Scented play dough is a great a way of building muscles in young children’s hands, providing and opportunity for “heavy work” for a young child or a play activity to keep children busy and entertained. Playing with play dough supports creative … [Read more...] about Scented Play Dough and how to use it in feeding therapy
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10 tips to increase protein rich foods in your child’s restrictive diet
We all know that protein rich foods are an important part of a balanced diet. But what do you do when you have a child with a restricted diet who avoids all or many sources of protein - meat, fish, eggs, nuts and some dairy products? This can be … [Read more...] about 10 tips to increase protein rich foods in your child’s restrictive diet
Sensory processing difficulties and toothbrushing – how to help your child stop battling toothbrushing
“Help my child won’t brush their teeth” is a comment we often hear from parents. Many children struggle with toothbrushing, but for some it’s a real battle. Does your child refuse to open their mouth or gag on the toothpaste? There are a variety of … [Read more...] about Sensory processing difficulties and toothbrushing – how to help your child stop battling toothbrushing
Top 10 feeding tips: For young children who struggle to eat a wide variety of food.
Why is it important to research what the top 10 feeding tips are? Are you a stressed parent, a worried Grandparent or a concerned friend? Is there a young child who could benefit from the top 10 feeding tips in your life? Feeding difficulties … [Read more...] about Top 10 feeding tips: For young children who struggle to eat a wide variety of food.
Simply what is Paediatric Occupational Therapy?
Having worked in paediatric occupational therapy for a while now, I often get asked, “what does an Occupational Therapist actually do”? So here is my explanation of what Occupational Therapy with children is all about… Occupational therapists are … [Read more...] about Simply what is Paediatric Occupational Therapy?
ARFID: Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder
Sprouts Child Occupational Therapy are experienced working with children who have a diagnosis of Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). We hope that this will provide you with a bit more information about what ARFID is. What does … [Read more...] about ARFID: Avoidant / Restrictive Food Intake Disorder