Motor (or physical) development is a series of milestones children reach as they age. This blog discusses the milestones from birth to 1 year of age.

Understanding interoception, learn why it is an essential part of your child’s development. This blog explores the connection between body awareness and emotional control to help you discover practical ways to support children as they navigate their feelings and behaviors!

Natural light plays a vital role in our well-being and environment. It enhances mood, boosts productivity, and improves mental health by regulating our circadian rhythms.

Sensory play is defined as any form of play that stimulates our senses. Engaging in sensory play and exploration is important for children’s development and learning as it helps them interact with and learn about the environment around them, along with developing their eight sensory systems. Additionally, sensory play is fun! Check out some examples of DIY sensory craft sticks, along with other ideas for materials that could be used to enhance sensory experiences! 

According to the American Occupational Therapy Association (2020), meal preparation and management is an instrumental daily living activity. This IADL is defined as “planning, preparing, and serving meals and cleaning up food and tools…after meals” (American Occupational Therapy Association, 2020, p. 31). Cooking with children is a great way to develop life skills, meet developmental milestones, and enhance academic skills (Emerge Pediatric Therapy, 2020; Therapy Shoppe, 2024). These skills include mathematical skills, enhanced cognition, and more. This blog discusses the benefits of cooking with children, kid-safe cooking tools, and simple recipes to try today!