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First of all, what is Occupational Therapy?
(We like this explanation copied from kidshealth.org about pediatric occupational therapy!)

💜OT helps kids play, improves their school performance, and aids their daily activities. It also boosts their self-esteem and sense of accomplishment.

With OT, kids can:
💙Develop fine motor skills so they can grasp and release toys and develop good handwriting or computer skills.
💛Improve eye–hand coordination so they can play and do needed school skills such as bat a ball and copy from a blackboard.
❤️Master basic life skills such as bathing, getting dressed, brushing teeth, and self-feeding.
💚Learn positive behaviors and social skills by practicing how they manage frustration and anger. 

7 Signs Occupational Therapy Might be Needed: For Babies, Children & Teens

  • Difficulties managing frustrations and avoiding tantrums
  • Seems to overreact to touch, taste, and sound (Sensory Seeking or Sensory Avoidance)
  • Poor coordination and clumsiness
  • Difficulty achieving age-appropriate developmental milestones
  • Struggles with tasks that require strength, control, and dexterity of the small hand muscles. (e.g. cutting with scissors, puzzles, or handwriting)
  • Loses place frequently when reading or copying from desk or board in classroom
  • Delays in academic achievement

Surprisingly, as many as 1 in 4 young children are at risk for a developmental delay or disability.

Unsurprisingly, moms usually catch the signs before anyone else.

Unsure? Still curious? Call to schedule a free screening with an occupational therapist.

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