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Getting Parents Involved in Feeding
March 1, 2010 1:44 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Today I will continue with reader questions. Below is one submitted from an early intervention therapist regarding the post entitled "What NOT to do with a ‘Picky' Eater" published on February 8, 2010: I have three children on my EI caseload who are in Read More...
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Problem Solving the "Picky" Eater
February 19, 2010 10:16 AM by Stephanie Bruno
Back in October 2008 when this blog first began, I wrote a series of 3 posts to help address the feeding issues that exist in early intervention home care. The links to those posts are provided here: The Feeding Challenge Feeding Solutions—Part 1: Evaluate Read More...
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When Therapy Isn't Working
February 1, 2010 3:38 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Most therapists will from time to time encounter a case where the child is really not making good progress. Therapeutically, you have tried everything and still seem to be hitting the proverbial roadblock. Your carefully constructed and executed plans Read More...
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Feeding Therapy: Discussion and Resources
December 28, 2009 12:27 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Before beginning this week, I'd like to extend my heartfelt holiday wishes to all! I hope you had a beautiful Christmas with your family and friends and I would like to wish everyone a very happy New Year as well. May all our readers have a healthy 2010 Read More...
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Happy Halloween Therapy Treats!
October 12, 2009 2:19 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Halloween is just a few short weeks away and those who read my blog often know how much I love the holidays and festive therapy sessions! Last October I wrote a post filled with simple ways to add a little Halloween fun to your therapy sessions. The post Read More...
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Part 2: Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance
September 14, 2009 2:24 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Last week I wrote a post entitled Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance . Today's post is a continuation and will provide more information about what Elizabeth Kübler-Ross taught us and how we can utilize it in early intervention. Based on my research Read More...
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Parents and the Five Stages of Acceptance
September 10, 2009 5:20 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Recently I received the following email from a fellow therapist: "I have a little boy who just turned 2 and is not talking, babbling, or vocalizing in any way shape or form. I have educated the mother repeatedly regarding having his hearing checked and Read More...
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Going Beyond the Call of Duty
July 14, 2009 5:32 PM by Stephanie Bruno
For today's post I wanted to reflect a bit on some of the different aspects of EI home care that are often a part of the job; however may not be within our scope of practice as a speech language pathologist. For example, this past week alone, I listened Read More...
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Getting Started in EI – Therapy Materials!
June 22, 2009 3:30 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Last week's blog highlighted all the non-therapy related items that are necessities when working in EI Home Care. Today's post addresses the therapy related tools that I use frequently in EI and I feel are an absolute MUST with the age group and population! Read More...
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The "Time Out" Debate
May 14, 2009 1:17 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Do you use "TIME OUT" either at home with your own children or within the work day with the little ones you treat? Recently I attended a training that highlighted different ways to handle issues surrounding children with challenging behaviors. We discussed Read More...
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Addressing the Issues: "Bag-Free" Therapy
March 24, 2009 11:48 AM by Stephanie Bruno
Over the last week, I have written two posts addressing some recent changes and challenges I have been facing in my speech therapy position. As a result, many readers have shared their thoughts, comments and own work experiences in early intervention. Read More...
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Picture Communication Systems: Points to Consider
February 24, 2009 5:21 PM by Stephanie Bruno
Over the last two blog posts, I featured picture communication systems and how to make them effective and efficient in early intervention home care. In today's blog, I highlight some quick reminders in a bulleted list of "Points to Consider" when creating Read More...
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Valentine's Day Activities You Will LOVE!
February 5, 2009 6:05 PM by Stephanie Bruno
It's that time of year when store windows are pink and red and covered with hearts! I always love any excuse to be creative in therapy, so today I'd like to share some of my favorite Valentine's Day activities that you can incorporate into your sessions Read More...
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In the Spirit of Giving...Toys!
December 19, 2008 9:39 AM by Stephanie Bruno
On Tuesday, I submitted a post discussing the dangerous presence of toxic chemicals in toys. As I had stated in that post, parents will often ask for suggestions regarding toys that would be appropriate and helpful for their child with a diagnosed speech Read More...
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