Milestones

In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the STNR or Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex. We go over how to recognize what the reflex looks like when it it active, how to know when it is integrated or when it is retained. I will also go over some activities to help work on integrating this reflex with babies and children up to school age. Peanut Ball for sale on Amazon Pinterest Link Email:...

Hello!! It’s been a while since my last episode. This one is not too long, but wanted to get something going again, so I just recorded and put it out there for you! I will continue to work on additional episodes and get more in depth as I did before. Bear with me on the process of getting back into this! Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Mile...

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 and Other Information & Links from this Episode: Instagram-  www.instagram.com/homeschool_OT Facebook-  www.facebook.com/thehomeschoolot TikTok-  https...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and E...

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 Therapy related! For this special Episode, I’m providing a case study for you to practice your thinking skills. Thanks for checking back in! More to...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Miles...

On this episode, I discuss how the changing seasons can affect those people with Tactile Sensory Processing Sensitivities. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance...

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 Affiliate Link Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www....

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 with the pediatric population. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: htt...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Pod...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter...

On this Episode, I talk with Matthew and Carol Newell, co-founders and directors of The Family Hope Center.  Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter,...

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. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mym...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherap...

I discuss the most recent review of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. by the Center’s for Disease Control (CDC). Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, “A New N...

Click “ADD TO CART” button to purchase .5 CEU 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 also discuss options for exercises to do for a retained STNR. Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/...

In this Episode, I discuss specifics of food play – where to begin and how to progress with textures and variety of foods. Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website: https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, “...

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 Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones o...

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 1.0 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Milestones on Instagram Milestones on Twitter Milestones Podca...

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 service delivery. Telehealth Guidelines Pinterest Link Email: allison@mymidwesttherapy.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com Patreon: https://www.patreon....

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. Click the yellow button below to purchase this episode for .5 CEU. Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals At Melissa And Doug. Shop Now! Learning...

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 kids. Use the above link to purchase .5 CEU for this Episode! Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals At...

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 .5 CEU for this Episode!! Earn your credits now! You are listening anyway, you might as well get some credit for it! $10 per Episode. Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals At Me...