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My 2 ½ year old is not talking like other kids her age. Should I be concerned?

It all depends on the child. There are many reasons why a child may not have speech and language skills similar to her peers. It is important to remember that every child develops speech and language skills at a different pace. Girls tend to develop language more quickly than boys, though this is not always the case. If you have concerns, it is important to seek out professional advice to determine if an evaluation is warranted. (more…)

They say, “Wait and see…she’ll grow out of it”, but I have concerns. What should I do?

When it comes to your child…you are the expert. Whether it is your first child, and something “just doesn’t seem quite right”, or it is your fifth child and you know that “he is just not like the others”, we believe that you as the parent know your children better than anyone else. (more…)

My child has difficulty paying attention in class. I would prefer to not use medication. Do I have other options?

Yes, there are other options. Though medication may be effective in improving attention in some children, it may not be effective for every child. Some parents may wish to avoid the side effects that accompany some medications, and prefer a more natural treatment approach. If a child’s difficulty in attending is a result of poor sensory processing, then sensory integration-based treatment will be the best option. (more…)

I have never heard of sensory processing disorder. Why has no one ever mentioned this before?

Many people simply do not know about Sensory Processing Disorder. Sensory processing is the ability of the nervous system to perceive sensory information (touch, sound, vision, movement, etc.), process it, and produce a response based on how the information is interpreted. Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) can be a diagnosis of its own, or it may be seen in conjunction with other diagnoses, (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, etc.). Because the signs of SPD may be similar to those seen in other diagnoses, it is often overlooked. (more…)

Children of all ages benefit from sensory exploration activities. The following activities are beneficial for children who are seeking tactile input, as well as for those who tend to resist “messy play”. (more…)

Established in 2005, Leaps and Bounds was the first pediatric therapy center of its kind in the Greater St. Louis area, and is the only facility of its kind in St. Charles County. Located on Jungermann Road in St. Peters, Missouri, Leaps and Bounds was formed when Occupational Therapists, Lisa Cooseman and Carrie Salyer, had a vision to help children and families who were not able to get the services they needed from other resources. Leaps and Bounds is a unique facility that embraces not only a child’s therapy needs, but provides a comprehensive program that is family-centered.
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