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Introducing CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins: OT-Created Play for Home
At Connect the Dots, we believe some of the best learning happens through play. That’s why we’re excited to introduce something new: CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins! If you’ve been in our clinic, chances are you’ve seen one of our Occupational Therapist Emma Tims’ creative sensory bins. From themed activities to thoughtful details, Emma has a…
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Why Regulation Comes Before Learning: Helping Kids Focus Starts with the Nervous System
Many parents notice their child struggling to focus, stay on task, or follow instructions at school. Teachers often say things like: “Your child has trouble focusing.” “They seem distracted during lessons.” “They struggle to sit still or follow directions.” It’s easy to assume the problem is simply attention. But in most cases, the real challenge…
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Introducing CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins: OT-Created Play for Home
At Connect the Dots, we believe some of the best learning happens through play. That’s why we’re excited to introduce something new: CTD Take-Home Sensory Bins! If you’ve been in our clinic, chances are you’ve seen one of our Occupational Therapist Emma Tims’ creative sensory bins. From themed activities to thoughtful details, Emma has a…
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Why Regulation Comes Before Learning: Helping Kids Focus Starts with the Nervous System
Many parents notice their child struggling to focus, stay on task, or follow instructions at school. Teachers often say things like: “Your child has trouble focusing.” “They seem distracted during lessons.” “They struggle to sit still or follow directions.” It’s easy to assume the problem is simply attention. But in most cases, the real challenge…
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Co-Regulation: Why Kids Borrow Calm from Adults
Children don’t regulate their emotions in isolation. They rely on the people around them, especially parents, caregivers, and teachers to…
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The Hidden Link Between Sensory Processing and Emotional Regulation in Kid
Many parents notice the pattern before they understand the reason. A trip to the grocery store ends in tears.A birthday…
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5 Reasons Parents Love Remote Safe and Sound Protocol
We know how challenging it can be when a child feels overwhelmed, anxious, or sensitive to everyday life. For many…
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10 Simple Early Language Strategies to Support Your Child’s Communication at Home
As parents, we want to connect with our kids, and language is one of the most powerful ways we do…
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Nervous System Regulation for Kids: Why It Matters
Every parent wants their child to feel calm, focused, and confident, but sometimes kids get overwhelmed by everyday life. Loud…
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5 Step Guide to Teaching Kids to Tie Shoes – Made Easy!
Teaching Kids to Tie Shoes: Tips from Our OT Learning to tie shoes is a big milestone for kids, but…
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Celebrate Progress on World Down Syndrome Day with Pediatric Physical Therapy
It’s 3/21 – World Down Syndrome Day, a meaningful reminder to celebrate progress, confidence, and the joy of watching children…
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Safe and Sound Protocol for Children: Calm the Nervous System & Improve Focus
For some kids, everyday life can feel overwhelming. Busy classrooms, loud environments, transitions, or even normal daily sounds can put…
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3 PT Recommended Peanut Ball Activities
1. Seated Balance Activities Targets: Core strength, postural control, dynamic balance How to do it: Have the child straddle sit…
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