Joy & Laughter Developmental Therapy

04/22/2026

Art activities are more than creative expression 🎨💛

Drawing, painting, and crafting help children strengthen the small muscles in their hands while building focus and coordination. These skills support writing, dressing, and many everyday tasks.

If fine motor skills feel challenging for your child, occupational therapy may help.

Call (408) 337-2727 to schedule an evaluation.

04/21/2026

💙 When therapy meets motivation… amazing things happen.

Sometimes, the best moments in therapy come unexpectedly, like when a child overhears their OT mention basketball and instantly lights up. 🏀✨

Using a child’s interests is a powerful way to build engagement, strengthen skills, and make therapy both meaningful and fun.

At the heart of pediatric occupational therapy is connection, meeting each child where they are and turning everyday moments into opportunities for growth.

04/21/2026

Parenting questions are completely normal 💛

Sometimes the most helpful first step is simply talking with someone who understands child development. Our therapists are here to listen, answer questions, and guide you toward the right next steps for your child.

📞 Call (408) 337-2727 to schedule your free phone consultation.

04/20/2026

Balance is a skill children build through movement and exploration.

Activities like climbing, spinning, and playground play help children develop coordination and body awareness. 🌟

If balance or coordination feels challenging for your child, physical therapy can help build those skills. 💛

📞 Call us at (408) 337-2727 to schedule an evaluation.

04/18/2026

Elise, our Clinical Manager, Feeding Specialist and one of our amazing pediatric Occupational Therapists, shares her favorite part about being an OT.

We are grateful for Elise and all of our dedicated OTs who bring knowledge, compassion, and heart into everything they do. 🌟

04/17/2026

Feeling supported and cared for makes all the difference for families 💛✨

We’re proud to create a welcoming space where children can learn, grow, and build skills with confidence.

Take our free developmental screening if you have questions about your child’s development: https://insighta-tool.netlify.app/instances/jld-therapy

04/17/2026

Ever seen a Speech Therapist learn something new from an OT? 👀

In this video, our team shares simple but powerful OT strategies—like effective grasping techniques and using sensory tools (like rice play) to support development in fun, meaningful ways.

This is the beauty of collaboration.
Our Occupational Therapists don’t just support children—they also empower our entire team with knowledge that helps every child thrive.

We are so grateful for their expertise, creativity, and dedication to each child they serve. Because of them, we continue to grow and serve more families across California. 🌟

04/16/2026

Happy Occupational Therapy Month!

This month of April, we celebrate and honor our incredible Occupational Therapists—the heart of what we do. We are so grateful for their knowledge, compassion, and dedication to every child and family they serve.

Because of them, children gain confidence, independence, and the skills they need to thrive in every day life. ✨

We are truly blessed to have such an amazing team, and we look forward to continuing to serve more special needs families across California.

Thank you for all that you do—you make a lasting difference!

04/16/2026

Core strength helps children sit upright, balance their bodies, and move with confidence 🤸‍♀️💛

Many of the best core-building activities happen naturally during play. Crawling, climbing, and animal walks help strengthen the muscles that support posture, coordination, and attention.

If your child avoids climbing or seems unsure during movement activities, support can make a big difference.

Call (408) 337-2727 to schedule an evaluation.

04/15/2026

💛 Celebrate OT Month with Us! 💛

This Occupational Therapy Month, we’re honoring the amazing work our OTs do every day—helping children build skills, confidence, and independence through play and connection. ✨

If you’ve been wondering how to show your appreciation, here’s a meaningful way:
👉 Support our O.T. Wish List!

Instead of individual gifts, your donation helps provide therapy toys, games, and sensory tools that our therapists use daily to make sessions fun, engaging, and impactful for all the children we serve.

Every item you give goes a long way in supporting not just one child—but many. 💛

🛍️ View & donate from our wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/O8E9D5S36Z0W/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

Thank you for helping us celebrate our OTs by supporting the work they love to do!

04/15/2026

Does your child refuse to try new foods? Read our latest blog, Helping Your Child Discover New Foods with Feeding Therapy, to learn how feeding therapy helps children approach food with curiosity and confidence.

Does your child refuse to try new foods? Learn how feeding therapy encourages them to explore different textures and tastes with curiosity and confidence.

04/15/2026

Did you know..

When kids can’t say what they want, frustration often shows up before words do.

Speech therapy helps children learn ways to express themselves, which can ease frustration and support calmer, more confident communication 💛

📞 Call (408) 337-2727 to learn more.