Mommy Ramblings

With age, comes more equipment.

It’s been non-stop in our household. Last week was CRAZY. We had an appointment everyday. It was a little ridiculous. We started our week with our intake appointment at Bloorview (it happens to be the biggest and best children’s rehab facility in Canada). Apparently our intake interview? Was to begin ANOTHER wait list. And the magic number... [Read more of this review]

I’m here to Introduce myself!

Hi Everyone! I’m Cheryl. I’m a 29 year old mom to 2 beautiful little girls. Lauren who is a typically developing 3.5 year old and Jillian who is an 18 month old adjusted (20.5 months actually). Jillian was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy on October 22, 2009. I post here from time to time to share some insight from a parent with a child with... [Read more of this review]

Grief & CP (Guest Post by Cheryl)

Grief – it’s a funny thing, right? If you’ve seen my posts before, you know that I have 2 beautiful daughters. Lauren who is almost 3.5 and Jillian who is 20.5 months but only 18 months adjusted. When Jillian was born 10 weeks early, we had no indication that anything would be “wrong”. Whenever I’ve blogged here,... [Read more of this review]

Home safety

Keeping our homes safe keeps our kids safe and making sure that every detail is perfect insures us all a good nights sleep knowing that everything is ok for our kids. Some of the things I worry about the most are: Doors Windows Cabinets Outlets Water faucets Now, let me explain each one a little. Doors: I worry about little fingers being pinched... [Read more of this review]

A New Journey

*I’ll warn anyone with delicate sensibilities this post is going to contain bodily function talk. ********************************************************************* I’m so glad my three year old isn’t potty trained yet. I’m thankful for the diapers that cover his butt and the foul smelling diarrhea that he has filled them... [Read more of this review]

Feeling Rejected

Sometimes it’s hard not to take the feelings of rejection personally from my oldest son. I know it’s the Asperger’s, but I’m only human, and sometimes it hurts. He was my first baby. The bond between mother and baby was supposed to be magical according to all the books. It’s been anything but. What really hit me the hardest... [Read more of this review]

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Therapy Sessions & Advice

Symptoms of a Vision Processing Disorder

As most of you know my oldest daughter (8 1/2) has a Vision Processing Disorder. I have seen lately, through my stat counter, that there are a lot of people searching for symptoms of a Vision Processing Disorder (VPD),  so I thought I’d give some symptoms. Keep in mind that I am not a doctor, do not pretend to be one,  have never played one... [Read more of this review]

Vision Therapy – Building Visual Skill

My oldest daughter is currently in Vision Therapy for a Vision Processing Disorder and I have had people ask me what it is exactly. It is hard for me to explain in a way that is reliable and understandable so last week when we were at the office I picked up a pamphlet about it so everyone can understand it a little better. We first knew something wasn’t... [Read more of this review]

Our experience with Therapeutic Listening!

  A week or so ago I told you all about Therapeutic Listening and that children with SPD, among other things, can benefit from it. I also told you how it can make your child sick if not done properly. TL is very strong and should not be fooled around with. Well now I have my own proof to that. [Read more of this review]  Read More →

Therapeutic Listening

If you have a child with SPD or any sensory issues then you probably already know about Therapeutic Listening and what it offers. But in case you don’t know what I’m talking about then let me explain a little. [Read more of this review]  Read More →

Edible Playdoh Recipe

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Water therapy works!

Well my friends this week has been a tough one! Little Miss seems to think that since she’s the youngest that she is the boss and that any and every tantrum will get her her way! Umm….NO! So this week has been F.U.L.L of tantrums and meltdowns. (sigh) Thank goodness she is cute! One night this week my hubs was at work and I had to: ~ make... [Read more of this review]

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From the Therapists

Therapeutic Listening

Auditory intervention is a relatively new theory in SPD. Therapeutic Listening (TL) is one form of auditory intervention that can be used as a part of a sensory diet. TL is considered a form of vestibular intervention as it works to activate the semicircular canals located in the ear which is where our vestibular system is housed. Our vestibular system... [Read more of this review]

Therapy Thursday Question

“So my son is 14 months old, but is a preemie, so his adjusted age is 12 months. Anyway, my big frustration is, he won’t drink from cups – only bottles, he thinks cups are toys. Then, the whole table food thing, he does eat it sometimes, but prefers baby food. I feel like a failure as a mom because he doesn’t use a cup yet and... [Read more of this review]

Incorporating Sensory Input into Daily Activities

A couple of weeks ago I got a sheet from our Occupational Therapist (who will be coming on board soon) about how to incorporate sensory input into your child’s daily activities. I think they’re great ideas so I wanted to share them with you. BATH TIME: Scrub with washcloth or bath brush, try a variety of soaps and lotions for bathing, play... [Read more of this review]

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