on my plate....
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TOP 5 Favorite Toys in his “bag of tricks” as an Occupational Therapist
Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood” -Fred Rogers...
Jingle All the Way
The joys of the holiday season! It can be the best days of your lives but, again, it can get pretty hectic; shopping, wrapping gifts, decorating, attending holiday events. Trying...
Tech Tips for a Jolly Holiday
Tech Tips Smart home technology makes life easier for users of all ages and abilities – and it’s fun! Build your smart and connected home with Google Nest home automation...
Fostering Healthy Relationships: What Do You Do if You Suspect Abuse?
If someone is involved in a relationship that is not good for them, one of the most important strategies for a healthy future is to talk to someone who they...
Tips on Respite Strategies for Families Caring for Children with Special Needs
Respite Strategies 1. Be Kind to Yourself. Talk to yourself the way you would a friend. Engage in compassionate self-talk, building yourself up instead of tearing yourself down. Do...
Create, Cook, Talk: Halloween Witch Cupcakes
Halloween Fun and YUM!!! Witch Hat Cupcakes Fun Facts The wicked witch was portrayed by Margaret Hamilton, in the classic 1939 film based on Baum’s novel. Ingredients Chocolate Store-Bought...
What is Fragile X Syndrome (FXS)?
Fragile X syndrome is a genetic condition and the prevalence of FXS in males is estimated to be between 1 in 4000 and 1 in 7000, and in females between...
Bookshelf Essentials: Supporting Different-Ability Awareness
Support Different-Ability Awareness this October. Share these books with your community. : ) Ben’s Adventures: A Day at the Beach by Elizabeth Gerlach A heartwarming children’s book series about...
Create, Cook, Talk: Our Favorite Ogre’s Snack Snot Stick Pretzels
Snot Stick Pretzels This Halloween snack is sure to gross out (not really) your family members or friends. However, that is the point to make a “gross looking” snack Pretzels...