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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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Learning Two Languages: When Slower Speech is Totally Normal
Raising a child in a bilingual household can be a beautiful and enriching experience, but it can also bring some…
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Navigating Brachial Plexus Injuries: What to Expect and How to Help Your Baby
Brachial plexus injuries in newborns, although not frequently discussed, are an important concern for new parents, particularly for those who…
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7 Ways to Remain Calm When Your Child is Upset
Parenting can be both beautiful and challenging, and one of the toughest moments is when your child is upset—whether they’re…
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Boosting Regulation and Attention with Yoga Balls and Peanut Balls
At Connect the Dots, we love finding fun, movement-based ways to help kids feel calm, focused, and ready to learn….
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Preventing and Treating Abnormal Head Shapes in Babies: A Parent’s Guide
As a parent, you want the best for your baby, and that includes their health and development. During the first…
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3 Practical Strategies for Non-Verbal Children
One of the most important roles as a speech pathologist is to support non-speaking children in finding ways to communicate…
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Fun and Easy Ways to Build Handwriting Skills in Preschoolers
Handwriting is an essential skill that sets the foundation for many academic and daily activities. For preschool-aged children, developing the…
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4 Simple At-Home Ankle Strengthening Exercises for Kids to Prevent Injuries
Ankle strength plays a vital role in your child’s ability to walk, run, jump, and maintain balance. Weak ankles can…
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Speech Therapy Graduation Isn’t the End—It’s Just the Beginning!
One of the most rewarding moments is when a child graduates from therapy—whether it’s for articulation, language, fluency, or any…
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