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Category: Child Development


Childhood Vaccines – Answers for Tough Questions

December 14, 2021  |  Parent Talks Podcast, Child Development  |  By Encompass

When parents are making decisions about early childhood vaccinations, how do they know who and what to trust? Dr. Neeta Jain, a pediatrician with Snoqualmie Valley Hospital, answers the questions that so many parents have about this very important aspect of their child’s development. Resources: The Science Behind COVID-19 Vaccines: Parent FAQ NPR: Some parents […]

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Gift Wrapping as An Opportunity to Practice Occupational Therapy Skills

December 7, 2021  |  Child Development  |  By Ashley Fletcher, MSOTR/L

Winter is a time that many choose to exchange gifts, whether it is to celebrate a holiday or to show appreciation for those in your life. Gift wrapping provides a highly motivating opportunity for kids to practice and generalize the skills that they are working on in occupational therapy. This is also a wonderful opportunity for […]

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Playtime is Learning Time

November 2, 2021  |  Parent Talks Podcast, Child Development, Play  |  By Encompass

How much should parents let their kids play? What are the impacts on a child’s development? And how much should parents play with their kids vs letting them play by themselves? Encompass toddler group facilitator and preschool teacher Nikki Slaght provides valuable tips and information, and two parents share their thoughts and perspectives. Resources: The […]

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Seattle Wolf – Conversations Interview

September 8, 2021  |  Child Development, Community  |  By Encompass

We were thrilled to share all that we do at Encompass with radio station 100.7 TheWolf and its sister stations recently. We invite you to listen to our own Lisa Yamasaki, Director of Development, as she shares about our mission and programs. Click on the ‘play’ arrow below to listen to the interview.  

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