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The Benefits of Occupational Therapy for Kids

April is Occupational Therapy Awareness Month!  What is Occupational Therapy (OT)? OT helps people of all ages with physical, sensory or cognitive issues overcome barriers that affect their everyday lives. It is an important part of a child’s development as it focuses on carrying out everyday tasks and improving their level of functioning and independence.  […]

How Standing Outside Barefoot Benefits Your Health

Did you know standing outside barefoot is beneficial and has a scientific name? Grounding, or earthing, is the practice of standing on the ground barefoot to absorb the Earth’s natural electric charge. According to the National Library of Medicine, grounding produces positive effects on inflammation, immune responses, wound healing, and can be beneficial in the […]

The Importance of Self-Esteem in Kids

The month of February is most often associated with love. We teach our kiddos the importance of spreading love and kindness to others, but it is just as important to show yourself love and grace as well. Building good self-esteem in kids is vital to their growth. According to the National Library of Medicine, self-esteem […]

Practicing Gratitude Matters

In light of the holiday season, teaching our children about gratitude is a great way to share and spread positivity to others. Studies have shown that practicing gratitude is linked to improved sleep, reduced stress and anxiety, increased happiness, and increased emotional resilience. There are many different ways parents can encourage gratitude in their children: […]

National Eat Better, Eat Together Month

October is National Eat Better, Eat Together Month. Incorporating a family meal time into your family’s schedule is valuable as it offers a time for family members to connect, a time to model a nutritious diet for your children, and a variety of opportunities to encourage children to participate and become independent in the tasks […]