BDI Playhouse Children's Therapy

01/29/2026

What Is Your Therapist Reading? Ever wonder how trauma impacts the brain and body? Read Bessel Von Der Kolk, M.D.'s take in "The Body Keeps the Score".

01/28/2026

We love reading sweet reviews like this one!
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01/27/2026

BDI loves Sydney! 🧡 Here at BDI, Sydney is our go-to orthotist referral for cranial helmets, a conservative treatment intervention to improve babies’ head shape. Our PTs address the torticollis often associated with head shape concerns, and along with positioning, stretching, and strengthening, a cranial helmet is sometimes the extra boost we need to fully correct the head shape.

More from Sydney: “My favorite part of my job is working with families on cranial remolding helmets. As a new mom, I love connecting with parents, helping their little ones through treatment, and chatting about all things kids along the way. Outside of work, I love snowboarding, spending quality time with my family, getting lost in a good book, and planning fun vacations.”

Have head shape or head position concerns?
Start here with some free screenings!
BDI Playhouse:
https://bdiplayhouse.com/learn-more/
Hanger Clinic- Westchester:
Hanger Clinic
https://hangerclinic.com/clinics/IL/westchester/w-cermak-rd/

01/26/2026

Toy Spotlight! Textured stickers aren’t just cute—they’re functional and fun!

01/22/2026

What Is Your Therapist Reading? Kids' Edition! Does your child struggle to identify their feelings? This picture book helps children identify and name emotions through simple words and expressive illustrations.

01/21/2026

Using AAC in therapy opens doors to communication, connection, and confidence. 💬✨

Today’s session focused on modeling language, building vocabulary, and empowering our client to express their thoughts in their own way.

01/20/2026

Play. Learn. Get answers. 💙
Our FREE screenings are a fun, low-pressure way to see if therapy could help your child shine ✨ We are here to help!
https://bdiplayhouse.com/free-screenings/

01/19/2026

🌟 Ways to Boost Your Child’s Language Development 🌟
Everyday moments are perfect opportunities to build your child’s communication skills! Try these simple, play-based strategies to encourage more language at home 💬👇

✨ 1. Wait: Pause after you ask a question or make a comment — give your child time to respond!
✨ 2. Give Choices: “Do you want the red car or the blue car?” Encourages decision-making and expressive language.
✨ 3. Sit Face-to-Face: Get down on their level so they can see your face and mouth — this supports attention and imitation.
✨ 4. Read Together: Label pictures, make comments, and let your child turn the pages.
✨ 5. Expand Language: If your child says “ball,” you can say “Yes! A big red ball!”
✨ 6. Follow Their Lead: Join in with what interests them — that’s when learning happens best!
✨ 7. Sing: Songs build rhythm, vocabulary, and memory.
✨ 8. Narrate: Talk about what you’re doing — “I’m pouring the juice!” — to model language in real time.
✨ 9. Parallel Talk: Describe what your child is doing — “You’re stacking the blocks so high!”
✨ 10. Create Communication Temptations: Put favorite toys slightly out of reach to encourage requests or gestures.
✨ 11. Use Verbal Routines: Repeat fun phrases like “Ready, set…go!” — predictability helps children join in.
✨ 12. Limit Questions: Instead of constant quizzing (“What’s that?”), make comments that invite conversation.

💡 Small moments, big impact! The goal is connection, not perfection — talk, play, and have fun together. 💛

01/15/2026

Are you wondering if a sport is a good fit for your child? Do you have an already busy family schedule and are wondering if it is worth it to add another activity to your routine? Sports and adaptive sports have a variety of benefits for your child and your family.
Whether it be an individual, team, or adaptive sport, sports have many benefits for your child. Learn more: https://bdiplayhouse.com/spotlight-on-sports/

01/14/2026

01/12/2026

👣 At BDI, our PTs use a variety of techniques and equipment to make walking goals a reality! 👣