Everyday Progress

Everyday Progress Colleen Blazina MOT, OTR/L
Pediatric Occupational Therapist Specializing in Feeding with Concierge and Community Based Services.

I feel really grateful to be writing this message at the end of the year. There were times that I didn't think that this...
12/30/2025

I feel really grateful to be writing this message at the end of the year. There were times that I didn't think that this was the right decision. I questioned myself a lot.

Although this year has challenged me in many ways, I am so proud of where Everyday Progress is. I so appreciate all of the support from family and friends.

Thank you to the families that have trusted me to help their little ones grow and thrive.
The children and caregivers that I work with weekly bring me so much joy!

This job is the best. ❤️

Home is our favorite place to provide therapy but we also understand that it doesn't work for everyone's schedule.Keepin...
12/29/2025

Home is our favorite place to provide therapy but we also understand that it doesn't work for everyone's schedule.

Keeping that in mind we have partnered with a few facilities to offer occupational therapy to families.

Children who receive therapy outside of the home are on a 3-1 schedule.

In order for the caregivers to feel connected to the progress going on in therapy as well as to review strategies to be practicing at home we have developed a different model of OT.

We see the child for three sessions per month and the final session of the month is a parent coaching session virtually.

This program has been successful for many families offering the convenience of therapy provided at daycare and the connection to their child's progress through the parent coaching session.

Want to learn more? Contact us today to set up an initial consultation. We can't wait to help your child find progress, everyday.

"I want to open a present now!" This was on repeat today. I get it. They are young and learning patience is realllllly h...
12/25/2025

"I want to open a present now!"

This was on repeat today. I get it. They are young and learning patience is realllllly hard.

It is also really hard to be the grown up absorbing/supporting all of the feelings from your kids.

I took breaks to walk outside.
I cooked treats that made me happy like Chex Mix.
I read 15 pages of my book in between opening snacks or refereeing.

I see you Momma. You make it happen.

What is something you can do for you tomorrow?❤️

The holidays seem to amplify stress that exsisted before December 25th.

Looking for a little less chaos at the dinner table? At Everyday Progress we are dedicated to helping families enjoy mealtimes. Set up an evaluation today.

Christmas is almost here. There is excitement everywhere. Excitement can feel like stress for a parent of a selective ea...
12/24/2025

Christmas is almost here.

There is excitement everywhere. Excitement can feel like stress for a parent of a selective eater.

How do we simplify things?

Go back to the basics. Fed is best. While the holidays offer to opportunity to explore new foods without pressure to eat, that might be too much for your child.

🌲Keep it simple.
🌲Bring the snacks.
🌲Lower your expectations.

What snacks will you bring the Grandma's?

Enjoy this time with your family!We are open Monday and Tuesday of next week. If you would like to schedule a session du...
12/22/2025

Enjoy this time with your family!

We are open Monday and Tuesday of next week. If you would like to schedule a session during that time please contact us.

Looking forward to exciting things in 2026!

If any of those sound familiar, set up a free consultation today. At Everyday Progress, we provide occupational and fe...
12/20/2025

If any of those sound familiar, set up a free consultation today.

At Everyday Progress, we provide occupational and feeding therapy in-home and at select schools and daycares.

We serve familes in
📍Brandon
📍Lithia/Fishhawk
📍Riverview
📍Valrico

Click the link in bio to learn more about our services.

We create personalized treatment plans for your child and meaningful support for caregivers.

In all the hoopla of the holidays, what your child cares most about is quality time with you. It is so hard to stay pre...
12/20/2025

In all the hoopla of the holidays, what your child cares most about is quality time with you.

It is so hard to stay present and in the moment when you have a long list of things that you are trying to accomplish before Christmas.

I am trying to simplify when I can.

1️⃣Get take out tonight.
2️⃣Wrap a few gifts each night before Wednesday.
3️⃣Read a book or spend one hour to myself this weekend.
4️⃣Pick one holiday tradition that is feasible for the season we are in right now.
5️⃣Make a list of things I would like to do with my kids and prioritize the top two.

What's one way you can do less this week?

At Everyday Progress, we support the whole family. That means you Momma. We provide parent coaching and in the moment support to help you navigate your child's needs. If you have concerns about your child's development or eating concerns, set up an occupational therapy evaluation today!

I was reminded of this today. My kids have such a low appetite right now. As a feeding therapist, that can feel extra fr...
12/18/2025

I was reminded of this today. My kids have such a low appetite right now. As a feeding therapist, that can feel extra frustrating.

Why does it seem like they don't want to eat the volume that they typically do or consume foods that they typically like?

It is December.🎄

There is so much excitement for this month with the holiday, Santa, crafts/activities and new things happening at school.

It's not me it is December.🎁

So, if your kid is eating less or they seem to be acting out more right now, it's just the excitement of this time of year.

What is one thing your kids are doing this month that is driving you crazy?

Many children are in therapy for years without taking a break. Therapy just becomes a part of their lives. ✨️We are alwa...
12/16/2025

Many children are in therapy for years without taking a break. Therapy just becomes a part of their lives.

✨️We are always striving towards improving function and meeting goals.✨️

This can be done in short term episodic treatment plans.

What does that mean?
➡️Target a smaller number of goals for a concentrated period of time.

That might look like a 6-month treatment plan targeting school readiness skills and social skills to be better prepared for kindergarten.
We may be targeting feeding goals where we are increasing participation in food related activities such as cooking or serving others at the table.

❤️Kids deserve a break.
❤️ Siblings deserve a break.
❤️You deserve a break.

High caregiver involvement and episodic care yield better sustainable progress.

Sometimes when we focus on too many areas of development or skills it can take an extended period of time to reach these goals.
By limiting our focus to the highest priority and teaching caregivers the strategies that they can use throughout the week on non-therapy days, the child is going to see greater progress and the parents will be less burnt out on therapy because they know the strategies they need to implement to help their child succeed.🪅

✨️ What is one goal you have for your child in the next 6 months? ✨️

Contact us today to set up your free consultation to discuss your child's goals and how occupational therapy can help.

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