Therapy with Esther

24/10/2025

15/04/2025

Story time: A mom came to me feeling like she was missing something.

Her toddler was hitting the "big" milestones—walking, talking, eating okay.

But still… something felt off.

He didn’t like tummy time as a baby.
Avoided messy play.
Always seemed overwhelmed in noisy places.
Transitions were hard.

She kept asking:
“Is this just his personality… or am I overlooking something?”

The truth?
She wasn’t missing anything.
But the tools she had weren’t telling the full story.

She didn’t need another milestone checklist.
She needed to understand how development really works—beneath the surface.

When she saw the Milestone Roadmap™, she told me:

“This finally made sense. I feel like I understand my child now.”

Because the roadmap isn’t about checking boxes.
It’s about seeing the whole picture—how sensory, motor, and emotional skills build over time.

She started to support him in small, playful ways—on his level.
And progress followed.

✨ This is what it means to Play with Purpose.

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Comment “MAP” and I’ll send you the free download.

You’re not alone.
And you’re more equipped than you think.

08/04/2025

Story time!

Little L was so excited to thread beads onto a string, but every time she tried to move a bead from her palm to her fingers, it kept slipping!

Frustration took over, and she was ready to give up. 😞💡

Did you know that in-hand manipulation is like a juggling act between your fingers and palm?

It’s what helps us do everyday tasks like opening a bottle cap, flipping a coin, or moving beads from our palm to our fingertips. 🖐✨

It’s the same skill you use when juggling keys to find the right one before opening a door or buttoning your shirt.

These actions may seem simple, but they require coordination, strength, and dexterity.

Why is this important?

Identifying the problem is the first step to solving it.

When kids struggle with in-hand manipulation, everyday tasks can feel overwhelming.

But the good news?

Targeted activities can strengthen this skill, making daily tasks easier and boosting confidence! 💪

With time and the right activities, L slowly mastered moving beads with ease—one small step toward greater independence in her daily life!

26/02/2025

Story time!

Parents often ask, “Does OT really make a difference?” And the best way to answer that? The smiles, the progress, and the joy I see in every session. 💙✨

From children learning to regulate their emotions to those mastering fine motor skills, or the "Aha!" moment for a parent when something makes sense—each journey is unique, and every little win matters. Whether it’s a child feeling calmer, gaining independence, or simply enjoying the process, OT is all about empowering both kids and parents. ❤️

If you’re ready to learn more about how occupational therapy can help your child, or how you can support your child’s journey, reach out today. Let’s talk about how we can make a difference together. 💙

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13/02/2025

I was invited to 2 different conferences hosted by and !

It was a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded people in the same field!

UAE is truly blessed with a large group of committed people to support families and children with special needs! The pictures are from both of those conferences.

We are still reeling from all the positive feedback we got for .

A big thank you to everyone who came to our stall to listen to our journey!

A shoutout to .arif.khan and (Dr Amam) for all your support and encouragement!

05/02/2025

VISUAL PERCEPTION!
It is the most undervalued skill that we all have but aren’t aware of.

It helps in so many ways in everyday tasks whether it’s at school, work, or play!

Want to engage in captivating activities to understand your child's visual motor skills?

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