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Is Occupational Therapy Right for Your Child?

I'm an occupational therapist. Contrary to popular belief, this does not mean that I help people feel better about their jobs. I actually work with children, and help them with whatever functioning they need to improve. My young clients have handwriting issues, attention deficits, sensory processing disorders and more. Many parents are concerned about their children's development, including whether they're reaching milestones, whether they're able to complete daily tasks, or how they behave socially. If you've been thinking about your child's abilities lately, your family might benefit from an appointment with an occupational therapist. Find answers to your questions and learn more about how occupational therapy might benefit your child here.

Best Ways To Get Your Young Child Excited About Toothbrushing

Posted on May 19, 2015

Some children are reluctant to brush their teeth properly when they're very young. Those feelings of reluctance can result in bad toothbrushing habits when a child gets older. Cultivating your child's interest in oral hygiene from an early age is an important part of caring for your child's teeth. The following suggestions will help you motivate your child and encourage him or her to brush thoroughly and enthusiastically: Tell Tooth-brushing Stories  When your child is a preschooler, you'll spend equal amounts of time monitoring your child brushing his or her own teeth as you will brushing your child's teeth personally. [Read More]

What To Expect From Your First Manicure

Posted on May 4, 2015

Manicures provide you with beautifully-painted nails and a short pampering session. It is a great way to reward yourself for a hard working week or to get your nails ready for a special event. If you have never had a manicure before, this is what you can expect during your first one. The Preparation The first step of a manicure is the preparation. If you currently have nail polish on your nails, they will need to remove it first. [Read More]

Causes And Treatments For Night Blindness

Posted on April 1, 2015

If you have been experiencing difficulty seeing at night, you are not alone. Many people suffer from troubled night vision, medically referred to as night blindness, and there are a number of reasons as to why. It could be because of aging, a vitamin deficiency, or a genetic disorder. This article will give you an overview on some of the more common causes of night blindness. Vitamin A and Zinc Deficiency [Read More]

3 Reasons You Need Prescription Sunglasses

Posted on April 1, 2015

When you wear normal glasses, you don't get any UVA or UVB protection. If you try to wear normal sunglasses, you don't have any prescription in the lenses, making it harder to see. So, what can you do? Try prescription sunglasses. Here's three of the major benefits of these glasses and why you need to invest in them.  They Fit Your Face Correctly Sunglasses only work properly if they fit you correctly. [Read More]