Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 24th August 2017 Back to School? Are you ready? Are they ready? Readiness and preparation is the key to starting back to school, especially when transitioning into a new school or new class. Here are some things to think about when sending your child off to school, especially if...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 28th June 2017 Fidget Gadgets We recently posted a link on our Facebook page regarding sensory tools for Fidgety kids; this post was created by Wunder Mom- Home.Kids.Life and can be accessed at https://www.facebook.com/childrenstherapysolutions/posts/1437475369656677 These ideas included: Pipe cleaners: These are easily accessible in schools and...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 26th April 2017 We recently posted a link on our Facebook page explaining about the new sensory room in Shannon Airport. This is the first European Airport sensory room and should hopefully encourage other airports to create their own sensory environment. https://www.facebook.com/Shannon.Airport.Official/videos/1303271216429032/ Support Systems in British airports It...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 17th January 2017 Planning for 2017: Setting Goals Happy New Year everyone!! New Year’s resolutions, maybe you could set a family goal or individual goal. It is so important to have goals and aspirations but make sure you grade these goals. How to write goals – SMART goals...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 19th December 2016 Tips for the Christmas Period We recently posted a link on our Facebook page to a course on ‘How to Manage Autism Calmly over the Christmas period’ by Yvonne Newbold- here’s the link if you would like more information https://www.udemy.com/how-to-manage-autism-calmly-over-christmas/?couponCode=AC1500 The build up Often the...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 13th October 2016 Sensory Integration Our 3 Primary Senses Remember the thriving tree of sensory integration from our last blog? Well it’s back again to explain why our primary senses are so important. Cognition ♦ Development ♦ Sensory Integration Proprioception ♦ Vestibular ♦ Tactile Proprioception ...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 2nd September 2016 Sensory Integration Therapy In order for children to develop and learn, they need to gain an understanding of the world around them. If we cannot register, organise, filter, integrate and store sensory information then the world around us can have a great effect on our performance. Our Brain...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 16th August 2016 Encourage Outdoor Learning & Physical Activity We recently posted a link on our Facebook page which was published by the BBC. It related to the importance of outdoor learning. Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/childrenstherapysolutions/posts/1122161881188029 Now it’s the summer holidays. It’s time to get out and play whilst the...
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Blogger Pip Else – Paediatric OT 29th July 2016 Some tips to help when going abroad Sometimes going abroad can be scary for kids and parents because everything is new therefore, preparation is key. Ideas for in the airport Gatwick airport have a Lanyard system for those with hidden disabilities see the link: http://mediacentre.gatwickairport.com/press-releases/2016/16-05-19-new-lanyard-launched-to-assist-passengers-with-hidden-disabilities.aspx Autism Awareness at...
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