Something is fishy. I am a part of many apraxia related groups as well as sensory differences, autistic groups…..etc. but mainly in the apraxia related group I am finding a surprising number of people who look for alternative means to speech therapy. Now, I understand when you’re ready to lose a few pounds, and… Read More
Wash your hands
There’s a lot of talk right now about a particular play going on called All in a Row, at Southwark Playhouse in the UK. Here’s a few articles about it for those of you who haven’t read about it yet. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2019/feb/12/casting-puppet-as-autistic-child-step-backwards-new-play-row-other-actors-played-by-humans https://www.thestage.co.uk/news/2019/protest-takes-place-outside-southwark-playhouse-over-use-of-puppet-in-autism-play/ The premise is based on autism and includes the perspective from… Read More
A great book
I know you hear me say this all the time. I sound like a worn out record by now but it’s because I believe in what I’m saying to you when I tell you about this book. It’s a great book. Problem is it costs a small fortune to buy it from Amazon now.… Read More
No one
Sleep
I’m seeing a lot of posts with moms asking about ideas to help their children get to sleep. Specifically asking about the use of melatonin. I’ll be honest. I don’t like it. I like to exhaust all other available possibilities before even considering the use of over the counter alternatives. So I’m going to give… Read More
Take the Time
You need to take the time. Do something that belongs to you. Just you. Whether you go out & get your hair done, your nails done or a new tan. Whether you just sit in your car with the radio on to your favorite song & sing your head off. You need to shut those… Read More
SOS Feeding Therapy
Children and adults who have difficulty with their sensory systems such as with taste or texture in foods may need help regulating their body to try new foods. Feeding therapy is not always an option considered because we all want to learn how to eat and eat naturally and peacefully so that the act of… Read More
Movement while you eat
I read a lot of posts on Facebook about how specifically during mealtimes their kiddo on the spectrum cannot sit still. Sitting still is not an easy task for a child with ASD or SPD to begin with in some circumstances. But eating can make it even more difficult for that person for a… Read More
Design & Drill: Fine Motor Skills
I hardly ever get excited about toys but I want to share something with you all that I discovered today with my children. In an effort to have my 6 year old twins play a game together that incorporated learning skills and fun I pulled out a toy called Design & Drill. This is one… Read More
Some Speech Material Ideas
Many people post questions about speech therapy materials. They want to know how to implement speech therapy at home. There are all sorts of programs out there & it can get confusing quick when you bring up all the options. I wanted to post a few of my favorites. When it comes to speech I… Read More