Why is hand strengthening important? Hand strength sets the foundation for many fine motor skills. Adequate hand strength is required to complete many daily tasks, from buttoning and zipping to writing and manipulating utensils during meal times. Decreased hand...
What is DMI and how can it help my child? TEAM 4 Kids now has Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) certified therapists ranging from Level A to Level C! What is DMI: Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) is used in physical and occupational therapy to treat children...
The holiday season is a wonderful time to gift children with toys that not only bring joy but also encourage growth and development. For children engaging in pediatric therapies such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, feeding therapy, or ABA...
Exciting News! 🌍 Dr. Rodrigo Mendoza has been working with professionals in Chile to formalize an association aimed at regulating behavioral treatment. Thanks to a grant from the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, this important initiative has gained momentum....
Looking for an easy activity using items you already have at home? Try creating your own sensory bin! Sensory bins are containers filled with various tactile materials such as sand, rice, noodles, or shaving cream. It provides children with opportunities to explore...
Halloween can be a fun and festive holiday with lots of great opportunities for sensory development. However, for those with sensory sensitivities, Halloween can often be overwhelming, scary, and unusual. Here are some sensory strategies from our occupational...
In the video below, RBT Kenzie explains the 4 functions that behaviors serve and offers tips for parents to respond to challenging behaviors! Scroll down to read more. Tantrums can happen at any age, not just during the "Terribles Twos". You may have...
Preparing for preschool! What should my child be doing? At 3 years old children are becoming more independent and are wanting to do more activities by themselves. They should be able to: Get undressed by themselves and help with other self-care activities like...
“How to get my child to help with chores around the house?" If you’re like most families, chores are probably one of the most frequent causes of family disagreements. Children whine and complain, arguments break out, and nothing gets accomplished. Sometimes it feels...
If your child doesn’t like you to brush or style their hair it can be for a variety of reasons. They might not be able to sit in one place for a long time They might not like the feeling of their head being touched It might really hurt due to tangles tugging on their...
