FUNdamentals in Nature-OT Services

01/28/2026

Excited to be an exhibitor again at this great event on February 19th!

We’re less than a month away from the 2026 All Abilities Resource Fair, hosted by Brooklyn Park Recreation & Parks in partnership with Osseo Area School District 279.

This FREE community event invites individuals with disability-related needs, families, and caregivers to connect with inclusive programs, services, and resources for all ages and abilities.

At the event, we will offer:
- Community exhibitors and local resources
- A make-and-take activity
- Refreshments
- A sensory room
- Supervised child care
- Language interpreters, including American Sign Language

Event details:
When: Thursday, February 19 | 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Where: Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave N

We hope to see you there!

01/24/2026

Twin Cities winter = lots of indoor movement needs ❄️
Good news — you don’t need fancy equipment to support regulation at home.

These everyday activities provide vestibular + proprioceptive input to help kids feel grounded and organized:

🌀 Blanket swings for gentle vestibular input
💪 Pushing a laundry basket for heavy work
🛒 Unpacking groceries to build body awareness & regulation

✨ Want more structured movement?
Here’s my kid-friendly yoga slide deck here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_XAqe_K8/ttU3c40N5Yj3Qxi0Atqmjg/edit?utm_content=DAG_XAqe_K8&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton— perfect for indoor days, transitions, or calming the body before meals or bedtime.

Created by a Twin Cities pediatric OT who knows these sub 0 days are tricky for parents!

—
Alycia Tadt, OTR/L
FUNdamentals in Nature OT Services 🌲

01/19/2026

🌿 We’re looking for summer volunteers for our camp programs ! 🌿

Love working with kids, being outdoors, or exploring a future in healthcare or education?

Volunteering with FUNdamentals in Nature OT Services is a great way to:
✨ Gain hands-on experience with children
✨ Earn hours toward graduate school applications (OT, SLP, nursing, teaching & more)
✨ Be part of a fun, supportive summer program to help ALL kids learn and grow with the help of nature

👉 Apply through the Google Form here: https://forms.gle/HUXgao3qyRYve9Rm6

01/17/2026

Curious what a week of Camp FUNdamentals feels like? 🌿

Join us for our Camp FUNdamentals Mini—a one-day outdoor adventure focused on play, regulation, and connection for ages 4–7.

📍 Wayzata Community Education
📅 April 11 | 10–12p






🔗 Register now: https://wayzata.ce.eleyo.com/course/10498/youth-classes-winter-spring-2026/camp-fundamentals-mini-program

01/11/2026

Nature. Movement. Connection. FUN. 🌞

Camp FUNdamentals is back this summer with camp offerings for children of ALL abilities ages 4-22 in the Northwest metro area.

🗓️ Registration opens Feb 2
🔗 fundamentalsinnature.com

01/08/2026

Why we love hiking stick crafts at camp ⬇️
✔ Fine motor & hand strength
✔ Bilateral coordination
✔ Sensory exploration
✔ Functional outdoor play

This is occupational therapy—done the FUNdamentals way 🌲

01/03/2026

Can’t wait to attend this awesome event again this year!! Join us for some great resources and activities with the wonderful Brooklyn Park Recreation and Parks department!

SAVE THE DATE: Join Brooklyn Park Recreation & Parks in partnership with District 279 Osseo Area School District for the 2026 All Abilities Resource Fair!

This FREE event invites individuals with disability related needs, families, and caregivers to explore a wide range of inclusive community resources, services, and programs designed for all ages and abilities.

We will have exhibitors, resources, a make and take activity, refreshments, a sensory room and supervised child care. We will also have language interpreters including American Sign Language.

Event Details
When: Thursday, February 19 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Community Activity Center - 5600 85th Ave N

12/29/2025

🌿 Wondering if Camp FUNdamentals is right for your child?

Come try it out this spring!

Our Camp FUNdamentals Mini Program is a one-day Saturday experience April 11th from 10-12pm for children ages 4–7, with caregivers joining their campers for the fun.

Think:
🍃 outdoor play
🎨 hands-on activities
🧠 regulation-supportive routines
🤍 connection + curiosity

It’s the perfect way to get a taste of what a full week of camp could look like—without the full-week commitment.

Register through the Wayzata Community Education website. https://wayzata.ce.eleyo.com/course/10498/youth-classes-winter-spring-2026/camp-fundamentals-mini-program

🍃

12/15/2025

🎄 The Christmas holidays can feel magical… and completely overwhelming.

For parents of children with , the festive season often means:
✳️ More noise
✳️ More pressure
✳️ Less rest

Caring for a child with takes incredible strength — and parents deserve care too!

Taken from our sister site Sensory Help Now, this is a great blog to share with parents and carers of children you may be supporting.

Written by Dr Lelanie Brewer, it highlights simple, realistic strategies that work for families.

Read the full blog here 👇

12/13/2025

👋 📣 Summer program and therapy registration will open February 2nd, 2026!

🪨 This summer, we will be offering a variety of programs for children ages 4 through 22, weekly skill building groups and individual nature based occupational therapy sessions.

🌲 Programs will be held in the northwest metro area.

☀️ We are looking forward to an amazing summer of fun, growth, and new friendships!

12/02/2025

🧑‍🎄 Check out this great event coming up this weekend!

✨ 𝑬𝒆𝒌! 𝑶𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝟒 𝒅𝒂𝒚𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝒈𝒐! ✨

We’re getting ready for the most heart-full day of the season! On Saturday, we get to open the doors again, quiet lights, gentle sounds, patient hearts, and a Santa who meets every child right where they are.

I can’t wait to share this space with you. 💛🎅
🎅 𝑫𝒆𝒄 𝟔 | 𝟏𝟏𝑨𝑴–𝟑𝑷𝑴 🎄

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for helping make this joy possible for our sensory-sensitive and neurodivergent families. You’re part of the heartbeat behind this day.

11/30/2025

Hello everyone! I’m excited to share that I’m accepting new clients this winter through FUNdamentals in Nature-OT Services for individualized parent coaching — OT style! ❄️👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

These virtual, 1-hour sessions are tailored to your family’s unique needs and focus on providing resources, strategies, and collaborative problem-solving to help your days run more smoothly. 💻✨

Parent coaching can help with:
• Understanding your child’s sensory and emotional needs 🧠
• Building routines that actually work for your family 📅
• Learning practical tools for regulation, transitions, and behavior 🧰
• Supporting independence with daily tasks 🌱
• Feeling more confident and connected as a parent ❤️

And the best part?
• It’s completely virtual — no need to leave your home! 🏡

If you’re interested, send me a message or email me at alycia@fundamentalsinnature.com to schedule a free screening.

I’d love to support you and your family!