Pediatric Therapy of Colorado

03/31/2026

03/31/2026

Even small steps move you forward 💛

03/31/2026

It's OK to hold multiple emotions at one time in this profession!

03/30/2026

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03/30/2026

🧩 Sensory Diet or Movement Break?

💥 Movement Break = quick burst of activity (jump, stretch, dance) to refocus.
🛠 Sensory Diet = planned activities to meet unique sensory needs all day long.

💜 Drop a 💜 for a printable that shows the difference!

03/30/2026

We’re quick to label the behavior.

To see it as something that needs correcting, something that’s a bit too much, a bit too inconvenient.

But what if we paused,
and looked at what’s underneath it?

Because children don’t seek attention for the sake of it.
They reach for connection in the only ways they know how.

And when we shift how we see it,
we don’t just respond differently —
we meet the need instead of managing the behavior.

And that’s where things begin to change. ❤️

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03/30/2026

A growing body of research shows that proprioceptive training...like joint position exercises and target-reaching tasks...can make a big difference in how kids move and function. These activities support body awareness, coordination, and movement control, laying the foundation for strong motor skills 🧠💪

As occupational therapy providers, weaving proprioceptive activities into our sessions is effective AND can be fun too!

Think obstacle courses, movement games, and hands-on challenges that help kids feel more confident in their bodies 🤸‍♀️🎯 Let’s keep using these playful, evidence-based strategies to help our kiddos grow, move, and thrive!

💪https://www.theottoolbox.com/proprioception-activities-improves-body-awareness/
💪https://www.theottoolbox.com/heavy-work-activities/
💪https://www.theottoolbox.com/proprioception-sensory-activities/
💪https://www.theottoolbox.com/self-awareness-games/

03/26/2026

Sensory is a hot term. Here is a free printable booklet on sensory processing that breaks the information down into bite-sized pieces of info, perfect for families and caregivers: https://www.theottoolbox.com/sensory-processing-disorder-information/

03/26/2026

Why is sensory play so important? 🤔

From brain development to everyday skills, sensory play lays the foundation for learning through play. 🧠✨

👉 Read more here: https://www.growinghandsonkids.com/sensory-play-important-development.html?utm_campaign=meetedgar&utm_medium=social&utm_source=meetedgar.com

03/26/2026

🇯🇵 is a Japanese concept meaning 'a reason for being'. But we're curious: What was YOUR reason for choosing to work in the profession? 🤔 (More info): theOThub.com/career

03/26/2026

Four Steps to Take Control of Your Mind and Change Your Brain
👉 https://buff.ly/7FCanie

💭 Thought reframing is one of the most powerful tools for mental wellness—and it’s backed by brain science.

This post walks you through four practical steps to shift unhelpful thinking patterns, rewire your brain, and regain control of your mind.

🔹 Learn how thoughts shape your brain
🔹 Interrupt negative loops
🔹 Replace self-defeating beliefs with healthier ones

You can train your brain to think in ways that support your growth and well-being.

03/26/2026

What you model, they mirror.💓