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10 Fun Ways to Use Sidewalk Chalk This Summer!
Why should children write and draw with chalk? Writing and drawing with chalk can help children work on fine motor skills such as...
Alison McDonald, OTR/L
Jun 20, 20213 min read
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Summer Outdoor Toy Recommendations
Check out these outdoor toys to use with your kids this summer. They provide hours of fun and help develop both gross and fine motor...
Alyssa Ingmanson PT, DPT
Jun 4, 20211 min read
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The Importance of Integrating Primitive Reflexes
Primitive or Infant Reflexes are automatic movements that are essential for the development of head control, muscle tone, sensory...
snehagosaliapt
Jun 1, 20219 min read
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June Activity Calendar
Try out these fun activities each day in June to keep your children engaged and moving during the summer. These activities work on gross...
Alyssa Ingmanson PT, DPT
May 19, 20211 min read
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Motor Development (Birth-12 months)
The first year of life is one of the most critical stages in childhood development. From the moment a newborn opens their eyes, they...
Sneha Gosalia, PT DPT CKTP
May 8, 20215 min read
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Pre-Crawling Activities
Do you have a 6-12 month old who is not yet crawling? If so, this post will give you helpful exercises to help your little one achieve...
Alyssa Ingmanson PT, DPT
Apr 12, 20213 min read
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