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25.01.2022 What skilful children - this video makes me smile @diyforcraft
24.01.2022 Afternoon Fun On A Wednesday Afternoon Who knew you could have so much fun using popsicle sticks This activity is great for working on:... Attention & Focus Problem Solving Visual Motor Skills Colour Recognition Shape Recognition Fine Motor Skills Hand-Eye Coordination Bilateral Coordination #learnthroughplay #kidsfun #play
24.01.2022 Yes! Yes! Yes! Love this @handsonapproaches #learnthroughplay #positivevibes #cantYET
24.01.2022 #learnthroughplay #play #kidsfun
24.01.2022 Climbing whether it be on a climbing frame or even just climbing a ladder, tree or perhaps the stairs (if your child is younger) can be very beneficial to your child Children love to climb and explore, so why not give your child the opportunity to develop confidence and key physical skills from a young age through appropriate climbing experiences Climbing allows children to build their physical strength and gross motor skills leading to a healthier and active lifesty...le #climbing #grossmotorskills #learnthroughplay
23.01.2022 Tummy time is so important for a childs development. I can never recommend doing tummy time enough with a child Some of the therapeutic and sensory benefits of tummy time: Promotes prone extension which is one of the two most important developmental patterns for sensory integration. Facilitates shoulder girdle strength and stability which is essential for fine motor and visual motor development. Promotes ocular motor development. ... Provides deep pressure touch to the entire surface of the body that is touching the floor/ground. Provides a small dose of joint traction to the spine with the break from gravity in upright positions. I also always recommend tummy time no matter what age the child is Tummy time is also a great position for older children and adults to use Here are some great activity suggestions for incorporating tummy time into the day for your child and for yourself! I would suggest doing this with your child, as it really encourages and promotes more participation, and as I mentioned earlier...it is great for all of our nervous systems! Play games or do puzzles Coloring, drawing, or reading a book Doing homework Allowing students in the classroom to be prone on elbows to help with attention to a lesson. Have the entire group of children do this at circle time at school! And even though I do not promote screen time...at least make the most of it and have your child watch TV or play video games prone on elbows. @mommyacademy #tummytime #crawling #developmentalmilestones
23.01.2022 Fearful and anxious behaviour is common in children especially as they come across new situations and experiences. Most children learn to cope with different fears and worries. However, some children may need some extra support if: they feel anxious more than other children of a similar age... anxiety stops them participating in activities at school or socially anxiety interferes with their ability to do things that other children their age can do their fears and worries seem out of proportion to the issues in their life. If you have any concerns about your child please contact an Occupational Therapist as they will work with you and your child to reduce your childs anxiety #anxiety #mentalhealth #kidsmentalhealth
23.01.2022 A Little Saturday Reminder That All Of These Emotions Can Be Very Normal & Common For A Mother To Experience As A Mother, We Constantly Try Our Best To Please Our Little People & Give Them The Best That We Can At That Time (Whatever That May Look Like Depending On The Situation). Time Does Goes Quickly So Relax Into The Moment, Laugh With Your Children & Be Proud Of Your Little People & What You Have Achieved ... @movementmatters #mum #mumlife #motherhood
23.01.2022 Balance board fun A balance board can be used in a number of ways to help kids improve their balance and coordination Children can rock the board, ... Strike different poses on the board, Stand on the board while they are are doing different fine motor activities, ......Or Use it for a car ramp - my little boys prefer to use it this way the most Purchased this balance board @kmartaus for $29.00 #balanceboard #kidsfun #learnthroughplay
21.01.2022 Great visual Brain - Body OT Sensory Gym
18.01.2022 R U Ok? 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone and circumstances have made it even more important for us all to stay connected and, for those who are able, be willing to support those around us. The message for R U OK?Day 2020 is ... Theres more to say after R U OK? We want everyone to know what to say when someone says theyre not OK and guide them through how they can continue a conversation that could change a life. You dont have to be an expert to keep the conversation going when someone says theyre not OK. By knowing what to say you can help someone feel supported and access appropriate help long before theyre in crisis, which can make a really positive difference to their life. You can learn what to say at: www.ruok.org.au/how-to-ask #ruok #ruokday2020 #mentalhealthawareness
17.01.2022 TheraPutty TheraPutty is a resistive hand exercise material intended for a variety of finger, hand, and wrist resistive exercises. Simply shaping and forming the non-flammable, non-toxic putty actively engages the hands in a safe, easy exercise that delivers encouraging results. TheraPutty can be used to improve: ... Grip strength, Dexterity, Finger strength, Wrist Stability Finger and wrist flexion and extension. Swipe to view the different types of ways you can use use hand strengthening putty #theraputty #handstrength #finemotorskills
17.01.2022 Yoga and mindfulness offer psychological benefits for children. A growing body of research has already shown that yoga can improve focus, memory, self-esteem, academic performance, and classroom behavior, and can even reduce anxiety and stress in children. #yoga #yogafun #learnthroughplay
16.01.2022 Thursday Giggles
16.01.2022 To stop the spread of COVID-19, we all need to play our part. Help protect those who need it most.
15.01.2022 The 8 Sensory Systems All of our sensory systems work together. If one sensory system doesnt provide us with accurate information, it can impacts other sensory systems. Our sensory systems do many things for our brain and body, and when there is a miscommunication between the two, it can greatly affect a childs ability to engage and interact with others.... @roots_pedsot #sensorysystems #8senses #learnthroughplay
15.01.2022 Such a fun and simple activity @las_manos_de_mama Mix & Match You could create your own & add:... Different clothes/ outfits/ shoes Different hairstyles Different facial expressions/ emotions discussing how the figure is feeling - linking in the zones of regulations You can encourage your child to get involved in the drawing and cutting as this would be a lovely activity to work on improving pencil and scissor skills #kidsfun #learnthroughplay #play
15.01.2022 Can't stress enough the importance of sleep!! For kids and adults alike.
14.01.2022 Positive Parenting Positive parenting (although not always easy) is an approach that is honest and optimistic. It cultivates a strong emotional connection with your child that sets your child on a path with greater chances of happiness. #positiveparenting #kids #learnthroughplay
13.01.2022 Great visual @raising.adventurous.eaters Messy eating is a normal part of children's development. Messy eating develops fine motor skills and helps children learn about food and their world #messyeater #kidsfun #childdevelopment
13.01.2022 Proficient scissor use requires foundational components such as: Postural stability, Hand strength and dexterity, Hand-eye coordination, ... Bilateral integration, Sensory integration, Sequencing, Rhythm, Attention. These are skills that are also needed for success in play and learning. @sarah_chesworth #scissorskills #scissors #learnthroughplay
11.01.2022 A little trick to help kiddies who struggle with letter reversals During the years of learning to read and write, it can be common for kids to mix-up new words and letters. Young minds routinely twist a b into a d or a g or p into a qit can be a natural part of the learning process. Letter Reversals can be very common with many children until the age of 7 years. Occasional reversals past the age of 8 years can be common too.... If consistent letter reversals persists past the age of 7 years it may be a good idea to contact an Occupational Therapist It has been suggested that letter reversals are due to poor visual motor integration and poor working memory skills. #letterreversals #letterformation #writing
11.01.2022 Give someone a hug today
10.01.2022 Yes!!!! #OccupationalTherapy #Kids #personalgoals OT Corner
10.01.2022 As an OT I always preach the importance of exercise & self care I will admit, due to a busy work life and taking care off my own children I have always found it challenging to make time for my own personal self care and I really struggle with putting myself first I have recently joined up to online Pilates with the amazing @mid_ulster_pilates_physio ... I have now made a promise to myself that I am going to start prioritising my fitness and my own health for the reminder of this year So........ I have just completed a work out in the comfort of my home (sure I have been interrupted 25 times by my own kids ) but hey it feels good What goals have you set for yourself in this new month? #september #newgoals #noexcuses
10.01.2022 Teaching kids how to form letters? Check out The OT Toolbox work sheets on handwriting practice and fixing letter formation #letterformation #letterreversals #handwriting
09.01.2022 DIYs to Do with the Kids over Quarantinecation! Credit: MOTHERCOULD
09.01.2022 Always encourage your little ones to dream big Teeny Wishes #dreambig #kidsfun #learnthroughplay
09.01.2022 Love this @the_happy_organiser @theorganisedhousewife Never give up- you will always find your way ... #positive #positivevibes #happymonday
06.01.2022 @anthony_wiggle doing our balancing exercises with us today Balancing The 4 essential elements of balance are ... Alignment, Strength, Attention Awareness. Alignment of the body with gravity is crucial; it makes balance physically possible. Strength gives us the power to create, hold, and adjust alignment. And attention & awareness continually monitors alignment so we know how to correct it from one moment to the next. Single leg balance is a building block for more advanced skills that your child will develop as he or she gets older. These skills include: kicking a ball, Hopping, Skipping etc. Single leg balance is also used during many functional activities: Putting on pants/shoes Stepping in/out of the bath/shower. Getting in/ out of the car. Walking up / down stairs etc. #balance #kidsfun #learnthroughplay
06.01.2022 Home made weighted lap bag! Just rice (in 2 zip lock bags) and you can slide it into whatever cover you have... a large pencil case, a puppet, a pillow case/cov...er... Use about 5-10% of your childs body weight and use for about 15 minutes at a time. This weight can help some children to gain extra proprioceptive input to their muscles and joints. It can be used during table top activities, car rides or even zoom school sessions; placing it on their lap for a calming affect. It can be used with movement (eg, lift it above your head, walk around the house, push a soft toy on top for a ride, etc), add it to a back pack... how would use this weighted bag? #proprioception #sensoryinput #childdevelopment #sensorydiet #sensorytool #sensoryprocessingdisorder #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #otathome #ot #therapy #therapyideas #therapybloggers #therapyblogger #schoolagekids #calmingactivities #yourkidsot See more
04.01.2022 Primitive Reflexes is something I have a strong interest in and the more I read and learn the more it shapes how I now perform my therapy Many people dont understand how many areas of a childs development can be impacted if a child retains a primitive reflex. Great visual @ilslearning ... #primitivereflexes #childdevelopment #play
03.01.2022 Back in the office for some lunch and note writing Did you know Documentation is a huge part of our role as OT practitioners.... Its a way to keep track of our clients progress, communicate with other healthcare providers, and defend our rationale for our treatment choices. Documentation is essential, and its a key factor in our clients well-being during their continuum of care. Documentation can be very time consuming but it is part of our job if we want to provide the best service for our clients #occupationaltherapy #learnthroughplay #happymonday
02.01.2022 Great Explanation Brain Connex Therapy
02.01.2022 Get your baby on the floor Floor time and crawling can have huge benefits for your child Why Is Crawling Important ... Crawling offers babies more than just a (cute) way to get where they want to go. In fact, learning to crawl is considered a very important developmental milestone in a babys life. The skill of crawling has many benefits for your baby and while your baby is at work they are developing their: Physical development: Gross motor skills. Fine motor skills. Balance. Bilateral Coordination Spatial understanding Visual Motor Skills @thesensoryproject208 #floortime #tummytime #crawling
01.01.2022 1st September Today is the beginning of a new month- and a new opportunity to set new goals Make it a September to remember ... #september #1stseptember #NewMonth
01.01.2022 Happy Monday #monday #newweek #newgoals
01.01.2022 This little boy amazes me!!! @arat.gym - what a phenomenal 6 year old
