Milestones

Episode 107: Interview with Sarah Collins from the OT is In Podcast. In this Episode I interview Sarah Collins from the OT is In Podcast. We discuss many topics related to Occupational Therapy and the Homeschool Community. Sarah Collins Contact … Continue reading → The post Episode 107: Interview with Sarah Collins from the OT is In Podcast appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Episode 106: Case study follow up and Early Intervention. My thoughts on the case study presented in the previous episode. Also, my thoughts on Early Intervention as it relates to cases like this one. Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones … Continue reading → The post Episode 106: Case study follow up and Early Intervention appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Hello Everyone!! It only took 2 years. . . but a new Episode of the Amazing Milestones Podcast has been released!! It's brief, but it's a start. Check it out. I'll be getting back to discussing all things Pediatric Occupational … Continue reading → The post Episode 105: It's Been A While!! appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this episode, I discuss a variety of oral motor items that can be helpful for toddlers with sensory processing and positive feeding skills. Amazon Affiliate Link Z-Vibe Travel Kit Jigglers Green Chewy Tube Hollow Teething Tubes Vibrating Toothbrush Pinterest … Continue reading → The post Oral Motor Equipment for Sensory and Feeding – Episode 104 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss how the changing seasons can affect those people with Tactile Sensory Processing Sensitivities. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, … Continue reading → The post Tactile Sensory Processing and the Changing Seasons – Episode 103 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Fine Motor Skill Milestones.  In this episode, I discuss the fine motor skills that I consider to be “milestones” for kids in the ages of birth-three years.  I also present a research study on handwriting interventions with at-risk kindergarteners. Amazon … Continue reading → The post Fine Motor Skill Milestones – Episode 102 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, Meera Raval, MA, CCC-SLP, BCTS, ACAS,  Owner and Speech-Language Pathologist of Super Speech Solutions, LLC/ Board Certified Telepractice Specialist / Advanced Certified Autism Specialist, joins me in a discussion about speech and language … Continue reading → The post Interview with Meera Raval – Episode 101 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the top 5 things I look for when doing a new Occupational Therapy evaluation with an infant or toddler in the Early Intervention program setting. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: … Continue reading → The post Top 5 Items for Early Intervention Evaluation – Episode 100 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I address a couple of listener questions on working with clients in-home on your own, and feeding strategies / ideas with kids in pre-K or ECSE (pre-school, or Early Childhood Special Education). Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: … Continue reading → The post Listener Q&A – Episode 99 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I talk with Matthew and Carol Newell, co-founders and directors of The Family Hope Center.  Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, … Continue reading → The post Interview With Matthew & Carol Newell – Episode 98 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this Episode, I talk about Proprioceptive Sensory Processing, and what types of activities you can use to meet the needs of individuals with proprioceptive sensory needs. Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro … Continue reading → The post Proprioception – Part 2 – Episode 97 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Click “Add to Cart” to purchase .5 CEU for this Episode! In this Episode, I talk about Proprioceptive Sensory Processing, and what that looks like with real life examples. Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast … Continue reading → The post Proprioception – Part 1 – Episode 96 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

I discuss the most recent review of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. by the Center’s for Disease Control (CDC). Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, “A … Continue reading → The post Autism Prevalence – Episode 95 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Click “ADD TO CART” button to purchase CEU’s for this Episode In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I talk about the STNR or Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex.  I explain what this reflex looks like, and how it works.  I … Continue reading → The post STNR – Episode 94 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Hello! This is just a quick message to let you know about an upcoming Q&A event that will be held for Upper Level Patrons on the Milestones Podcast – Patreon page. Sign up now using this link: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Pinterest … Continue reading → The post Quick Message about Live Q&A Session in December – Episode 93 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I give a case study with strategies for working with the child and family on increasing food tolerance, and decreasing sensitivities. Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ … Continue reading → The post Case Study for Eating Therapy – Episode 92 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this Episode, I discuss specifics of food play – where to begin and how to progress with textures and variety of foods. Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: … Continue reading → The post Food Play Therapy: Continuation of Infant and Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 91 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this Episode, I discuss some issues surrounding Infant and Toddler Eating Skills including making the hand-mouth connection and biting/chewing foods. Chewy Tubing Chewy T’s Baby Safe Feeder Z Vibe Kids Spin Brush Feeding Therapy Mirror Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: … Continue reading → The post A Discussion on Infant & Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 90 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

In this episode, I discuss issues related to sleep with infants and toddlers in early intervention settings. Click “Add to Cart” button below to purchase this episode for Continuing Education Units (CEU’s) Pinterest LinkEmail: allison@mymidwesttherapy.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on … Continue reading → The post Sleep Issues in Early Intervention – Episode 89 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

Many of us had to unexpectedly change from direct in-home Early Intervention services to consultative services via phone or video conferencing. Here is a quick episode discussing some of the ideas and realities that may come with this change in … Continue reading → The post Telehealth Episode 88 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I will discuss a research study on retained primitive reflexes in preschool aged kids, and I will give you some examples of exercises to try with kids who have a retained ATNR. Play With Your Food: How … Continue reading → The post ATNR Part 2: Episode 87 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I begin discussion about the ATNR (Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex). I will talk about what it looks like, when it should integrate, and what it might look like if it doesn’t integrate in preschool and school aged … Continue reading → The post ATNR Part 1 – Episode 86 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss the differences between IFSP’s and IEP’s, and details about what each plan might look like. Use the link above to purchase CEU’s for this Episode!! Earn your credits now! You are listening anyway, you might … Continue reading → The post IFSP vs IEP – Episode 85 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I will discuss factors to help you determine what your frequency of therapy should be for Early Intervention treatments. Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat50% off Autism Parenting MagazineNew Arrivals At Melissa … Continue reading → The post Frequency of Early Intervention Therapy – Episode 84 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I explain what sensory sensitivities and sensory decreased awareness can look like with newborns and infants. I also provide strategies and explanation for ways to support the babies and their caregivers with feeding difficulties from a sensory … Continue reading → The post Infant Sensory Feeding Therapy – Episode 83 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss ways we can work with kids who have lower cognitive abilities on grasp development and self help skills. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat50% off Autism Parenting … Continue reading → The post Low Cognition – Episode 82 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I talk about Auditory Sensory Processing Delays and Sensitivities.  I will explain what this looks like, how it works, and provide examples of home and school situations. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get … Continue reading → The post Auditory Sensory Processing at Home and School – Episode 81 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the roles of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in Occupational Therapy settings.  I also explain the differences between COTA and OTR and what their roles are in the workplace. CLICK “ADD … Continue reading → The post COTA and OTR Work Relationship – Episode 80 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I discuss the top 5 Fine Motor Skills that I look for in typical 3 year old development! Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat50% off Autism Parenting MagazineNew Arrivals … Continue reading → The post Fine Motor Skills for 3 Year Olds Episode 79 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I discuss the potential long term benefits of crawling, as well as, the potential long-term issues kids might have in school if they skip the crawling phase as infants. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK … Continue reading → The post Crawling Episode 78 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I discuss what Early Intervention services look like, or should look like, for kids with Autism. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals … Continue reading → The post Autism and Early Intervention Services Episode 77 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss current research on the health effects of eating and drinking out of BPA and BPA-Free products. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine … Continue reading → The post Are BPA Free Products Safe Episode 76 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss what Oral Sensory Processing with Low Awareness is and how it can affect children’s eating and drinking skills. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE CEU’S / PDU’S! Community Resource Directory … Continue reading → The post Sensory Processing Oral Low Awareness with Eating Episode 75 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode I discuss Oral Sensory Sensitivities and how they can affect kids and their eating skills. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE CEU’S / PDU’S! Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How … Continue reading → The post Oral Sensitivities and Eating Episode 74 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I discuss issues that come up with kids who are non-verbal including things like tantrums and frustrations due to language difficulties. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off … Continue reading → The post Tantrums and Children Who are Nonverbal – Episode 73 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I talk about some of the fine motor skills I look for as an Occupational Therapist when playing with a child between the ages of 24-36 months or 2-3 years. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” … Continue reading → The post Fine Motor Skills for 2 Year Olds Episode 72 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I talk about how infant development can be affected by drug exposure in-utero. Use “ADD TO CART” button below to purchase the test for CEU’s / PDU’s Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get … Continue reading → The post Drug Exposure and Infant Development Episode 71 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I talk about the transition from school to summer time, how that can affect kids, and suggestions for helping them have a more consistent routine over the summer break. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How … Continue reading → The post Transition from School to Summer Episode 70 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I talk about some of the common concerns with newborn and infant feedings, and what some strategies are for trying to help the feedings improve. Occupational Therapists: Use “ADD TO CART” Link to Purchase Test for CEU’s … Continue reading → The post Infant Feeding Issues Episode 69 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I talk about the Parent Coaching or Teaming Model with Early Intervention for ages 0-3 years. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals … Continue reading → The post Parent Coaching in Early Intervention Episode 68 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

This is an Anniversary show where we flashback to Episode 1 from April 5th, 2017!! Thank you for listening this past year, and for all of your support! Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler … Continue reading → The post Flashback to Episode 1 Sensory Processing Episode 67 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss the topic of Feeding Evaluations and Feeding Therapy with infants, toddlers, and young children.  The main discussion revolves around questions to ask parents as a therapist to start gathering information about how the child does … Continue reading → The post Pediatric Feeding Therapy Feeding Evaluations Episode 66 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this Episode, I discuss what repetitive behaviors are. I discuss why people do these self-stimulatory behaviors, and what we should do to help them. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% … Continue reading → The post Repetitive Behaviors Self Stimming Episode 65 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I talk about what the term “Crossing Midline”  means and what types of activities encourage this.  I also discuss what to look for when evaluating whether or not a child is having issues with being able to … Continue reading → The post Crossing Midline in Child Development Episode 64 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I talk about what it means to be an independent person, some ideas on ways to teach kids to become independent adults, and how to incorporate these same techniques with kids who have sensory processing needs. Community … Continue reading → The post Sensory Processing Disorder Teaching Independence Episode 63 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss a research study on Environment Enrichment, and how that can be used on a daily basis especially for kids with Autism. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat … Continue reading → The post Environmental Enrichment Episode 62 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I discuss how we can view one play activity in different ways.  What therapists are looking for when observing a child play with toys, objects, and just overall interacting with their parents and siblings. Community Resource Directory … Continue reading → The post Early Intervention Using a Whole Child Approach Episode 61 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode, I have an interview with Ayelet Marinovich who is a pediatric speech-language pathologist, parent educator, singer, and mother based in the San Francisco Bay area.  She is the creator of Strength In Words, whose mission is to … Continue reading → The post Interview with Ayelet Marinovich from Strength In Words Episode 60 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode I discuss what weight bearing means when working with infants and toddlers.  I also talk about what the potential benefits of weight bearing activities are, and give some examples of what those activities look like. Community Resource … Continue reading → The post Weight Bearing Activities with Kids Episode 59 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode I discuss what some of the early common signs of Autism are in Infants and Toddlers.  I also discuss a research study about trial using parent-mediated video intervention. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to … Continue reading → The post Early Signs of Autism in Infants and Toddlers Episode 58 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.

On this episode I discuss why some kids my seem to be having some increased sensory processing issues right now. . . Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting … Continue reading → The post Sensory Issues Getting Worse Episode 57 appeared first on Midwest Therapy Associates.