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Making Lunchtime Fun: An OT’s Take on Picky Eating at School

Making Lunchtime Fun: An OT’s Take on Picky Eating at School

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | Sep 5, 2025 | Feeding Therapy, Occupational Therapy

Heading back to school is an exciting time, but for parents of picky eaters, it can also bring a wave of stress. The thought of lunchboxes coming home untouched and worries about their child’s nutrition during the school day are very real concerns. But what if...
Decoding Your Health Insurance: A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Therapy Coverage

Decoding Your Health Insurance: A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Therapy Coverage

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | Aug 1, 2025 | Feeding Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration Therapy, Speech Therapy

Let’s be honest: health insurance can feel like a secret language, full of confusing terms and hidden rules. When your child needs specialized care like pediatric occupational therapy (OT) or pediatric speech therapy, navigating your insurance policy can add an...
Unraveling the Tie: How Pediatric OT and Feeding Therapy Can Transform Life with Tethered Oral Tissues

Unraveling the Tie: How Pediatric OT and Feeding Therapy Can Transform Life with Tethered Oral Tissues

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | Jul 1, 2025 | Craniosacral Therapy, Feeding Therapy, Occupational Therapy

As parents, we want the best for our children, and that often means navigating a maze of information when something doesn’t seem quite right. One area that has gained increasing attention, and often brings with it a host of questions, is tethered oral tissues...
Smooth Travels, Happy Kids: Navigating Vacations with Picky Eaters and Sensory Sensitivities

Smooth Travels, Happy Kids: Navigating Vacations with Picky Eaters and Sensory Sensitivities

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | May 29, 2025 | Feeding Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration Therapy

The thought of a family vacation often conjures up images of fun, relaxation, and making lasting memories. But for parents of children with picky eating habits or sensory processing sensitivities, the reality of travel can sometimes feel more like a logistical...
Understanding Pediatric Myofunctional Therapy: How It Helps Your Child Thrive

Understanding Pediatric Myofunctional Therapy: How It Helps Your Child Thrive

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | May 29, 2025 | Occupational Therapy

As parents and caregivers, we want our children to grow, thrive, and meet every developmental milestone. Sometimes, though, challenges like difficulties with eating, breathing, speaking, or sleeping signal an underlying issue many don’t immediately think about:...
Splash into Summer: Sensory Integration Ideas for Kids with Occupational Therapy

Splash into Summer: Sensory Integration Ideas for Kids with Occupational Therapy

by Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Founder | May 5, 2025 | Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration Therapy

Summer is the perfect time for kids to play, explore, and grow—and when it comes to children with sensory processing challenges, the warmer months offer countless opportunities to build sensory integration skills through fun and purposeful activities. At Michigan...
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  • Making Lunchtime Fun: An OT’s Take on Picky Eating at School
  • Decoding Your Health Insurance: A Parent’s Guide to Pediatric Therapy Coverage
  • The Unspoken Rules: How Speech Therapy Unlocks Social Communication (Pragmatics) in Children
  • Unraveling the Tie: How Pediatric OT and Feeding Therapy Can Transform Life with Tethered Oral Tissues

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