Some kids benefit from steady sensory feedback to the hands. Often pairing a non-preferred task with some deep pressure to the hands can make the non-preferred task more tolerable. Please take a look at our Youtube channel, OT Tips & Tricks for Kids, for a tutorial on the use of weighted gloves. If you like what you see, the product can be purchased by clicking the following link: https://www.nationalautismresources.com/handiweight-glove/ #providingsensorydietstrategiestokids

Did you know that a child's dominant hand is likely the one they eat with? When kids switch hands in tasks, this could be the result of mid-line crossing issues, or low hand strength. Check out some free OT Tips & Tricks on hand dominance by clicking the following link: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=h100_vooPTQ #developinghanddominance #figuringouthanddominance #handdominance #handdominanceinkids #helpingkidsfigureouthanddominance #waystoreinforcehanddominance

Apart from using different sunscreen applicators, there are different methods to help sensitive kids tolerate the feel of sunscreen. Check out these tips on the topic at our Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/edit?o=U&video_id=UI0ihYglWx8

If you need some help with getting your child to sleep at night, you may want to consider trying an essential oil. I recommend Nighty Night KidSafe Essential Oil. This easy to apply roll on is pre-diluted, and several users insist that this works wonders for kids who have a hard time winding down. Please take a look at otkidsmass.com, where this oil is featured under 'must have' products for kids. There you will find a direct link for purchase. #essentialoil #kids #children #

Did you know that a dryer sheet can act as an inexpensive, portable 'gripper' for bottle caps? Pack some in a purse or backpack, and have your child use it to grip bottle caps for ease in opening them. After use, just toss them in the dryer. See an instructional video at otkidsmass.com #tipsforopeningwaterbottles #bestideasforopeningbottlecaps #howtoteachkidstoopenbottlecaps #waystoopenbottlecaps #openingbottlecpas #lowhandstrengthinkids #lowhandstrengthsolutions

Tips & Tricks for Torticollis is this month's new caregiver training video. If you would like to purchase this video, please contact info@otkidsmass.com for details.

Although this is not an inexpensive method, sunscreen powder might be the best way to get sunscreen on your child. Brush on Block is a good brand to check out. Don't forget to click on the youtube links found on the website, as many more tricks and tips videos for sunscreen will be posted this month. #waystogetsunscreenonkids #howtogetsunscreenonkids #bestideasforgettingsunscreenonkids

Sometimes the best tricks for teaching small children come in the form of how you present tools. Rather than present a pre-school or kindergarten age child with a long pencil, instead give them a shortened pencil, 1/2 of a crayon, or even 1/2 a piece of chalk. The shorter sized item forces a child to hold the pencil, crayon piece, or chalk with the fingertips only, thus avoiding the development of an incorrect grasp. For more quick tips ~ check back in frequently. Also rememb

Are you in desperate need of strategies to get your kids out of the house on time? Are you struggling with basic morning routines? Then try The Morning Make-Over ~ a parent training video that shows you how to get your kids up and out of the house on time. Metrowest OT for kids specializes in fun, engaging, parent friendly training videos that bring you the best, most effective techniques to manage the morning madness. For the low cost of $12.00 you will receive a narrated p