by Kristy Miller | Jan 12, 2026 | Development, Disability, Family
Last week I found myself in a conversation with a mom about something that sounds simple, but feels almost impossible: giving our kiddos time to struggle. Because asking a parent to let their child struggle feels a lot like asking them to stop breathing. Everything in...
by Kristy Miller | Dec 1, 2025 | Balance, Communication, Development, Equipment, Gift, Infant, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Play, Range of Motion, Speech Therapy, Standing, Toddler, Toy
Parents often look for ways to support their child’s development without making play feel like work. The good news is that many common pieces of home play equipment—like slides, trampolines, foam climbing blocks, Pikler triangles, and even vibration plates—naturally...
by Kristy Miller | Nov 13, 2025 | Balance, Communication, Development, Equipment, Gift, Infant, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Play, Range of Motion, Speech Therapy, Standing, Toddler, Toy
When we first learn about our senses we learn about smell, hearing, sight, taste, and touch. But our lives are impacted by more than just these 5 senses. We also have proprioception, vestibular sensation, and interoception. Some kiddos struggle with processing sensory...
by Kristy Miller | Nov 7, 2025 | Balance, Communication, Development, Equipment, Gift, Infant, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Play, Range of Motion, Speech Therapy, Standing, Toddler, Toy
Now that Halloween is behind us, it’s time to start talking about Christmas! Every year, families ask us for toy recommendations, so we thought we’d dedicate a few posts to some of our favorite playroom staples. Many of the best toys are simple, timeless, and fun for...
by Kristy Miller | Oct 7, 2025 | Community, Development, Disability, Family
A few weeks ago one of our families described their son’s Physical Therapist as a Sour Patch candy. The mom explained that the ideas the PT suggested made her wince initially, causing her face to pucker and her body to withdraw but eventually she realized that...
by Kristy Miller | Jun 29, 2025 | Colorado, Community, Development, Family, Free, Mental Health
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) offers a free Educational Text Messaging Platform as part of its Prevention and Wellness services. This program is designed to support families and caregivers in building positive relationships...
