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Spotlight on Gowanus Treehouse

Spotlight on Gowanus Treehouse

I have written previously about the importance of collaboration and a multi-disciplinary team.  Recently, I had the pleasure of visiting the Gowanus Treehouse in Gowanus, Brooklyn, where integrative treatment is key. Cathy Reid, an occupational therapist who...
The Occupational Therapy-Speech Connection

The Occupational Therapy-Speech Connection

The longer I work as a speech-language pathologist, the more I appreciate working with occupational therapists.  I checked in with my friend Jill Loftus at Honest OT in Denver, Colorado, to find out How Sensory Processing Impacts Speech Development. It’s important to...
Mommy, my ear hurts!- Causes of Ear Infections

Mommy, my ear hurts!- Causes of Ear Infections

Ear infections are one of the most common ailments of young children.  Unfortunately, babies (birth to two years old) are anatomically at a disadvantage for recurring infections. This is due to their flat eustachian tubes. According to the American...

Brain Builders for the Holidays!

The holiday season is here!  It is a busy time for everyone, filled with holiday gatherings, visits from family and friends, and shopping–but it is also the perfect time for you to maximize your child’s language skills. Here are 3 quick and easy brain...

Going Back to School on the Right Foot

September is an exciting time for teachers and children.  Although summer vacation is nice, the new school year brings new students, goals, and challenges.  Below are some tips to get back into routine the right way. 1. Set a firm bed-time  I have read...