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!
Tag Archives: Child Development
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.
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.
One handed button hook
These are handy little devices for those people who have trouble managing buttons on your clothing using two hands! It will help pull the buttons through each button hole in your shirt using only one hand to get it done.
Brachial Plexus Injuries at Birth Episode 21 Child Development
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On this show I discuss the different types of brachial plexus injuries, what the brachial plexus is, and how the injuries can affect babies and toddlers.
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Research Article: Kinesio Arm Taping as Prophylaxis Against the development of Erb’s Engram.
http://ac.els-cdn.com
“Kinesio arm taping as prophylaxis against the development of Erb’s Engram.” Kinesio arm taping as prophylaxis against the development of Erb’s Engram – ScienceDirect, www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2090123212000641. Accessed 6 Sept. 2017.
Radwa S. ElKhatib. Emam H. ElNegmy. Amina H. Salem. AbdelAziz A. Sherief
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jare.2012.08.006
http://www.sciencedirect.com/
Plexus Definition: http://medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com
Brachial Plexus injury information:
http://www.birthinjuryguide.org
Brachial Plexus Info
http://bcchr.ca/brachial-plexus
Special Needs
Occupational Therapy
Child Development
Occupational Therapy in Early Intervention Episode 20 Child Development
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On this episode I discuss what Occupational Therapy means and how we work with infants and toddlers. Differences between OT and OTA are explained. The hopeful future of this podcast is laid out for you!
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KU Occupational Therapy: http://www.kumc.edu
OT Practice Act – AOTA: https://www.aota.org/-/media/Corporate/Files/Advocacy/State/Resources/PracticeAct/Model Definition of OT Practice Adopted 41411.pdf
OT Statistics in Europe: http://www.coteceurope.eu/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/2016-COTEC-Summary-of-the-OT-profession-in-Europe.pdf
OT in Germany: https://www.dve.info/
OT in Norway: http://www.ergoterapeutene.org/
OT in Ireland: https://www.aoti.ie/Default.aspx
European Network of Occupational Therapy in Higher Education: http://enothe.eu/
OT in Singapore: https://www.saot.org.sg/
OT in Japan: http://www.jaot.or.jp/
United Arab Emirates OT Statistics: http://www.payscale.com
OT Salaries: https://www.bls.gov/
OT Careers: http://money.usnews.com
Special Needs
Early Intervention
Child Development
Pediatric Occupational Therapy