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The Importance of Strength-Based Development: Celebrating Abilities

Children experience rapid and profound changes as they grow, especially in their early years. Early childhood development has a lasting impact on their health, future success, and well-being. Kids soak up everything and are amazing learners. A child’s brain is incredibly adaptable and resilient, allowing them to overcome challenges, learn new skills, and so much […]

The Impact of Speech Therapy on Development

May is Better Speech and Hearing Month! Nearly 1 in 12 U.S. children ages 3-17 have had a disorder related to voice, speech, language, or swallowing and it is estimated that only half of these kids have received any sort of treatment. Speech therapy is a vital tool to addressing these challenges, and early intervention […]

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 […]