Occupational therapy
Why Can’t My Child Sit Still at Circle Time?
Why some preschoolers cannot sit still at circle time, what the evidence says about wobble stools and weighted vests, and what to ask the teacher to try.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/LThe Parent Library
Pediatric Speech & Occupational Therapy Blog for Parents
Clear, practical guides on talking, motor skills, sensory needs and milestones, for parents of children from birth to 18.
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Parent guides reviewed by Rachel Yashouafar, MA, OTR/L (60)
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Calming Strategies for an Overstimulated Child
Which calming strategies for an overstimulated child actually have evidence behind them, what to do in the first two minutes, and what to skip.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Why Does My Child Melt Down After Preschool Pickup?
Why children melt down after preschool pickup, what actually helps in the first ten minutes, and when to ask a pediatric OT to take a look.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Why Does My Child Scream When I Wash Their Hair?
Why some children scream when you wash their hair, what actually helps at bath time, and when to mention it to your pediatrician or an OT.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
What Are Heavy Work Activities for Kids?
Uncover the wonders of heavy work activities for kids: from lifting groceries to playful resistance movements, discover how they promote calm and focus.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Why Is My Child’s Handwriting So Messy?
Messy handwriting is usually about underlying skills, not effort. What is typical by age, what helps at home, and when to ask about an OT evaluation.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Why Does My Child Hate Brushing Their Teeth?
Toothbrushing meltdowns are usually sensory, not behavior. Why brushing is so hard for some kids, what helps at the sink, and when to ask for help.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
Why Does My Child Struggle to Get Dressed?
Why does my child struggle to get dressed? Dressing needs balance, two-handed skill and motor planning. What is typical, what helps at home, when to ask.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/L
Occupational therapy
In-Home vs Clinic Therapy: Which Is Better?
Neither is better in general. Where in-home wins, where a clinic genuinely wins, and how to choose based on your goals.
Rachel Yashouafar, OTR/LSchedule a Pediatric Therapy Evaluation in Westlake Village
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