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Early Intervention Using a Whole Child Approach Episode 61

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On this episode, I discuss how we can view one play activity in different ways.  What therapists are looking for when observing a child play with toys, objects, and just overall interacting with their parents and siblings.

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Early Signs of Autism in Infants and Toddlers Episode 58

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On this episode I discuss what some of the early common signs of Autism are in Infants and Toddlers.  I also discuss a research study about trial using parent-mediated video intervention.

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Research Article
Green, J, et al. “Randomised trial of a parent-Mediated intervention for infants at high risk for autism: longitudinal outcomes to age 3 years.” Journal of child psychology and psychiatry, and allied disciplines., U.S. National Library of Medicine, Dec. 2017, www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28393350.

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Sensory Issues Getting Worse Episode 57

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On this episode I discuss why some kids my seem to be having some increased sensory processing issues right now. . .

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Interview with Michelle Emanuel Tummy Time Method Episode 56

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On this episode, I have an interview discussion with Michelle Emanuel who developed the Tummy Time Method.
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Play With Your Food Book Now Available on Amazon!!!

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My book is now available on Amazon.com and Amazon Europe!! Click on the picture to take you to the Amazon store where you can purchase it for only $6.50 USD!! Free Shipping for Amazon Prime Members!
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Tactile Sensitivities With Wearing Clothing Episode 53

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On this episode, I discuss why some kids won’t seem to leave their clothes on, and what some possible strategies are for helping them wear clothes!

Also, my new book published today on Amazon.com and Amazon Europe! My listing price is $6.50 USD.  At the time of this posting Amazon did not have my listing price updated yet, so check back later today or tomorrow to get it at that price.  3rd party sellers are listing it for much higher than that right now.

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Proprioception and Grading Movements Episode 51

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On this episode I discuss Proprioceptive Sensory Processing and how it works. I will give you some ideas about strategies and activities you can do with kids who have issues with this sense.

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Abilitations Handi-Writer Set on Amazon

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These are handy little items for kids with weak grasp or low endurance for writing activities.  They are also helpful for kids that have trouble closing their last 2-3 fingers to hold the pencil with only their thumb and first finger or thumb, index, and middle fingers.