The holiday season can often be filled with a lot of sensory stimulation! Decorations around the house, lights, music, changing schedules, busy kitchens and homes, family gatherings, and a lot of excitement. Here are a few ways to help your kiddo during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season (and beyond!). 1. Visual Schedules
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As we head into winter and the days are shorter with colder temperatures and rainy days, it becomes harder and harder for kids to get all of their activity minutes and get their energy out. While rainy day hikes and park visits can be fun, it is nice to have some activities planned when we
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When your child becomes upset, they go into fight or flight mode; as a result they are unable to listen or rationalize with an adult until they calm down. It is important for all of your child’s caregivers to be aware of signs and triggers in order to help them select a coping strategy to
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Your 9-year-old wakes up crying in the middle of the night telling you their legs hurt. You rub them and soothe him as much as you can, but you’re not sure about what to do beyond this. Sound familiar? You child might be having growing pains, which occur in as many as 25%-40% of children.
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Winter in Oregon can feel like a long season. There are many comforts this time of year, like snuggling up by the fireplace, burying yourself in warm blankets, and drinking delicious hot chocolate. Even so, it can often feel like you’re stuck in a funk. It gets dark earlier, it rains most days, and it’s
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As the school year begins, our kids are spending more time on the computer at a desk/table to participate in school from home. Here are some helpful tips to set your child up for success when engaging in lessons and getting work done. Sit up straight! Encourage your child to sit up tall with a
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So frequently we hear, “My kid sits like that all the time!” or “What’s so bad about this position?” There is a lot of concern out there for this so-called “w-sitting”. But what actually is it? It’s commonly talked about in relation to the way a child sits, which is shaped similar to a “W”
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First and foremost, we hope that each and every one of you are safe. Our prayers are with those that have lost their homes, found themselves evacuated, and for the tireless efforts of those fighting for our safety. Our hearts are heavy with so much loss for those around us and our beautiful state.
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Navigating stairs can be a tricky skill for many kids, especially when they don’t have stairs at home and don’t get to practice this skill very often. Stairs can be nerve-wrecking for parents and scary for kids and it is important that kids can navigate stairs safely. Typically, a child should be able to walk
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Single leg stance is a skill that many of the kids we see in the clinic have a difficult time mastering. But why is it important that they master this skill? Whether you realize it or not, single leg balance is a skill we use frequently during tasks, such as climbing stairs, kicking a ball, stepping
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Eugene Clinic:
84 Centennial Loop
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537
Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday – Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday
Corvallis Clinic:
201 NW 3rd St.
Corvallis, OR 97330
Phone: (541) 255-2681
Fax: (541) 255-3537
Clinic Hours:
8:00 to 6:00 Monday - Thursday
8:00 to 5:00 Friday
