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...
Everybody knows the uncomfortable feeling of being in a public place when a child starts throwing a tantrum for something that they want. Many parents know the specific struggle of having their own child start to tantrum in a public place. Usually, parents will end up...
Whenever the start of the school year rolls around there’s an old Staples commercial that plays in my head. The Andy Williams Christmas song “It's the Most Wonderful Time of the Year” is playing while a joyous parent dances through the aisles, trailed by 2 very...
The 4th of July is a day filled with cheer and patriotism. While many find the firework displays to be great fun, some kids have a hard time with the loud noises, bright colors, and busy crowds. Here are 7 tips you can implement to help your child enjoy the fireworks...
Becoming a Patient Parent As a parent, there are times when your patience is tested. Everyday tasks can be overwhelming and exhausting at times. There are a handful of tips and resources to help gain more patience and how to better handle those frustrating...
We all know that sleep is so so important, however, sleep can be challenging for a lot of kiddos and their families! Many families that come to Team 4 Kids report that their child has a hard time falling asleep and staying asleep. Often times we hear that they have a...
A token economy is an easy and effective way to improve your child’s behavior at home. It operates on the idea that your child can earn tokens throughout the day by exhibiting the behaviors that you want to see, which can then be exchanged for bigger rewards later on....
What is Occupational Therapy? A child’s occupation is to play. For some children, this task may be more difficult and can be an indicator of developmental delays. Occupational Therapists work to help children gain independence while working on a variety of skills...
What is applied behavior analysis therapy (ABA)? ABA is a type of therapy that provides evidence-based treatment to teach functional skills, decrease interfering or problem behaviors, increase socially appropriate behaviors, and increase the overall quality of life....
Obstacle courses are a fun interactive way to make gross motor activities more entertaining for kids at home. They challenge balance, stability, and strengthening for a kiddo's upper and lower body. Families can use household items versus purchasing equipment that can...
