1st Choice Therapy

05/25/2026

Is your child a chronic mouth breather?

Here’s a simple 5-minute daily practice to support children who habitually mouth breathe. Use everyday moments like car rides or quiet play to gently build awareness, encourage nasal breathing, and support better oral posture. Try to avoid constantly reminding your child to “close their mouth,” as this can unintentionally draw attention to the behavior and create a more negative dynamic.

If mouth breathing is ongoing, especially during sleep, it’s important to consult an ENT (ear, nose, and throat specialist) to rule out underlying causes like allergies, nasal blockage, or enlarged tonsils/adenoids. Sometimes it’s more than a habit and needs medical evaluation.

Chronic mouth breathing may result in:
-Dental and facial development changes
-Dry mouth and increased cavity risk
-Sleep issues like snoring or restlessness
-Less efficient, less regulated breathing patterns

05/22/2026

05/18/2026

Hard at work today doing what we love most 💙Wishing all the Speech-language pathologists and assistants a great day! Thank you for all you do!

05/14/2026

✨ OT Tip of the Day ✨
Working on a vertical plane (like a wall or easel) naturally encourages wrist extension and proper hand positioning.

This simple setup helps children build:
• Strong tripod grasp
• Hand strength & control
• Fine motor skills for handwriting

Small changes in position can make a big difference in development!

05/12/2026

Non-verbal children communicate in many meaningful ways. By paying attention to their cues and responding with patience, we can better understand and support them.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all moms, bonus moms, grandmothers, mother figures, and caregivers 💕

Thank you for the love, patience, strength, and support you give every day. Your care makes a lasting difference, and today we celebrate YOU! 🌸

05/06/2026

Happy Speech Month! 🗣️💛

This month, we proudly celebrate our dedicated Speech-Language Pathologists who make a lasting impact in the lives of our clients every day. From evaluations to personalized treatment, their work helps individuals find their voice and build confidence in communication.

A special thank you to Laura and Melissa for your compassion, expertise, and commitment to excellence. Your care truly makes a difference!

05/04/2026

Happy Speech Month! 🗣️💛

Today we’re celebrating the incredible assistants who make a difference every single day. They support, encourage, and help voices be heard.

A big thank you to Rosie, Esmi, Andrea, Amelie, and Diana for their dedication, compassion, and the care they bring to every session.

You are truly appreciated!

04/29/2026

When your child starts using words like “ball,” “milk,” or “car” to get what they need it’s such a big step! Now it’s time to build on that by adding actions and describing words.

Try things like:
“roll ball”
“big car”
“drink milk”

Keep it simple, say it as you do it and give your child time to try.

Little moments like these add up to big language growth.