Chicken nuggets and mac ‘n cheese may be a staple for many families with young children, but when food preferences turn into restrictions, it can lead to more serious developmental issues. On this episode of Encompass Parent Talks, two moms share the experiences they had with picky eaters, we’ll offer some tips on what you […]
It’s not just fun and games; playtime can affect so many areas of a child’s development. Whether you’re the creative type or more of a rule follower, you’ll be sure to get some great advice on playing with your kids from someone who gets paid to play for a living: Encompass Speech-Language Pathologist Lindsey Cooper. […]
Summer is officially here, and it’s a great opportunity to spend time playing with your children in ways that help their development. Below is a list of some of my favorite summer activities you can do at home to help strengthen motor skills, like hand-eye coordination and balance. The best part is that most of […]
Summer is here and it’s time to keep the kids busy and having fun! Providing kids with the opportunity to move their bodies is as essential as giving them a healthy meal. With the weather warming up, it’s the perfect opportunity to get out and get moving. The park is a great place to allow […]
Each May, Better Hearing & Speech Month (BHSM) provides an opportunity to raise awareness about communication disorders and the role of professionals like Speech-Language Pathologists in providing life-altering treatment. For 2019, the BHSM theme is “Communication Across the Lifespan.” The American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) has many resources to help you celebrate all month long. Here […]
As an Occupational Therapist and a mom with three boys, I am seeing some trends in child development that I am becoming more and more concerned about. I stumbled upon the article (ironically, on social media) “Why are our children so bored at school, cannot wait, get easily frustrated and have no real friends?” by […]
