To most parents’ surprise, handwriting is a complex task that requires numerous sensory systems, muscles, and brain-body connections to work together. When parents see that their child’s handwriting is messy, their child avoids handwriting or that they have a very awkward grip, they may think...
We are always looking for ways to support our children, especially when they face unique challenges. For autistic children, communication can be one of those challenges. However, there is a powerful tool that can make a significant difference in their communication skills and ability to connect...
Integrated Listening Systems Focus Program is widely researched and has strong evidence on its effectiveness in improving attention, emotional regulation, processing speed, auditory processing skills as well as general sensory processing skills. One of the biggest differences that makes ILS stand...
A few common questions from parents • Should I pursue a diagnosis? • Are we over diagnosing? • What are the benefits of a diagnosis? • My child seems to be functioning okay. Why do they need a label? This is something that needs to be answered individually from each family and their situation....
As a society we highly value the freedom of having the opportunity to choose. We like to weigh the pros and cons and consider the potential consequences and outcomes of each option. At times we allow ourselves to make impulsive decisions, or we might be influenced by friends, the media, or our...
The transition to kindergarten is an exciting step for every child. It tends to prompt conversations about what ‘school readiness’ looks like, and how parents can best prepare their child for the first year of schooling. Typically, the answers tend to focus on how the child is prepared...
Beyond the sheer thrill of wind in their hair, bike riding plays an important role in a child’s development. Brain Integration: When your child rides a bike, they are engaging both hemispheres of their brain as they pedal their legs. As the child coordinates balance, steering, and navigating...
The brain and gut are two parts of the body that seem unrelated but, they are actually very closely connected. In fact, the connection between the brain and the gut is so strong that it is often referred to as the “brain-gut connection”. In this blog post, we will explore the brain-gut connection...
Interoception is the body’s ability to sense and understand internal bodily signals. Interoception allows us to recognise our body’s cues for hunger, toileting, and sensations of various emotional states. In the context of toileting, children with poor interoception may struggle to recognise the...
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