There are many reasons families avoid giving candy to their kids on Halloween. Some children have food allergies, special diets, or can’t eat at all by mouth. Some families avoid candy for health reasons. Some people are lactose intolerant. Some children have oral motor dysfunction and are only able to eat certain foods safely. Other […]
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Is there only one perfect way to hold a pencil? No! What’s important is function. If your child’s grasp looks funky, but they can draw or write without their hand getting cramped or tired, it’s okay to let it go and stop nagging them. It can be very hard to change grasp patterns, especially in
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Sure you can throw in a cute pair of socks and a bib with a funny saying, but if want ideas for stocking stuffers that will boost your baby’s development, keep reading! Christmas is a great time to buy baby things they need like clothes and bottles. It’s also a great time to think of
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Wondering why your kids are constantly asking for nuggets? What is it about this food that kids love? Why are nuggets one of the few things picky eaters consistently eat? Keep reading for answers why your kid craves chicken nuggets! They’re Easy to Eat Young kids tend to love hand held foods. Grilled cheese sandwiches,
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Toys can be used to work on any developmental skill. If you want to give your 1 year old’s fine motor skills a boost, we have recommendations for you! Keep reading to learn about the best toys for fine motor skill development. To start, let’s explore what your 1 year old should be learning to
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