Ep. #1 - Six Simple Things All Children Need To Thrive

In this podcast, Kelly introduces the concept of “The Simple Six,” the six areas she focuses on in every session with every child. These areas are:

1. Gross and Fine Motor Skills

2. Sensory

3. Balance

4. Self-Regulation

5. Social-Emotional

6. Success

Using helpful, real-life examples, Kelly shows parents how to translate their child’s behavior and determine if it is really “bad” behavior, or if it is a developmental stage that is completely appropriate for the child’s age.

In one particularly helpful example, Kelly discusses a three-year-old who after three hours of preschool, without any issues, has a complete meltdown in her mom’s car on the way home. Kelly explains that after three hours of sensory overload, the child is exhibiting a response that is appropriate for the child, given her age.

While validating that these behaviors are normal, Kelly also offers the reassurance that parents can help their children build the skills they need simply by working with them for 5-10 minutes daily.

To learn more, click here for The Simple Six

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