01/05/2025
Hi neighbors! 👋 As an occupational therapist (OT), I often get asked what OT is and how it can benefit children. Here's a simple explanation to help you better understand:
**What is OT?**
Occupational Therapy helps people of all ages develop the skills they need to succeed in their daily activities (or "occupations"). For children, these "occupations" include playing, learning, socializing, and becoming more independent in self-care.
**How do you know if your child could benefit from OT?**
Here are some clues that OT might help your little one:
🎨 Struggles with fine motor activities like coloring, cutting with scissors, or tying their shoes
🏃 Trouble with big movements like running, jumping, or keeping their balance on the playground
🛝 Challenges with sensory experiences, such as avoiding certain textures, loud sounds, or seeking lots of movement
🧩 Difficulty focusing, following directions, or managing big emotions
🍼 Feeding challenges, like picky eating, refusing new textures, or difficulty chewing/swallowing
🎈 Delays in hitting milestones like crawling, walking, or using utensils
The great news? Most insurances will cover OT services 100%! This means your child could get the support they need without worrying about big out-of-pocket costs.
OT can make a big difference by using fun, customized activities to build confidence and help your child thrive!
If you’d like to learn more or have questions about how OT could help your child, feel free to reach out or comment below. Let’s work together to help our kiddos shine! 🌟
