Little Fireflies Pediatric Therapy

03/11/2026

If you’ve ever peeked into an occupational therapy session, you might have wondered, Wait… why is that therapist crawling on the floor? Or Did they just make an obstacle course out of couch cushions and painter’s tape? Occupational therapists (OTs) are known for doing some pretty funny, unexpe...

03/11/2026

🪻 Little Fireflies Pediatric Therapy is opening April 6, 2026! 🪻

To start, we will be offering Speech Therapy, with Occupational Therapy coming soon.

📅 Opening Date: April 6, 2026
📍 By appointment only

At this time, Little Fireflies is self-pay with a sliding scale to help make services accessible for families. We also anticipate being in network with insurance within the next 12 months as credentialing is completed.

If you would like to be contacted for an appointment, we invite you to join our waitlist.

📞 Call: (512) 337-2146
💻 Join the waitlist: www.littlefirefliespediatric.com

We can’t wait to welcome our first little fireflies and their families. 💛

Please share this post so families who may benefit can find us!

03/10/2026

Tantrums are about control — often triggered by wanting something. Meltdowns are about overwhelm — when emotions or sensory input become too much to handle 🧠💥 Knowing the difference helps us respond with compassion.

03/10/2026

We’re Hiring a Part-Time Occupational Therapist (OT)!

Position highlights:
➖ Part-time
➖ Choose your own schedule
➖ Clinic-based pediatric therapy
➖ Neurodivergent-affirming approach
➖ Collaborative and supportive team

📍 Location: Taylor, TX

If you’re an OT who values connection, creativity, and meeting kids where they are, I’d love to connect.

📧 Send your resume to felicia@littlefirefliespediatric.com

And if you know a great OT looking for flexible, meaningful pediatric work, feel free to tag them or share this post.

03/09/2026

When a child has trouble using words to speak, it’s natural for parents and caregivers to feel worried. You might wonder, Will they ever talk? or What does this mean for their future? And when someone brings up AAC — Augmentative and Alternative Communication — it might sound intimidating, or ...

03/07/2026

Turn bath time into playtime with cups and sponges for some fine motor fun! 🧽💦 Let your child scoop, pour, squeeze, and splash to build hand strength, coordination, and creativity. It’s a perfect way to sneak in skill-building while making bath time a blast!

03/07/2026

Praxis is the brain’s ability to plan, organize, and carry out movements — like getting dressed or using a pencil ✏️🧠 When praxis is hard, everyday tasks can feel overwhelming. With support, kids can build confidence step by step!

03/06/2026

We are thrilled to partner with Taylor Parks & Recreation to provide a low-sensory hour at this years Bike Rodeo.

Thank you Taylor, Texas for making your programs inclusive and adaptive. 💛

📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Naomi Pasemann Elementary
2809 North Dr, Taylor, TX 76574

🕑 Low Sensory Hour: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

🚲🎉 Bike Youth Safety Rodeo – Join the Fun! 🎉🚲

The City of Taylor is excited to host the 2026 Bike Youth Safety Rodeo!

📅 Saturday, March 28
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Naomi Pasemann Elementary
2809 North Dr, Taylor, TX 76574

🕑 Low Sensory Hour: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Bring the kids out for an afternoon of fun and safety! This free event will include:
✅ Free helmets
✅ Bike safety activities & obstacle course
✅ Bounce house
✅ Face painting
✅ Games
✅ Arts & crafts
…and more!

Let’s ride into safety together while celebrating 150 years of Taylor! 🚴‍♀️💚

03/06/2026

Not every day will be a milestone — and that’s perfectly okay 🌱 Growth happens in small, quiet moments too. Keep going, one step at a time.

03/06/2026

You can take a breath—because for once, you don’t have to be on constant alert.
At Little Fireflies, your child is supported by clinicians who take the time to truly know them, respect their needs, and create a space where they feel safe and understood. You’re not stepping away from your child—you’re trusting a team that’s got them.

03/06/2026

If you’ve ever seen a child flap their hands when they’re excited, rock back and forth when they’re upset, or hum softly while they play — you’ve seen stimming. Short for “self-stimulatory behavior,” stimming is something we all do to some degree. Think about tapping your pencil, twirl...

03/05/2026

Rocket “r” blast-off! 🚀
Pretend to launch rockets and say “r-r-rocket, r-r-rise, r-r-run.” Physical movement makes the “r” sound easier to produce.