One option for visual stimulation and calming at night for toddlers or kids with sensory processing issues that prevents them from falling asleep.
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Interoception for Sensory Processing Disorder Episode 26
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On this episode I talk about what Interoception is, how the brain processes sensory information within the body, and some strategies to help with this.
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Interoceptive Sensory Processing
Child Development
Occupational Therapy
Visual Cues / Visual Timer
Time Tracker Visual Timer
This is an excellent timer for using with kids with special needs, visual processing issues, Interoceptive Issues, Autism, Sensory Processing, and actually any toddler who is learning about time and transitions!
Great visual cues with sounds to give a concrete ending to the timer!
Wrenwane Digital Countdown Timer
Big Digits, Counts Up and Down, Touchscreen Display, Magnet, Stand, White
Auditory Processing 4th of July Fireworks Episode 25
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On this episode, I discuss Auditory Processing issues with kids who have Sensory Processing Disorder as it relates to Fireworks! In the United States, our Independence Day or the 4th of July is coming up so I thought it would be a good time to explain this issue more. I will talk about some of the reasons why kids are scared of fireworks, and offer suggestions on ways to help prevent them from becoming scared.
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Sensory Processing Disorder
Infant and Child Development
Special Needs
Occupational Therapy
Auditory Processing
Lead Exposure in Infants and Toddlers Episode 24 Child Development
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On this episode I discuss issues with lead exposure to infants and toddlers. Lead poisoning even at low levels of lead exposure can cause a lower IQ and behavioral problems as well as other health concerns.
How you can reduce the amount of lead exposure in your home and family environment as well.
Research Article: Lead in food
https://www.edf.org
“Lead in food: A hidden health threat.” Environmental Defense Fund, www.edf.org/health/lead-food-hidden-health-threat. Accessed 6 Sept. 2017.
FDA Sites:
https://www.fda.gov
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https://www.fda.gov
US lead contamination:
http://www.cnn.com
Brita Filter Information:
https://www.brita.com
Berkey Filter Information:
http://www.berkeyfilters.com
Organic standards for land:
https://www.thebalance.com
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Child Development
Special Needs
Occupational Therapy
Big Berkey Water Filter and Purification System
INCLUDES: Big Berkey stainless steel housing (Upper, Lower & Lid), 2 Black Berkey Filters, 2 Fluoride Elements, 2 Hole Plugs, 1 knob, 1 easy flow spigot, and 1 set of easy to follow assembly instructions. When drinking water that’s been filtered using a Berkey purifier, you can rest assured that your water is clean and safe for consumption. In fact, Black Berkey purifier elements are far more powerful compared to competitors’ water filters. When tested Berkey water filter elements removed 100% of pathogens, allowing them to be classified as purifiers rather than simply filters. The included two (white) Berkey fluoride filters attach to the bottom of the Berkey Purifiers and hang in the lower chamber. Berkey fluoride filters reduce the amount of fluoride in your water UP TO 95%. Each Fluoride filter has a lifespan of 1,000 gallons and each purifier can filter up to 3,000 gallons. The Big Berkey is constructed from High Grade 304 Stainless Steel, and can accommodate up to four Berkey Purification elements and four Fluoride filters, however only two of each are included with this package.
Parents of Kids with Sensory Processing Disorders Episode 23
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On this episode, I discuss possible issues parents of kids with sensory processing disorders face in finding a diagnosis and getting their pediatrician and others on board.
If you are in the Phoenix, AZ area a listener gave me the contact information for a place that can evaluate your child for sensory processing disorder. Here is the link for their website: https://www.kidzspottherapy.com
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Research Study:
Hall, Leah, and Jane Case-Smith. “The Effect of Sound-Based Intervention on Children With Sensory Processing Disorders and Visual–Motor Delays.” American Journal of Occupational Therapy, American Occupational Therapy Association, 1 Mar. 2007, ajot.aota.org/article.aspx?articleid=1866939. Accessed 6 Sept. 2017.
http://ajot.aota.org
SPD Debate:
http://www.slate.com
SPD Star Institute:
https://www.spdstar.org
AAP Pediatrician Guidelines:
https://www.medpagetoday.com
Child Development
Sensory Processing Disorder
Occupational Therapy
Therapeutic Listening Program
Cerebral Palsy in Premature Infants Episode 22 Child Development
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On this episode I discuss the risk of developing Cerebral Palsy in infants that are born prematurely or preterm. How cerebral palsy occurs is explained, as well as, what to look for in infants who are at risk for developing cerebral palsy.
Research Article:
Thygesen SK, Olsen M, Østergaard JR, etal. Respiratory distress syndrome in moderately late and late preterm infants and risk of cerebral palsy: a population-based cohort study. BMJOpen 2016; 6 : e011643. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2016-011643.
http://bmjopen.bmj.com
Respiratory Distress Syndrome of the Newborn
https://www.thoracic.org
Early Signs of Cerebral Palsy:
https://www.abclawcenters.com
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Cerebral Palsy
Child Development
Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Premature Infants
Table Top Scissors for One Handed Use
These table top scissors are great for kids who want to use scissors but have a difficult time holding both the paper and the scissors at the same time, and in a coordinated manner. The kids can hold the paper up in place at the scissors, and just push down on the lever to make them cut. A great tool which can help them be independent with a difficult fine motor task.