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From the Mother of Child with Picky Eating/Problem Feeding and/or Sensory Challenges: A Letter For the Host on the Holidays

October 29, 2017Hallie

As a Pediatric Speech Language Pathologist who specializes in feeding and treats children from both a sensori-motor standpoint, I have compiled a letter that you might find useful for the upcoming holidays. In the past, this has been a VERY stressful time for some of our families. We’ve always suggested drafting a letter to Continue reading

How To Get Ready For the Fireworks

July 3, 2017January 27, 2021Hallie

This week we are focusing on social stories, or as I like to refer to them, picture guides. Social stories or picture guides are a way of teaching any child the feelings behind a new skill, activity or life experience. For example, we often make social stories to help children learn what they can do with Continue reading

How Long Will My Child Need Speech Therapy?

January 20, 2017January 21, 2017Hallie

This is a common question that most parents ask when preparing to start their child in speech, language and/or feeding therapy. And my answer is always the same, “it depends on various factors.” As a parent, this seemingly ambiguous response is frustrating! I get that. But please understand this is the hardest question for Continue reading

No child should eat lunch alone

October 20, 2016October 20, 2016Hallie

Have you been hanging out with us over on facebook? If not, you are missing out! Join us! One of our big focus points this month has been how to help your child succeed during their school day. One of the most important things that often gets overlooked is the importance of eating lunch! Why Continue reading

5 Important Tips For Beginning of the School Year

September 8, 2016Hallie

So the school year is back in session. You know it’s a “labor of love” to start and get settled in but it’s been a week or two and your child seems to be have a rough time. THIS IS NORMAL!! For some children the start of the school year totally rocks their Continue reading

How to Stop Post-School Meltdowns and Keep Everyone Happy

August 31, 2016Hallie

Does your child come home from school and go into a full-blown meltdown? This should tell you, something needs to change. But what? That’s what we are here to discuss today! It is okay for your child to come home from school and feel tired, occasionally have had a rough day and need to let Continue reading

Navigating The Friendly Skies With Autism

June 28, 2016Hallie

When was the last time you took an airplane somewhere? How about with your child with autism? So many parents are fearful of taking their child on an airplane and putting them through the airport and air travel experience. Rightly so… Think about it. It is a new experience. Lots of people. New and loud Continue reading

Don’t let others limit your child with autism

June 7, 2016June 7, 2016Hallie

What message have you been told (eh hem…lied to) about your child or children in general, that have autism? Have you been told they will never speak? Never ride a bike? Never play a sport? No two children are the same and many are ABLE. At times, they just need to be taught how to Continue reading