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Little Steps Big Progress series
Foundations for Cutlery Skills at Mealtimes
Mealtimes are an important part of a child’s daily routine. In this article Rebecca outlines the developmental stages of feeding and cutlery skills and helps us understand possible barriers to feeding skills development, with guidance on how to address those concerns.
Supporting Sensory Processing Differences During the Holiday Season
Children with sensory processing differences, may find the changes around the festive period, to be distressing or even overwhelming, making it difficult for them to self-regulate. In this article Rebecca help us understand the unique challenges the holiday season may bring and how to better support them, helping ensure they can fully participate in this special time to the best of their abilities.
Supporting children and young people's self-regulation
Self-regulation is essential for meaningful participation in daily life. Occupational therapists support children to develop emotional regulation by identifying strategies tailored to their needs. In this article, Sam Wade outlines effective approaches that can be used.
Stepping stones to independence – Dressing skills
Dressing is a key step towards independence for children, involving complex motor and sensory skills. This article explores typical dressing development, practical tips for parents and carers, and how occupational therapy can support children facing dressing related challenges.
Addressing Handwriting Challenges in School-Aged Children
Occupational therapists are well-trained for analysing contributing factors impacting handwriting development and creating bespoke interventions and support plans for a child when required. In this article we look at the challenges and explore some of the solutions.
