by Miss Jaime | Sensory Processing
It is probably not what you think. It has nothing to do with eating! A teacher overheard me talking about sensory diets and very sensibly asked about food. With all the allergies and specialized diets nowadays, it’s easy to confuse the term. BUT- I decided to...
by Miss Jaime | DIY, Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills
What to do when a child is still mouthing everything… So, I am addressing this issue this week because it is only the first week of school and already a bunch of teachers and some friends have asked for advice about their student or their own child...
by Miss Jaime | Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills, Seasonal
Doesn’t this guy look too perfect? Most kids are not able to sit so beautifully for homework time. Here are some simple “OT tips” to get those bottoms on the chair and that work completed! It’s Back to School Time! This means schedules,...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Babys and Toddlers, Other, School Services: OT, Special Educ
In this article, the terminology, Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE), is specific to New York State, but these services are generally available in all US States. See the full explanation at the bottom of this article. Preschool Special Education...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Babys and Toddlers, Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Long Island, School Services: OT, Special Educ
You noticed that your baby isn’t able to do some of the things that other children his age can do. What do you do now? Who do you call? Where do you go? There are a lot of feelings and worries attached to getting services for your child. But, I can’t...
by Miss Jaime | Handwriting & Visual Motor Skills
5 Tricks to help your child with cutting 1. Thumbs up for good cutting! Teach your child that “thumbs up” means “good job”. Then, show them that in order to cut properly, both hands should be “thumbs up” or “thumbs on...
