Learning Steps Therapy

14/11/2025

Day 2 of screenings and my appreciation for this preschool grows even more. Love partnering with teams who value early skill development and support for their little learners. 💛

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13/11/2025

🦃 Turkey was my assistant today during preschool OT screenings!

We looked at things like pencil grasp, cutting, and early handwriting — all the skills that help little ones get ready to learn.

I love partnering with preschools to support early development. If your program is interested in collaborating for OT screenings or parent education, I’d love to connect!

12/11/2025

On the road again with some OT favorites today! 🚗🖍️🏈

🖍️ Spotted these thick markers in the school section at Publix! I love using them with kids who are learning pre-writing and early letter formation. The thicker grip helps little hands control their movements — and they always think they’re more fun than the thin ones!

🏈 My Thanksgiving football buddy joined me for sessions today — keeping things festive on the road!

✏️ We practiced “line across,” “line down,” and circles this morning, and my football friend was right there to cheer us on. Thick markers + big paper = great pre-writing practice for building control, strength, and confidence.

💡 Parent tip: If your child struggles with early writing, try thicker markers or crayons. They make practice easier — and more fun!

11/11/2025

Transitions can ruffle even the calmest turkey’s feathers! 🦃 Try these 3 OT-approved strategies to help your child move between activities with less stress (and more smiles).

10/11/2025

🦃 Turkey Breathing for Parents | Mindful Monday

Happy Mindful Monday! 🦃 Take a few minutes for yourself with this Turkey Breathing exercise, designed to help parents pause, de-stress, and reset during a busy day.

In this quick, playful video, I show simple breathing techniques and mindful movements you can do at home — with or without your little ones nearby. A little bit of calm goes a long way for your mind, body, and energy!

✨ Tip: Try this before school drop-off, after work, or anytime you need a moment to center yourself.

💛 Remember: Taking care of yourself helps you take better care of your kids!



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21/10/2025

Education Tuesday
👏 Try the Copy the Beat Game!
Clap a short rhythm and have your child repeat it — start simple, then add a challenge!
This fun rhythm game builds attention, listening, and self-control… all through play. 💛

20/10/2025

Mindful Monday
Let go of one “should” today.
“I should have done more.”
“I should be calmer.”
Replace it with: “I’m doing my best, and that’s enough.” 💛
Mindfulness starts with self-compassion — one gentle thought at a time.

06/10/2025

Starting the week with a mindful moment. At Learning Steps Therapy, we love reminding families (and ourselves!) that the energy we bring matters-whether to a meeting, home or school pickup.

A calm breath and an intentional mindset can make all the difference.

18/09/2025

This stretchy tool gives deep pressure + resistance for calming, movement, and body awareness.

16/09/2025

These dinosaur-themed activities aren’t just fun—they help kids build strength, coordination, and body awareness through proprioception and heavy work:
What’s heavy work & proprioception?
Heavy work = pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, or rolling (like our dino moves!)
It helps kids know where their bodies are in space (proprioception), which supports focus, self-regulation, and motor control.
Dino Moves:
🦕 Jump or Fly: Jump on pillows or forward with both feet (adds impact & feedback to muscles)
🦖 Hide: Roll up in a blanket or crawl under pillows (resists movement = heavy work!)
🦕 Walk: Stomp or crawl across the room (muscle engagement + coordination)
🦖 Push or Pull: Tug of war or push a chair/laundry basket (classic heavy work!)
⚠️ Adult supervision required!
💡 Parent Tip: Gross motor play = learning + fun + body awareness!
❓ Question: Which dino move would your child love most?

16/09/2025

🍁 Mindful Monday 🍁
Fall is full of cozy, grounding smells that can also be a tool for mindfulness. This week, try slowing down and noticing the scents around you. Here are a few ideas to bring calm into your day:
✨ Take 3 deep breaths with a cinnamon stick or fall candle.
✨ Pause before eating an apple or pumpkin treat—notice the sweet, spicy aroma.
✨ Step outside and breathe in the earthy scent of fallen leaves.
✨ Open the oven halfway through baking and savor the warm, comforting smell.
✨ If you pass a firepit or fireplace, pause for a mindful breath of woodsmoke.
Our sense of smell is powerful—it can ground us in the present moment and even shift our mood. 🍂
👉 Which fall smell instantly makes you feel calm?

09/09/2025

✨ Education Tuesday ✨
Did you know balance challenges can sometimes be linked to reflexes that haven’t fully integrated?
I recently worked with a child who showed huge improvements in balance once we combined reflex integration activities with fun balance exercises in OT. 💪🧠
When the nervous system feels organized, kids can focus, move, and grow with more confidence! 💫
➡️ Curious if reflex integration could help your child? Let’s connect!