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Developmental Milestones: An OT’s Guide to Pre-Writing Skills
Before a child can write their name, hold a pencil, or draw a simple picture, they must build a strong foundation of underlying motor patterns. At RISE Pediatric Therapies, we refer to these vital building blocks as pre-writing skills. For parents of toddlers and preschoolers, especially those navigating additional sensory and motor needs, behavioral challenges, […]
Beyond the Brush: Therapist-Recommended Tools for Oral Health & Sensory Success
Welcome to the final installment of our three-part series on therapist-recommended tools! We’ve already covered mealtime success and the best shoes for first steps. Today, we are diving into a topic that can be a major hurdle for parents of children with developmental challenges: oral health, sensory development, and feeding issues. At RISE Pediatric Therapies, […]
12 Therapist-Recommended Mealtime Tools for Toddler Success
Mealtime is about more than just nutrition; it is a vital time for sensory exploration, fine motor development, and oral motor skill-building. For many parents, however, transitioning to solids or teaching a toddler to self-feed can feel like a daunting task. At RISE Pediatric Therapies, our occupational and speech therapists often get asked: “What tools […]
Kids First Steps: Therapist-Recommended Shoes and Walkers
As young children begin to reach developmental milestones, such as learning to walk, choosing the right shoes and assistive devices can be a key part of supporting their movement skills. At RISE Pediatric Therapies, our early intervention teams of therapists work with children with developmental delays and disabilities. We’ve seen firsthand how both proper footwear […]