Thanksgiving is a time when we think of gathering with family and friends, enjoying time together and sharing meals. It can be difficult...

The word “Dyslexia” is becoming a hot topic. Reading and writing are complex tasks. Rightfully so, Dyslexia is a complex condition. Have...

Being able to regulate our emotions is not something we are born with. Parents of toddlers’ experience this on a daily basis. A child is...

What makes Leaps and Bounds different from other therapy providers? Leaps and Bounds was created to provide a unique therapy experience...

As adults, we don’t talk back to our boss when we disagree and we refrain from honking the horn when someone cuts us off on the road,...

They say, “Wait and see. She’ll grow out of it.” But I still have concerns. What should I do? When it comes to your child…you are the...

We all experience different levels of stress in our days. Stress experiences can occur in utero, shortly after birth, and/or throughout...

Meet Evan... Evan came to Leaps and Bounds with extremely limited ability to communicate. He was able to do some sign language and...

Do mealtimes tend to feel more like a war for you as a parent? You might find yourself anticipating the crying, gagging, and battling...

Below you will find an abbreviated Sensory Processing Signs and Symptoms Checklist that can help you determine if your child would...

October is Sensory Awareness Month and we’d like to take the opportunity to answer the question…What is Sensory Processing? We learn...

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

Periodically we will be recommending different resources to help parents and educators better understand sensory processing. This book is...

Whether your child is beginning Preschool or Kindergarten, it is no doubt a HUGE transition for you and your child. Preparation for this...

Introducing Jack: Tying shoes. Jumping jacks. Pumping a playground swing. Socializing with peers. These are things that come naturally to...

Is Your Child A Late Talker? Have you ever looked at your child’s peers and wished your child communicated like they did? Have you been...

I have been fortunate to have worked with individuals that are impacted by Autism and their families for 20 years. As I sat down to write...

What does sensory processing mean for you? At Leaps and Bounds, we often have Occupational Therapy students come in to observe the work...

Meet Dan... Dan has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder and has been a part of the Leaps and Bounds family for many years. As he got...

If you are a parent of a child that has difficulty processing sensory input, you may know all too well what a meltdown can look like and...