Child development
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Communication begins with relationships. It is through back-and-forth social interactions that we all learn to communicate in a meaningful manner. So, what do we do when a child isn’t learning to communicate in the typical manner? Typical intervention starts with speech therapy. It is an outdated belief system, however, that a child needs to be “ready”…
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Family dynamics can make a parent feel invisible. All families are complex and rich with unique patterns that get created early on. A dominant parent can emerge because of personality differences and family habits. Both parents, however, have an important role to play in their child’s development. Research shows that children benefit greatly when their…
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Some children bite themselves or others when frustrated. I’ve seen a lot of this in children on the autism spectrum, but it can happen with any child–including those with sensory issues. Stopping this behavior can be quite a challenge for parents and caregivers. Let’s take a look at why children bite and what can be…
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By the end of every year, parents either look forward to or dread their children going back to school. The change of pace brings new challenges for families, especially if their children have sensory issues. With a little preparation, however, you can make this the best school year ever for you and your children. Keep…
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