What happens when the muscles in the mouth aren’t working correctly? First, let’s start with a definition of “oral-motor skills.”What are they? • Functions of the jaw, cheeks, lips, tongue, and hard and soft palates• Combination of sensory and motor-skill development•...
Self-regulation is defined as the ability to manage and monitor one’s own state of emotions, thoughts, impulses, and behaviors in a socially appropriate way within their environment. Indicators of poor self-regulation include: Frequent meltdowns Difficulty with...
Have you ever wanted to just give your child the extra edge—to help them get to the next level, past present frustrations? Michigan Pediatric Therapy is excited to offer Intensive programs. An Intensive program provides your child with the opportunity to...
The sensory powerhouses drive us to learn, grow, and expand. The sensory systems are designed to help us conquer the challenges of our world. However, when a powerhouse misfires, a child is faced with a chaotic world that is hard to understand and manage. What are the...
By Magda Girao, OTRL, CST-D, NDT, Michigan Pediatric Therapy, and Kirsten Sonneville-Douglass, IBCLC, Live Latch Love At Michigan Pediatric Therapy, we work hand-in-hand with lactation consultants. It is our commitment to work as a team to provide the best service...
“The toddler age is characterized by a constant recording of “No.” Sometimes the constant “no” makes us feel like we’re going insane. But nowhere is it more vexing than hearing “no” at meal times. No to veggies. No to chicken. No pasta. You get the idea. Ugh! As...
