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Body awareness is an understanding of the various parts of the body - what they can do and how they relate to other body parts. This begins in infancy, when babies first discover their hands and feet and, as they grow, they discover different parts and how they move, enabling them to crawl, walk, run, climb, and play. Body awareness lays the foundation for various skills, including fine and gross motor skills, spatial awareness, and even emotional regulation. When children are in tune with their bodies, they move with confidence and grace, enhancing their overall well-being. One fun and effective way to foster body awareness is through the use of playdough to create people. When creating the different body parts, the children not only engage their fine motor skills but also deepen their understanding of anatomy. They learn about proportions and spatial relationships, while creating little playdough people encourages imaginative play, fostering creativity and emotional expression. It is fascinating to watch how the playdough people get more and more detail as the children learn more about their bodies.

I've put together a CPD for Play Therapists through Play Therapy UK/Play Therapy International. Really looking forward to delivering this one and receiving feedback on the content. It's a really important topic for my own therapeutic journey as I have learned to understand and accept my own experiences of Rage. Check out the training bio below: What do we do when rage shows up in the playroom? Or how do we support parents when rage consistently shows up at home?  This session will explore the history, perceptions and archetypal value of the word ‘rage’ as well as navigating our own experience of rage within ourselves. Holding and accepting our own emotional experience during moments of intense emotional dysregulation could support us in providing space for rage in those with more complex needs.  Bring some crayons and paper and get comfy. Maybe even come angry…

Can someone explain why speech therapists work directly with children rather than supporting the people who the child naturally has a need to communicate with (like parents) to support the child? Other than that it’s obviously more profitable? Just because a child can’t speak doesn’t mean they don’t realize that the therapist is only speaking with them because it’s their job? And what about how the demand of having to speak with someone you don’t care to speak with can itself be debilitating? Especially when they are evaluating and assessing everything you say and do?

Tips for parents: What happens after your child’s Hearing Loss Diagnosed: □ Receive services from a Service Coordinator (resources, funding, family support) □ Communication development planning with an IHP Audiologist begins □ Evaluation by ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat doctor) □ Visit a Hearing Instrument Specialist □ Hearing aid fitting by an IHP Audiologist □ Learn about hearing aid use and maintenance

Attention, patience, understanding, love, commitment, and a ton load of fun. That's all they really need to STRETCH THEIR SHINE. Now here's the short version of this developing story: A parent requested that I assess and work with their child who manifests symptoms of ASD. After a series of diagnostic interviews and observations, the child engaged in their first therapy session. One of the concerns expressed and observation made during therapy was the child's hypersensitivity to water; typically resulting in avoidant behaviours. One week later: By using the child's favourite play routine and toys, a water activity was incorporated to uncover the right "fit" for the child. The child moved from avoiding the feel of running water to literally spending almost two hours playing in the water! Having also expressive and receptive language concerns, we began to work on the preposition "in." He used "in" appropriately and added "up," "down," and "splash" to his vocabulary. Today was filled with laughter, improved eye contact, vocabulary expansion, improved ability to follow instructions and a growing tolerance to running water. This type of progress requires an "all-hands-on-deck" approach. The parents are also FANTASTIC! We truly can get it right.... But only at The Respite.

Steps to teach a child who has difficulty pronouncing B/P, V/F, D/T: 1. Make it Fun and Visual: Mirror Time: Use a small mirror to let the child see your mouth movements as you say the sounds. 2. Exaggerate the differences between B /P and V/F (lips together vs. teeth close but not touching). 3. Tactile Activities: Use play dough or clay to shape the lips for each sound (rounded for B/P, slight smile for V/F). 4. Focus on Feeling the Sounds: B/P: Have the child feel their lips come together for "buh" and puff out slightly for "puh." V/F: Let them feel their teeth almost touching for "fuh" and their top teeth barely touching their lower lip for "vuh." D/T: Help them feel the tongue touch the back of their teeth for "tuh" and the tip of their tongue touch the back of their upper front teeth for "duh." 5. Start Simple and Build Up: Minimal Pairs: Practice words that only differ by the target sound (e.g., big/pig, van/fan, dog/tog).

Here's the SCAM alert! As per the ANSI (American National Standards Institute) S3.22 : 2014 (R2020), there are certain factors to be taken care of, before you conclude your right treatment. 1. Your hearing levels needs to be evaluated by Audiologist in a sound treated room. 2. Choose the right hearing aid based on your hearing levels. Sometimes even a simple device would be the right pick. 3. Getting higher price devices always may not be the right pick for you rather it mostly favors business 4. Never go with reviews, unless and unless it verified. Few basic precautions would let you make your right decision. Happy Listening ✨ **Contact Us:** For inquiries, appointments, or more information about our services at Sphere Speech and Hearing Care, please reach out to us: - **Email**: spherespeechhearingcare@gmail.com - **Phone**: +91-6383540063 - **Website**: [Sphere Speech and Hearing Care](https://lnkd.in/dXfEn774) We look forward to hearing from you!

Parents, the way you raise your child, and talk to them will have a direct impact on that inner voice. And they start listening a lot younger than we’d all think. 5 years old is incredibly young, yet they’re listening. They may not be able to follow your rules as often as you like, but they’re listening. That inner private voice is learning to talk to themselves in the manner that you talk to them. If you want them to have a strong and confident private voice, that makes them believe they can accomplish anything, then you have to talk to them that way. If you want them to be calm and confident during stressful, nerve-wrecking scenarios, then you have to speak to them calmly and confidently during those scenarios. Be mindful of your tone of voice, body posture, hand movements, facial expressions, and EVERY WORD YOU SAY. It all matters.

"🌟 Parent Tip: Every neurodiverse child has unique sensory preferences. Some kids may seek sensory input, like touching different textures or moving around, while others might need quiet, calming spaces. Offer options that cater to their needs—whether it’s a fidget toy or a pair of noise-cancelling headphones. 🧸🎧What sensory activities does your child love the most? Share with us below! #SensorySupport #NeurodiversityAwareness #ParentingTips"

🔊 October is National Hearing Loss Prevention Month! 🔊 Did you know that exposure to noise levels above 85 dB can permanently damage your hearing? Whether you're on a construction site, in a factory, or attending a concert, protecting your ears is essential. Once hearing is lost, it can’t be recovered. This month, we’re raising awareness about the importance of hearing protection in the workplace and beyond. Learn how hearing works, how noise damages it, and most importantly, how you can protect yourself. Check out our latest article on Hearing Loss Prevention and take steps to safeguard your hearing today! 🎧👂 #HearingProtection #HearingLossPrevention #WorkplaceSafety #NoiseSafety #PPE #HearingHealth #StaySafeAtWork #newblogpost #SafetyTalk Click here to view https://wix.to/I4PWg8M