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 more.
According to Psychology Today, infants’ are born with brains that have an overabundance of connections between neurons, also known as synapses or the most fundamental parts of our brains. These connections make a baby’s brain incredibly flexible and allow them to adapt based on what they experience in the world and the specific challenges they face.
You have probably experienced a moment where you look at your child and think “where/how did you learn to do that?” or have been shocked at the unique way they approach a problem or at something they remembered.
Research has found that focusing on a child’s abilities vs. their limitations, also known as strength-based development, accelerates development and can create new connections in the brain. While developmental milestones exist, kids grow at their own pace. Occupational, physical, and speech therapy— like what Kids Place Therapy Services provides—can aid in each individual’s development as therapy goals would be tailored to their unique needs and abilities.
Here are some therapy milestones we have reached in our clinic recently:
- Ruben made tremendous strides in his willingness to touch a variety of textures. He is now touching wet and slimy foods such as avocado and bananas.
- Anastasia is now able to brush her hair independently and is putting in her own hair clip!
- Elijah has improved his hand strength and coordination and is now independently using a hair tie to put his hair in a ponytail.
- Aiden is now able to write his first name!
Being able to witness how incredible a child’s brain is and their ability for development is part of what makes our work so special. We love being able to encourage them to meet their goals!
Recent blog:
The Impact of Speech Therapy on Development
