Let’s take a look at my cat’s responses to stress, and see what they can teach us about our own nervous system in action!

As a parent, you may find yourself feeling overwhelmed when your child is excited about messy play. You want to support your child, but the mess, the sensory overload, and the cleanup can make it feel like too much. Here are some things I’ve found helpful when working with families who feel the same way:

Here are some of the underlying skills and challenges that come into play, plus ways you can support kids who may be having trouble: 

DnD and OT!

Here’s why I think DnD and similar games can be such a powerful (and fun!) tool for skill development. 

As parents, you’ve likely heard the term neurodiversity- but what does it really mean when it comes to supporting your child?

Neurodiversity is the idea that we all think, learn, and experience the world in different ways- and that this diversity is natural and valuable. The term was first introduced by Judy Singer, an autistic sociologist and activist, who helped us understand that differences in the brain are part of human diversity, just like eye color or personality.

Many children have strong food preferences, sensitivities, or challenges around eating. While this is often called picky eating, the term, selective eating, can better reflect the child’s unique needs and experiences. Whatever you call it, you’re not alone - and there are supportive, non-judgmental ways to help.

Here are some low-stress ways to help your child feel more comfortable around food, one bite (or non-bite!) at a time.