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The Importance of Play & Homeschooling Your Child During COVID-19
By Christy Sparling, Occupational Therapist
With the sudden cancellation of school and activities, we are forced to pause, and learn how to navigate this uncertain time. During this time it is even more important to remember the importance of play. Play is a way for children to process their emotions. Through play, kids learn to cope with their emotions as they act out fear, frustration, anger and aggression in a situation they control. It’s also a chance for them to practice empathy and understanding.
Stuttering in your Children – Typical or Not?
By: Brittany Mendes, Speech-Language Pathologist
As a speech-language pathologist, one of the most common questions I get asked is
“ Why is my child always repeating his words? ”
Free Sessions: Support Group for Parents of Gender Variant Individuals
Happy Feet: Choosing Your Baby’s First Shoes
By Erin Grunstein, physiotherapist
As a pediatric physiotherapist, one of the most common questions I get asked is what kind of shoes babies should wear when they are starting to walk.
Expansion of Pelvic Floor Physiotherapy Services
By Elisa Donato, physiotherapist
Hi I’m Elisa. I am a physiotherapist with over 10 years of experience in pelvic health. I am currently working at the Meraki Health Centre with children and adults with pelvic floor related conditions.
So how can I help?
Well, the pelvic floor is key for both bladder and bowel control & sexual function. I have experience working with all age groups (infant to the golden years) and I welcome all genders. To the trans and non-binary community, please feel free to consult with me if you are experiencing issues with your pelvic floor; often this is particularly useful for those of you who have surgery and are in the post-operative period.
Slowing Down this Holiday Season
By Julia Aynsley, occupational therapist
Ah, winter. The days are shorter and darker, we tend to be more tired, not to mention the logistics of winter gear and getting children in and out of vehicles and shoveling snow! And just as we start to get into the swing of boots and snow pants, the holidays arrive which often throw us off once again despite our best efforts.
Below are 5 tips for a peaceful holiday season with your family.
Web Resources for Transgender Voice Modification
By: Elissa Benjamin Speech-Language Pathologist
The topic of Transgender Voice Modification has recently become very important in the field of speech-language pathology. The role of voice in during an individual’s transition cannot be understated, given the intricate relationship between voice and identity.
The Postpartum Mom Checklist
By: Kirstie Gordon-Loiello
Congratulations mama, you did it!! Baby is here. Baby is beautiful… But WHAT is going on with this postpartum body?! Here are some after-birthing issues that so many of us mamas deal with – but none of which have to become our “new normal.” Here’s what you need to know:
Kindergarten Readiness
By Christy Sparling, Occupational Therapist
Is your child ready for kindergarten?
Your child is old enough to start kindergarten — but how to know if your child is ready for it?
Here are a few checklists to help you determine if your child has the preschool foundation skills to help them be successful in Kindergarten.