Does your child have extreme meltdowns while cutting nails? Occupational Therapists can address tolerance for nail trims on children’s finger and toenails. When kids have an aversion to nail cutting, it typically results in running away, crying...
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We live in an age unlike any prior, where we are constantly bombarded by visual and auditory stimulation from TV’s, tablets, computers, phones, headphones, etc. Our children are especially susceptible to the negative effects of constant...
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In addition to my work as a pediatric occupational therapist at TEAM 4 Kids, I also work as an occupational therapist at the Arizona Burn Center. The Arizona Burn Center is the second largest burn center in the United States and we are able to...
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As some of you may have heard TEAM 4 Kids is growing! We are opening a new location in Peoria at 20470 N. Lake Pleasant Rd. Suite 107. We are thrilled that we have the opportunity to provide therapy services to the city of Peoria starting June...
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When kids begin sitting independently, a common way to sit is through the “W” sitting position. This sitting position was named after the appearance of the child’s legs from a bird’s eye view. As a physical therapist, this position is discouraged...
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Sensory processing is the ability to organize and understand the information we receive through our senses and from our environment. Sensory play allows children to actively use their senses in a variety of ways to explore, play, and be creative...
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What is chewlery? Chewlery is a necklace or bracelet that provides sensory input to the mouth, lips and tongue. It is a safe, non-toxic, durable silicone sensory tool that has worked with children, teens, and adults with autism, ADHD, and sensory...
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As a feeding therapist I am often asked the same question by friends, family, and clients: “How do I get my child to eat new foods?” Although our approach in feeding therapy is individualized per client, the following advice can be used as a...
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