As children with autism learn and grow in their environment, they have the opportunity to develop new behaviors. With Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy, children with autism can engage in a personalized program to enhance independence, social skills, and communication. With time and dedication, your child can feel more confident and in control of their behaviors. […]

Sleep is crucial for people of all ages, but especially children. Establishing healthy sleep habits early on in childhood helps ensure your children feel refreshed the next day and have the energy to grow. However, getting your child to sleep can sometimes be challenging. Fortunately, there are many tips for developing sleep habits for babies […]

Speech and language development takes persistence, repetition and lots of practice. If your child has been to speech therapy, you’ve likely been given homework to complete between sessions. Making a habit of practicing and reinforcing those speech and language skills can be incredibly beneficial to your child’s success. So many easy speech therapy activities fit […]

The first few years of a child’s life are critical to their health and growth. Sometimes, speech delays, injuries and certain conditions may affect their development and physical, mental and emotional capacities. That’s where development therapy comes in to help teach essential life skills like understanding and resolving challenges, developing coping skills, making positive changes […]

Most parents are well aware that telling children what to do and how to act is far less effective than showing them what to do and how to act. Teaching children what is a good habit early in life works best when the habit or behavior is modeled by the parents themselves. Whether the child […]

Although every child will develop differently, there are times when a kid presents language challenges that may indicate a diagnosable disorder is present. In these scenarios, your child may have a speech or language — or both — disorder. Some of the most common speech disorders for kids include: 1. Preschool Language Disorders By preschool, […]

If you are in the research stage of finding the right therapy for your child, getting to know more about some of the most studied and practiced approaches can help you filter through your available options. Applied behavioral analysis (ABA) and occupational therapy have shown impressive results for children with autism seeking positive influences on […]

The first tip when learning to deal with your child with ADHD is not to panic. Your whole life is not turning upside down. It may feel that way, but with some support from professionals, you can easily learn at home tips to help your child with ADHD. What Exactly Is ADHD? You may think your child […]

If your child struggles to perform some daily tasks or physical movements, you may want the support of a physical therapist (PT) or occupational therapist (OT) for kids. While these practices share many similarities, they are two distinct fields, and it’s important to identify which type of therapy can best help your child achieve their […]

Proud parents may gush over their two-year-old’s baby talk, but if they are still using the same mispronunciations when they are four or five years old, something is probably off. It might be time to ask: does my child need speech therapy? The earlier your child is evaluated, the easier it will be to correct […]