by Lisa Williams | May 31, 2024 | Need To Know
“A pediatrician, occupational therapist, and physical therapist all log into a Zoom call…” …may sound like the setup for a quirky ’90s joke, but it’s the reality of a recent collaboration between Aaron Weiss, MD, Samantha Stiles, OT, and Juleah...
by Lisa Williams | Jul 5, 2023 | Need To Know
As a pediatric occupational therapist, I am dedicated to helping children overcome challenges and thrive in their daily lives. Mealtime is a part of everyday life that can frequently cause a struggle between child and parent. I want to shed some light on occupational...
by Lisa Williams | May 18, 2023 | Need To Know
Hey there caregivers! Today, we’re going to explore a fun and effective approach to developing healthy eating habits for your child: play! As a pediatric occupational therapist, I’ve witnessed firsthand the power of play in transforming picky eaters into...
by Lisa Williams | Jul 14, 2022 | Need To Know
Imagine being at the park. You are sitting at a picnic table, reading. You notice you are starting to get too hot, so you move into the shade. This triggers you to realize you are thirsty so you drink some cold water you brought with you. An hour later, you sense you...
by Lisa Williams | Jul 6, 2022 | Need To Know
Isn’t that what most people think, especially when talking about a child with sensory needs? But it is so much more intricate and involved than that. What is vestibular input? The vestibular system is our body’s understanding of our head position in space....
by Lisa Williams | Jun 22, 2022 | Need To Know
It’s a fancy word for the sensory input that gets transferred from our joints and muscles to tell us about our body position in relation to our environment. It’s really that simple. Input from the environment is received through muscle contraction and...
