by Miss Jaime | Gross Motor Skills, Uncategorized
You know that look on your kid’s face when they’re flying down a zipline or climbing to the top of that playground structure? That pure joy isn’t just about having fun (though there’s definitely plenty of that!). What’s really cool is...
by Miss Jaime | Gift Guide, Gross Motor Skills
Let’s get our kids moving and grooving! As an occupational therapist and a Mom, I’ve seen firsthand the incredible benefits of physical activity for children’s development. It’s not just about burning energy; it’s about building a strong...
by Miss Jaime | Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Self-regulation, Sensory Processing
iYou might be suprised to learn that cup stacking offers a ton of therapeutic benefits, especially for kids! Let’s explore why this simple yet engaging activity is a valuable tool in occupational therapy. 1. Fine Motor Skills Development Cup stacking is fantastic for...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills, Sensory Processing
By Miss Jaime, O.T. Activity by: Amanda Spielberg OTPs know a secret that we want to broadcast to all parents, teachers, and adults with kids in their lives: Playing makes learning fun! Kids learn while playing! As we start the summer break, let’s talk about kids...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Babys and Toddlers, Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Gross Motor Skills, Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills, Seasonal, Sensory Processing, Technology & Apps, Vision
Get a hand-picked list of the best educational, developmental toys from an OT. Have you ever wished for a personal shopping assistant? Download the list of my favorite developmental toys with hyperlinks to purchase them, and see if that’s almost as helpful as a...
by Miss Jaime | Gross Motor Skills
“Evidence-based practice (EBP) is based on integrating critically appraised research results with the practitioner’s clinical expertise, and the client’s preferences, beliefs, and values” (AOTA). Primitive reflexes are often a hot topic in OT forums. ...
