Blue Bird Day

01/13/2026

Our Blue Bird of the Week is Viyana! Viyana loves to explore and play with her friends! She enjoys doing puzzles and swinging as high as she can go in the gym. Viyana is very brave and is always willing to try new challenges, especially in the gym!

01/10/2026

Welcome back to Blue Bird! We're so excited for the new semester!

01/09/2026

Did you know music can be a game-changer for neurodiverse children? From helping regulate big emotions to boosting focus and making social connections, the power of a good melody is backed by science!

For kids with autism, ADHD, and other unique ways of experiencing the world, music offers a fun, nonverbal way to thrive. It can calm anxiety, improve memory, and build confidence. Curious how to bring these benefits home? A simple dance party, a calming playlist before bed, or exploring a new instrument can make a world of difference.

Discover more tips: https://bluebirddayprogram.com/music-supercharges-a-neurodiverse-childs-world/

Your child might not always give you their attention or respond to "please" or "thank you," but what happens when you press play and their favorite song starts playing? Suddenly, their eyes and ears are totally focused, on you. That's not luck. That's the right frequency.

01/09/2026

For our winter weather theme, we explored sensory shaving cream snow, read “There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed some Snow,” matched snowflake photos, made creative snowman crafts, and more fun activities! ❄️⛄️

01/07/2026

Our Blue Bird of the Week is Reign! Reign is a curious kid who's always ready to explore and go on a brand new adventure! Reign loves being active and has tons of fun creative play ideas. She also enjoys moving and giggling with her teachers. We're so proud of all her hard work and cannot wait to see her continue to learn and grow!

01/03/2026

It's the time of year for winter activities, from sensory snow to mitten crafts to bundled up outdoor adventures! ❄️

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at Blue Bird Day! As we step into 2026, we’re reflecting on all the inspiring therapy sessions, joyful moments of growth and connection, and incredible resilience and creativity of our Blue Birds! Here’s to another year of even more milestones and achievements!

12/30/2025

As the end of the year approaches and the chilly winter weather sets in, it's the perfect time for a warm summer throwback! ☀️

12/29/2025

Thank you to all our wonderful staff who joined us for our holiday Sip & Shops! We had so much fun with all the activities, including spinning to win raffle prizes, enjoying delicious food and drinks, shopping for new Birdie Swag, and playing games together. Events like these remind us how fortunate we are to have such an incredible and dedicated team. Thank you all for making this holiday season brighter!

12/27/2025

Happy Kwanzaa! We made kinara crafts to celebrate the seven principles of the holiday! crafts

12/26/2025

Is your family starting the potty training journey? For parents of neurodiverse children, standard advice doesn't always apply. We understand that this milestone involves navigating unique sensory sensitivities, communication differences, and new routines. That’s why we’ve created a comprehensive guide designed specifically to support your child’s individual developmental path.

In our latest article, "How to Potty Train a Neurodiverse Child," we dive deep into:
🔹 Tailored Strategies: Practical tips that respect your child's sensory and cognitive needs.
🔹 Creating Success: How to set up a comfortable, low-pressure environment.
🔹 The Team Approach: The critical role Occupational, Speech, and Behavioral therapists play in supporting your family.

Read the full guide here to empower your child's journey toward independence:
https://bluebirddayprogram.com/potty-train-an-autistic-child/

Potty training is a significant milestone for all children, especially for those on the autism spectrum. As a parent of a neurodiverse child, you have discovered that milestones like potty training do not always follow the "standard" timeline outlined in typical parenting books. The

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄