Many of us know someone whose child has Attention Deficit Disorder/Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder, commonly called ADD/ADHD. Have you ever thought “Oh, boys will be boys”? Has anyone ever told you “She’s just lazy”? Recognizing October as National ADHD Awareness month, two mothers share their experiences—what led them to seek help and the treatments and strategies […]
Let’s face it – due to COVID19, we’re in an unprecedented situation with families juggling the realities of children at home attending school remotely, while trying to balance the potential physical and mental impacts. Two parents share how they’re handling the issues with their families, and Encompass Pediatric Therapist, Kim Hall, offers some terrific tips […]
Words Matter: Breaking down the term “red flags” [1] Maya Angelou said, “When you know better, you do better.” This is a guiding principle for us at Encompass Pediatric Therapy- as we learn new information from research, societal development, and current events, we are dedicated to doing better. In an effort to do better, it’s […]
Encouraging Sportsmanship with Board Games Board games are a great indoor activity and they are often a lot of fun for kids. However, the competitive nature of many board games can lead to frustration or disappointment that is hard for children to cope with. Children may have difficulty accepting losing a game or taking a […]
We are excited to bring you Part 2 in our Parent Talks podcast on Raising Anti-Racist Kids. In this episode’s continuing conversations, the families share tips for parents on teaching their kids about race, racism and how to be anti-racist. And Michelle Hughes from Bridge Communications discusses the concept of white privilege and how white […]
Join Encompass Child Care Consultation Nurse Caitlin Young, BSN, RN, and Assistant Teacher, Morgan Kather as they share important information regarding the Washington State Mask Mandate along with tips for helping your child feel comfortable with mask-wearing. More Resources: How to Help Children Adjust to Masks How to Help Your Child Feel Good about Using […]
