Sensory activities are a powerful tool for enhancing the well-being and development of special needs children. These activities stimulate the senses, promote learning, and provide a therapeutic way for children to explore their environment. In this article, we'll delve into the world of sensory … [Read more...]
Fun Calisthenics for Kids: 5 Animal-Style Exercises to Boost Strength and Agility
Have you ever noticed how effortlessly kids move? Jumping, twisting, and balancing — it’s like second nature to them. Well, what if we told you these playful movements could be the key to keeping your little ones active and healthy? Yes, we’re talking about calisthenics for children. While … [Read more...]
Early Intervention for Special Needs Children: A Key to Success
Early intervention plays a pivotal role in the development and well-being of special needs children. It involves a range of services and support systems designed to address the unique needs of children with disabilities or developmental delays. This article explores the importance of early … [Read more...]
How to Encourage Good Sleep Habits in Children
Are you tired of your child struggling to fall asleep at night? Do you find yourself constantly trying to coax them into bed? As parents, we all know the importance of good sleep habits in our little ones. But, sometimes, it can be a real challenge to establish a consistent routine that works for … [Read more...]
7 Habits of Parents who have Highly Fit Kids
It is getting increasingly difficult to keep kids fit and active in our age of mobile phones, Xbox, Playstation, computers games and TV. Busy parents, unwillingly, succumb to the engaging powers of these in order to make some much needed time for themselves. Sunday night pizza and food-ordering apps … [Read more...]
Joel Lavine MD, Innovator in the Field of Pediatrics
Dr. Joel E. Lavine, a tenured Professor of Pediatrics at Columbia University, continues his prestigious and productive career in the field of Pediatrics. His unique perspectives have granted him a strong understanding of the field, so much so that he continues to innovate and expand on many … [Read more...]
Is a Life Coach Needed for Kids?
Happy children, full of self-confidence, have more future prospects… 'I can't'….. 'I don't dare'…. Every child feels insecure from time to time. It only becomes difficult if your child starts to avoid certain situations, prefers to stay at home or does not dare to say 'no' for the fear that he no … [Read more...]
Autism Assessments: Detecting Girls With Potential ASD
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most trained professionals can diagnose autism spectrum disorder in two-year-olds and other preschool-age children using measures such as the (CARS™2) Childhood Autism Rating Scale™ and others. Many children do not receive an … [Read more...]
Why Play is Important for Children’s Mental Health
Playing is such an essential part of life no matter what our age, and while we do seem to get a lot more time to do it when we are younger, it is crucial that that time is taken advantage of. The need to play is an innate motivation, though it is demonstrated through thousands of different … [Read more...]
What is Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for Autism?
Applied behavior analysis (ABA) is a type of therapy that is commonly used in the treatment of autism. It may be used at home, in schools, and in Action Behavior centers to teach autistic children how to behave properly. ABA was first invented back in the 1960s by a psychologist called Dr. … [Read more...]