How Play Helps Develop Language Skills in Children
Discover how play helps boost your child’s language development! Learn why play-based therapy is a powerful tool for building communication skills and get practical tips for using play to support your child’s speech at home. Contact Children in Motion today to see how we can help your child thrive through fun, engaging therapy sessions
Supporting Fine Motor Skills Through Play
Boost your child’s fine motor skills with easy, at-home activities. Discover tips and learn how Children in Motion’s occupational therapy can help kids develop strong, coordinated hands through play!
Our Favorite Things: The Best Sensory Toys for Holiday Gifting in 2024
Discover the top 10 sensory toys for kids ages 0-11 in our 2024 holiday gift guide! At Children in Motion, we've curated the best gifts to support sensory processing, fine motor skills, and self-regulation. From calming tools like weighted lap pads and liquid motion bubblers to creative play options like Kinetic Sand and Squigz, our favorite things list has something for every child. These handpicked toys are perfect for promoting development and making playtime both fun and therapeutic. Check out our expert recommendations and shop our favorite sensory-friendly gifts today!
Helping Children with Social Skills: Tips for Parents
Learn how to support your child’s social development with practical tips and strategies. Children in Motion offers family-centered occupational and speech therapy services to help kids build confidence and connect with others. Contact us today to learn more!
Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Problems Transition Back to School
Struggling with your child's transition back to school due to sensory processing problems? At Children in Motion in Utah, our specialized pediatric occupational therapy focuses on sensory integration to help children thrive in school. Our family-centered and child-centered therapy approaches ensure personalized care, while our relationship-based occupational therapy supports overall development. Contact us today to schedule an occupational therapy evaluation and make this school year the best one yet for your child.
Water Safety: Part II
For parents of children with autism, communication delays, sensory needs, or other challenges, ensuring water safety can be a daunting task. As pediatric Occupational Therapists (OTs) and Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), we understand the unique sensory and communication needs of these children and the importance of equipping parents with the right tools and strategies for a safe and enjoyable summer. Here are some tips to help you navigate water safety this summer:
What is Phonological Awareness and Why it Matters for your child
Phonological awareness is all about playing with sounds in words. It's the ability to recognize and manipulate the sounds of spoken language. Think rhyming, segmenting words into syllables and individual sounds (phonemes), blending sounds to form words, and identifying sounds at the beginning, middle, and end of words.
Understanding Insurance Deductibles, Co-insurance, and Co-payments: A Guide for Parents at Children In Motion Therapy Clinic
Understanding health insurance terms like deductibles, co-insurance, and co-payments is crucial for effectively managing your family's healthcare expenses. At Children In Motion Therapy Clinic, we guide you through the complexities of insurance policies to ensure you can make informed decisions about your child's occupational and speech therapy needs. Learn how deductibles influence your out-of-pocket costs, the differences between co-insurance and co-payments, and why knowing your insurance coverage limits is essential for planning your child's therapy sessions. Stay empowered and avoid unexpected costs with our easy-to-understand guide to insurance terms.
Navigating Vacation Challenges: Supporting Children with Sensory Processing Problems
Traveling with children can be a delightful adventure, but for parents of children with Sensory Processing Problems (SPP), it often presents unique challenges. Recognizing signs such as over-sensitivity to sensory inputs is crucial for managing difficulties during travel, where environments like crowded airports can cause sensory overload and anxiety. Planning ahead is essential—selecting suitable activities, packing a sensory toolkit with items like noise-cancelling headphones, and maintaining familiar routines can all help in creating a more enjoyable and stress-free vacation. By tailoring travel experiences to their child’s needs, parents can ensure that the entire family enjoys a fulfilling vacation.
Discover the Magic of Nature: Enhancing Therapy for Children with Sensory Processing Challenges and Social Skills Delays
Explore the benefits of nature-based therapy at Children in Motion, LLC. Learn how outdoor activities can enhance sensory processing and social skills in children. Join our Sensational Nature Explorers summer camp in Murray, Utah!
Responsive Feeding: Learning to Respond to Your Child’s Feeding Cues
Responsive feeding is an approach that has gained significant attention lately, and for good reason. It involves tuning in to your child's hunger cues and fullness signals to provide food when they're hungry and stop when they're full. In this post, we'll explore the benefits of responsive feeding and offer practical tips and strategies for parents/caregivers who want to embrace this approach for their child.