by Miss Jaime | Sensory Processing
Foreword from Miss Jaime, O.T. : A few months ago, I came across a post in a Facebook support group that really moved me. It was written by a young woman who has Sensory Processing Dysfunction (SPD). She praised and encouraged the stressed out,...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Sensory Processing
How Do I Stop My Child from Pulling/Playing with Hair at Naptime? Question from Jamie in Naples, Florida: “Hey, Miss Jaime! Wondering if you have any sensory ideas to keep my daughter’s hands busy. She will be three in April. She would always play with her...
by Miss Jaime | Sensory Processing
I recently started to get into the whole “essential oil” thing. As a yoga lover, I have a tiny bit of holistic hippie in me, but as an OT, I’m more interested in using aromatherapy to help children learn, focus, and calm. The thought of finding a...
by Miss Jaime | Fine Motor & Bilateral Skills, Sensory Processing
Guest post from Hope Caracci What does it mean for a child to have sensory issues? Some children have sensory likes/dislikes that negatively affect daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, playing, and socializing with friends. Read this example: The story of a...
by Miss Jaime | Ask an OT, Sensory Processing
Ask Miss Jaime OT! ~ from Theresa Allender in Seattle, Washington How to Desensitize Skin Question:”My four-year-old has a super sensitive body. She is uncomfortable with kisses and hugs, she will only wear certain clothes because of how they feel, she is the...
by Miss Jaime | Sensory Processing
Many people are busy following through on their resolutions at this time of the year, and MANY of those resolutions involve getting healthy, eating well, and exercising. Parents nowadays are often struggling to find the balance between making sure their children get...
