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Tumble n' Dots

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Tumble n' Dots

Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, and Feeding Therapy. Family-centered care in Irvine.

Tumble N’ Dots is a dynamic and progressive pediatric therapy clinic that has been servicing children in and around Orange County since 2008. We cater to the needs of children primarily from pre-school to 12 years of age with a wide range of neurological, biological, and developmental disabilities. We specialize and have earned recognition for our treatment of children with ADD/ADHD, Sensory Proce

ssing Dysfunctions (SPD), feeding, and Autistic Spectrum Disorders. Our office provides a multitude of treatment modalities including sensory integration therapy, fine and gross motor therapy, handwriting programs, movement based social skill groups, and creative arts group classes. Advanced assessment tools, observations in multiple settings, and parents interviews are used to evaluate your child’s level or performance and skills. We use the results of our assessments to build an individualized program that supports your child’s needs and provide the family with strategies that can be done at home and in the community. Our goal is to help with your child’s developmental needs and support families and caregivers by providing consultation and resources. Every treatment session is designed to meet the individual needs of your child and to ensure that he/she meets his/her maximum potential. At Tumble N’ Dots, your child becomes our child and their success is our success. We take pride in offering a nurturing and caring environment where you and your child will feel safe and secure to explore, take risks, and overcome challenges. We believe in collaborating with your child’s teachers, pediatrician, and other professionals to ensure the best integrated care.

04/16/2026

Happy What to Know Wednesday! Let's learn about W-sitting...

W-sitting…you’ve probably seen your child sit like this (knees bent, feet out to the sides).

The good news? It’s very common and not something to panic about if it happens occasionally.

But when kids prefer this position all the time, it can be a sign they’re relying on extra support instead of using their core muscles. Over time, this can make it a little harder to build strength, balance, and coordination

What you can do at home:
• Gently remind them to switch positions
• Try “criss-cross applesauce”
• Side sitting or legs straight out work too!
• Make it fun! Turn it into a game instead of a correction

The goal isn’t to constantly correct them—just to encourage variety in how they sit.

If you notice your child always chooses W-sitting or has trouble sitting in other ways, it might be helpful to check in with a pediatric OT for a little extra support!

04/15/2026

April is Autism Acceptance Month! At Tumble N' Dots, we aim to create a safe space where every child can be understood, supported, and celebrated, exactly as they are. We believe not only in raising autism awareness, but also autism acceptance and advocacy. Celebrating the identities and experiences of all Autistic individuals!

04/13/2026

Our Social Superheroes are working on identifying emotions with the help of their very own face mood boards! We talked about how our bodies react to different emotions and practiced visualizing this with designing different facial expressions on our boards.

This activity supported emotional recognition by connecting feelings with facial cues and body signals. These skills can help our Superheroes not only recognize their own feelings better, but also better understand their peers as well! 💙💚💛❤️

04/11/2026

Our Curious Caterpillars are supported through an engaging routine of circle time, sensory bins, obstacles courses, and other activities that exercise their fine and gross motor skills! We value our small group sizes where our therapy team can cater to your child's individualized needs 🐛💚

04/09/2026

It's What to Know Wednesday! Let's learn about "food jags"...

Food jags are super common, especially in toddlers and preschoolers. It can look like loving a food one week and refusing it the next, or only wanting one specific brand/shape every single day.

Food jags usually happen when a child sticks to a small group of preferred foods (sometimes eating the same thing every single day). This can be linked to sensory preferences and how your child experiences different textures, tastes, and smells, a need for predictability, or even a way to feel in control.

There are gentle ways to support them. Try these tips:
• Keep a “safe food” on the plate so your child feels comfortable
• Make small changes (cut it differently, switch the shape, try a new brand)
• Skip the pressure (less stress = more willingness over time)
• Let them explore food (touching, smelling, playing counts!)
• Keep offering foods without expectations

Progress doesn’t happen overnight, but those small, low-pressure exposures really add up.

04/07/2026

Our Spring Break Intensive Group is in full swing 🌷🌱☀️ We had so much in the first week of our 2-week intensive therapy group where we kept up the momentum of play-based activities, sensory exploration, fine and gross motor skills, and social skills!

We can't wait for the fun and connections week 2 will have in store 💛

04/04/2026

Spring smiles in our sensory gym 😄🌷 Using therapeutic techniques to build upon play really makes our sensory gym a place where you can "play all day"!

04/02/2026

It's What to Know Wednesday! Let's talk about setting up a "calm down corner" at home...

That after-school meltdown? The “everything is too much” moment? A calm corner can help. Think of it as your child’s little reset space, not a timeout spot. Calm corners can be a safe place to breathe, snuggle, and regroup.

Keep it simple:
• Something cozy (pillows, bean bag, favorite blanket)
• A few calming toys (fidgets, stuffed animals)
• Easy visuals (feelings chart or simple breathing prompts)
• A quiet, low-stimulation spot

The goal isn’t to make big feelings disappear, it’s to help your child learn what to do with them.

And here’s the secret:
Kids don’t just “go calm down”… they learn how with you. Sit with them, take a few deep breaths together, and model what calm can look like.

It doesn’t have to be Pinterest-perfect, just a little corner filled with comfort and connection goes a long way.

04/01/2026

Happy Occupational Therapy Month! Our clinic would not be the same without our talented and passionate OTs, COTAs, and OTAs. Our mission at Tumble N’ Dots to provide quality, family-centered care would not be possible without our team 🩵

Celebrating all occupational therapy professionals out there! Happy OT month 🫶

03/30/2026

Our Tumble N' Grow kiddos are taking their motor skills outside! By incorporating adaptive physical education (APE), our kiddos can practice their gross motor skills, turn-taking, and coordination in a safe, outdoor setting. Learning, growing, and playing doesn't have to stay inside ⚾☀️

03/28/2026

Celebrating all the wins, big and small, are some of the best parts of our Intensive Therapeutic Group Program (Ages 3-5)! Our kiddos are not only building their motor skills, but also essential social connections as well.

Looking for a group therapeutic program designed for children who benefit from more individualized attention than traditional community settings provide? Then sign-up for our Intensive Therapeutic Program (Ages 3-5) where we aim to support your child's holistic growth!

Check out our website to learn more (link in bio):
https://tumblendots.com/programs/intensive-therapeutic-program-2026-2027/

03/26/2026

Happy What to Know Wednesday! Let's talk about sensory overload...

Sensory overload can look like a meltdown, but it’s often a nervous system asking for help, not behavior to “fix.”

So many kids who taking in more than their bodies can organize: too much noise, too many visuals, unexpected touch, or even internal sensations they can’t yet process. When that bucket overflows, it shows up as big emotions, shutting down, or difficulty following directions.

In those moments, it’s not about discipline, it’s about support.

Try shifting from:
-“Why are they acting like this?”
to
- “What might be too much for them right now?”

Simple ways to help:
• Move to a quieter, calmer space
• Offer a hug or deep pressure if they like it
• Keep your voice calm and your words simple
• Let them know you’re there: “I’ve got you.”

You don’t have to fix everything in the moment, just helping your child feel safe and understood goes a long way.

Over time, with your support, they’ll learn how to handle these big feelings.

Address

15265 Alton Parkway, Suite 140
Irvine, CA
92618

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 1pm

Telephone

+19498353746

Website

https://tumblendots.com/

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