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From Student to Pediatric SLP: Kendall’s CTD Story
We were excited when Kendall began her fieldwork at our Eugene clinic in the winter of 2025. At the time, Kendall was a student at the University of Oregon, completing her speech-language pathology training and getting hands-on experience in pediatric therapy. Little did we know that what started as a student placement would become the…
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Madi’s CTD Story: From Fieldwork to Finding Her Place as a Pediatric OT
My journey to Connect the Dots started as an OT graduate student looking for a place to learn and grow my skills related to pediatric OT that was close to where I grew up in Oregon. I believe my fieldwork coordinator at Eastern Washington University helped me make the initial connection. However, after meeting with…
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From Student to Pediatric SLP: Kendall’s CTD Story
We were excited when Kendall began her fieldwork at our Eugene clinic in the winter of 2025. At the time, Kendall was a student at the University of Oregon, completing her speech-language pathology training and getting hands-on experience in pediatric therapy. Little did we know that what started as a student placement would become the…
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Madi’s CTD Story: From Fieldwork to Finding Her Place as a Pediatric OT
My journey to Connect the Dots started as an OT graduate student looking for a place to learn and grow my skills related to pediatric OT that was close to where I grew up in Oregon. I believe my fieldwork coordinator at Eastern Washington University helped me make the initial connection. However, after meeting with…
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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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