Child Care and Intervention

20/08/2025

Managing Screen-Time Tantrums: An OT’s Perspective

In today’s digital age, children are spending more time on screens than ever before. While technology can be engaging and educational, it can also lead to frustration, meltdowns, and difficulty transitioning away from devices. As an Occupational Therapist, I’ve seen how structured strategies can make a huge difference in helping children develop healthy screen-time habits.

The 8 strategies shared here are simple, practical, and family-friendly — from giving countdown warnings to pairing screen-off moments with positive tasks, modeling balanced tech use, and even creating a screen-time contract. Consistency is key. When children know what to expect, they feel more secure, and screen-time battles reduce significantly.

Let’s help our children enjoy technology mindfully, while also giving them the space to explore, play, and grow beyond the screen.

Child Care and Intervention
Dr. Karuna Narang

16/08/2025

15/08/2025

🇮🇳✨ Celebrating the spirit of freedom on India’s 79th Independence Day!
Let’s honor the sacrifices, cherish our unity, and keep working towards a brighter future for our children and our nation.

Child Care & Intervention wishes everyone a very Happy Independence Day! 🌟💚🧡

14/08/2025

ऑटिज़्म वाले बच्चों के लिए ऑक्यूपेशनल थेरेपी क्यों है ज़रूरी? इस 45 सेकंड की वीडियो में जानिए कैसे यह थेरेपी आपके बच्चे की रोज़मर्रा की ज़िंदगी को बेहतर बनाती है। छोटे-छोटे स्टेप्स में सुधार, मोटर स्किल्स और सामाजिक कौशलों को बढ़ावा देना ऑक्यूपेशनल थेरेपी का मुख्य उद्देश्य है। अगर आप अपने बच्चे के विकास में सही मदद चाहते हैं, तो यह वीडियो आपके लिए है! इसे देखें, लाइक करें और अपने दोस्तों के साथ शेयर करें ताकि और माता-पिता भी इसके फायदों को जान सकें।

13/08/2025

🌱 A child’s potential is like a seed — it needs the right care to bloom.

Last week, I visited a school where a teacher shared her concern:
"He’s bright, but he just can’t sit still… he gets frustrated so easily."

When I met this little boy, I saw more than restlessness. I saw a child struggling with sensory regulation and attention — challenges that could easily be mistaken for “misbehavior.”

The truth is, many children in our schools face hidden hurdles:

Difficulty copying from the board

Trouble holding a pencil

Struggling to focus in a noisy classroom

Delays in speech or social interaction

These aren’t just “phases” — they’re signals that a little support can go a long way.

💡 That’s why bringing developmental and therapeutic services into schools is so powerful:

Teachers get expert guidance right when they notice a concern

Parents understand how to help at home

Children get early, targeted support that changes their learning journey

At Child Care and Intervention, we work with schools, for children — ensuring no student is left behind because their challenges were unnoticed or misunderstood.

Let’s reimagine schools as places where every child, regardless of their starting point, has the tools to thrive.

📩 If you’re a school leader or educator, I’d love to connect and share how we can make this vision a reality — together.

12/08/2025

Pediatric OT is not just therapy—it’s a bridge to your child’s best potential.

07/08/2025

🧠 Why Milestones Matter: Early Intervention is Prevention, Not Panic

Every child develops at their own pace — but there are windows that matter.

🔍 Research shows that 80% of a child’s brain development happens by age 3.
And yet, many children with developmental delays aren’t identified until after age 5 — missing a crucial period when the brain is most adaptable.

As a Pediatric Occupational Therapist, I’ve seen firsthand how early identification of milestone delays — even subtle ones — can change a child’s entire trajectory.

📊 Some eye-opening facts:

1 in 6 children in India has a developmental delay

Only 30% of them receive early intervention

The earlier support begins, the better the outcomes in cognition, motor skills, communication, and emotional regulation

💡 Milestones are not about comparison — they’re about connection:
✔️ Is the child engaging meaningfully with their environment?
✔️ Are their motor and sensory systems supporting functional play and learning?
✔️ Are they able to adapt, explore, and regulate?

Delays aren’t labels — they’re signals.
And when we listen early, we empower better futures.

If you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, I encourage you to:
✅ Track key milestones (CDC, WHO, or local pediatric guidelines)
✅ Trust your instincts — if something feels “off,” seek guidance
✅ Normalize early support — therapy is strength, not stigma

📩 Feel free to connect if you'd like any guidance.Red flags are attached in comment section for your reference.

Let’s build a culture that prioritizes prevention, not reaction.

05/08/2025

30/07/2025

Consult occupational therapist today if you see these redflags ..and fix the issue.

27/12/2024

The best way to make children good is to make them happy 😊

02/04/2024

Autism never comes with the Handling Manual...it comes with the family who never gives up..... ....Accept and celebrate the Abilities.....