Note: I'm not a licensed occupational therapist. This post reflects 6+ years of attending OT sessions with my son and the guidance of his therapists. Always work with your child's occupational therapist to develop a sensory diet tailored to their specific needs. My son Santana was three years old ...
Juneteenth Crafts for Kids to Celebrate Black History
Juneteenth helps us celebrate various aspects of Black culture. A culture that is rich and diverse. Encompassing a wide range of traditions, arts, music, literature, cuisine, and more. It seems like every time we turn around Black culture is under attack. There are countless attempts at ...
It’s Time For Me To Be Honest About My Anxiety Disorder
Anxiety is a multifaceted kaleidoscope, painting unique colors and patterns in the minds of each individual who bears its weight. Did you know anxiety disorders affect 18.1% of adults every year in the United States? Well, I’m one of those adults. The past few years were filled with so much ...
Bilingual Toys for Toddlers, Double the Fun, Double the Language
Bilingual toys for toddlers are a great way to introduce children to new languages and cultures. Very early on I knew I would try to teach my kids Spanish. If you read my post about Bilingual Parenting then you read about the different methods to teach. Something I noticed with my kids is that ...
11 Baby Shower Gifts for Mom, Not Baby
Baby who? Listen, I love shopping for all the tiny clothes, blankets, and adorable baby things too. But sometimes the mom deserves a gift that's actually for her. When it comes to baby showers, so much of the focus is understandably on the baby. But after going through pregnancy myself, I've ...
