The Importance of Hearing Screenings

The Importance of Hearing Screenings

Many parents involved in speech therapy are concerned about speech sound production. They are also worried about the level of language their child is able to produce. It is equally important for the speech therapists to consider a child’s hearing and the way they receive auditory input.  All Sounds Are Not Created Equal If your…

5 Reasons to Use a Weighted Blanket

5 Reasons to Use a Weighted Blanket

Introduction to Deep Pressure Stimulation Weighted blankets are therapeutic blankets that are weighted with plastic beads and prescribed according to a child’s weight. The pressure from the extra weight helps apply a therapeutic technique called deep pressure stimulation.  Deep pressure stimulation typically uses hands-on pressure to relax the nervous system to lessen anxiety or improve mood,…