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Side-Lying: Alternative Positioning for Newborns/Babies

Physical Therapy August 11, 2021 9511Views 0Comments 3Likes by Elizabeth Hare, DPT
Learn more about Elizabeth Parents frequently ask what to do if their newborn/baby does not like “tummy-time”. The side-lying position has been emphasized for new parents as an important position especially with the “safe-sleep” initiative recommending lying a baby on their…

Extreme Picky Eater, or Medical Condition? New Proclamation sheds light on long held misconception

Feeding Picky Eaters May 21, 2021 3043Views 0Comments 3Likes by Miriam Vicovan
By: Miriam Vicovan Americans are widely known as having a limited taste palette in relation to most of the developed world. A typical American restaurant will boast a wide variety of burger, steak, and french fry options, leaving little opportunity for…

MEDICAL BEHAVIORAL PARTNERSHIP IN TREATING CHILDREN WITH ATYPICAL PICKY EATING PATTERNS

Feeding Picky Eaters May 21, 2021 2496Views 0Comments 4Likes by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP
By: Smita Joshi, CCC-SLP - Feeding Therapist, Founder and Director Feeding therapy is generally the first stop for children who are recognized as picky eaters. Extreme picky eating patterns that impact nutrition, growth, health, and/or social routines fall under the title…

Messy Mealtimes: Benefits of Encouraging Food Exploration

Feeding Picky Eaters May 21, 2021 6012Views 0Comments 4Likes by Stefani Wade, MS, CCC-SLP
By: Stefani Wade, M.S., CCC-SLP The beginning years of life are critical development years for your child. They are learning all the skills they will need to successfully explore and interact in their environment, specifically the oral motor and feeding skills…

Case Study: A 7-month Old Baby with Failure to Thrive Gains Weight and Learns to Eat Solids

Feeding March 2, 2021 2276Views 0Comments 2Likes by Smita Joshi, MS, CCC-SLP
By: Smita Joshi, CCC-SLP, Founder and Director   Baby Joe, exclusively nursed. He was diagnosed with GE reflux, failure to thrive, and failed to transition to solids. His GI specialist suggested supplementing by adding formula powder to the breast…

Case Study: A 22-week Premature Baby Learns to Walk!

Motor Delays Physical Therapy Premature Babies Uncategorized March 1, 2021 2813Views 0Comments 5Likes by Rima Lintakas, DPT
By: Rima Lintakas, DPT - Physical Therapist Baby Jane, has been seen for weekly physical therapy sessions for ~13 months via a combination of in-home sessions and live-video-visits. Baby Jane was born prematurely at 22 weeks, weighing 1lb 1oz…

Speech Language Screenings

Speech-Language October 9, 2020 1883Views 0Comments 1Like by Assential Therapies

Assential Therapies, COVID-19 Readiness!

Uncategorized June 9, 2020 1931Views 0Comments 1Like by Assential Therapies
During the past few weeks Assential Therapies has taken several measures to protect our employees and patients, alike. Notice the plexi-glass barrier, which is brand-new and artistically made. We made sure that the wood trim for the barrier match the…

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It's time for another Language Development Playgro It's time for another Language Development Playgroup! We will have books, music, tips for the parents, and BUBBLES. We can't wait to see you there.
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