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Turning Practice Into Family Fun : Sit-to-Stand: A PT, OT & SLP Collaboration
Our goal was to build an activity that keeps motivation high while helping a child strengthen motor skills, practice communication, and connect socially with their family.
NewDayChildCoaching
Nov 103 min read


"My kid is easy!": The Quiet Wheel Needs Attention Too: When “Easy” Kids Are Actually Shutting Down
When “Easy” Kids Are Actually Shutting Down In the world of parenting—and even in schools and therapy—there’s an old saying: “The squeaky wheel gets the oil.” It’s true. The child whose needs are big and loud is impossible to ignore. The one who melts down at drop-off, screams at bedtime, or explodes when things don’t go their way...these kids keep us busy, worried, and looking for solutions. But what about the child who doesn’t squeak? The one who goes with the flow, never
NewDayChildCoaching
Oct 273 min read


How Parents Shape Their Child's Behavior: Pay Attention to Where You Pay Attention
Attention Picture this: you’ve just plopped down in your favorite comfy chair, sipping a hot cup of coffee. In the near distance, you watch your five-year-old and toddler playing dolls together. You smile to yourself and think— Yay! This day is finally here! My kids can happily play together. Mom sits down to relax with a hot cup of coffee...until... You take another sip of coffee and feel that rare moment of calm… until you see your toddler lean back, raise her open palm, an
NewDayChildCoaching
Oct 203 min read


How to Gently Expand Your Child’s Play or Food Preferences Using “Chaining”
Does your child have very specific likes? Are their likes so narrow that you don't know how to engage them with other tasks? If so, this article is for you!

Rachel Lynn, SLP
Jun 233 min read


Breaking the Cycle: Understanding the ACEs Quiz and How It Can Help You Parent with More Compassion and Clarity
Have you heard of the ACEs Quiz? Have you taken it? Do you want to be a cycle breaker and parent your children differently than how you were raised? If so, read this blog post to find out more.
NewDayChildCoaching
Jun 164 min read


Embracing Differences: Why We Must Reject the Idea That “Some Kids Just Can’t Learn”
There's a growing push-back about the long-overdue trend celebrating Autistic individuals. In my opinion, this is stemming from fear, not acceptance.

Rachel Lynn, SLP
Apr 143 min read


Strengthening Sibling Bonds: How to Foster Communication Development Through Play
Do you feel overwhelmed by your children competing for your attention? Try this strategy and see how your world improves!

Rachel Lynn, SLP
Apr 142 min read


Meet Amanda Rae, Occupational Therapist OT! Your Sensory and Vision Expert and Mom of Two Young Daughters!
Meet our own Amanda Rae, OTR and mom of two daughters!
NewDayChildCoaching
Mar 103 min read
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