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Understanding Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy
Welcome to the world of orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT)! If you've been searching for a natural and effective way to improve your oral health and overall well-being, you've come to the right place. In this blog post, we will dive into the basics of orofacial...
My Myo and Tongue Tie Journey
As I started to learn more tethered oral tissues (TOTs) and orofacial myofunctional therapy, I quickly realized I actually had many of the symptoms for both TOTs and orofacial myofunctional disorder (OMD). I want to share my story to encourage other adults to look...
Summer Books
Happy Summer! We have had quite a bit going on over here, so I have been more MIA than usual. We're expecting another little baby girl in November! We are so excited, but it has been a tough few months dealing with nausea and exhaustion, but I am finally feeling more...
Spring Books
SLet's find some new Spring books! I am so excited that Spring is finally here! I am ready for more sunshine, warmer temperatures, and outdoor adventures. A new season is a great way to refresh some of the books in your library. I don't know about you, but I have...
Screen Time – Practical Tips for Parents
In today's world, screen time (for everyone) is increasing drastically. It can be difficult to know what to do for your children in terms of their screen time. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends no screen time for children under two (except for video...
Valentine’s Day Books
Valentine's Day is around the corner. It is a great opportunity to switch out some of the books on your child's shelves. These are some of my Valentine's Day books! Valentine's Day books don't have to be full of red hearts and valentines. We'll be reading one of these...
Where to Find New Books
With the holidays quickly approaching (how is it almost Christmas?!) you may have even more down time to fill with your child or children at home. I recently shared about some of my favorite winter books and the benefits of providing books relevant to the...
Benefits of Reading Aloud
As a speech-language pathologist and preschool teacher, one of the main questions parents ask me is "What should we work on at home?" Parents want the best for their children. They want to teach them letters and math. Of course, these are important skills. However, my...
Winter and Holiday Books
I know it's technically still fall, but as soon as Thanksgiving is over, my brain switches to winter mode! I love to switch out my daughter's books as the seasons and holidays change. There are many benefits to doing this: Preparing for new experiences - Transitions...
Shop Local – Alexandria Holiday Shopping Guide
The holiday season is quickly approaching and parents are on the hunt for gifts for their friends and family members. This year has been a crazy one! Many local businesses have been hit hard. I know as a busy mom, I am often relying on Amazon or Target for my online...