Oral Sensitivities: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment

Do you have a kiddo with an oral sensitivity? My 3yo has been chewing on his lovey since the moment we gave it to him as a baby.

Oral Sensitivities: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, And Treatment

Study Suggests Temperature of Food Affects Intensity of Taste

Working with an oral sensitive child who won’t eat? Well, here’s an interesting study that suggests the temperature of the food served may affect the intensity of its taste. So while you’re child may be sensitive, there may be a reason why she prefers some foods cold and/or hot. At least that explains why my kiddo will suck on cold lemons but won’t eat a warm dish with lemon on it.

Study Suggests Temperature of Food Affects Intensity of Taste

To read about how SPD impacts the sense of taste, click here.

Heavy Work Activities (Proprioceptive Input) They Crave

Do you have a kiddo with proprioceptive needs at home? I do! And although I have an arsenal of ideas, one can never have too many ways to help them get that input they are craving. Here is a wonderful and extensive list of heavy work activities that your SPD kiddo may be needing.

Heavy Work Activities (Proprioceptive Input) They Need Them, They Crave Them!

Delayed Speech Development

The discussion on speech continues. As many know, my youngest has just started speaking (at age 3) with difficulty; however he has great verbal understanding. People kept saying that although he was delayed, he was moving along just fine. WRONG! I wish I had listened to my gut. But now he’s getting the help he needs. This video will help you understand the targets for children and when it’s time to get help for your baby or toddler.