• The OT is IN with Sarah Collins the Homeschool OT

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The OT is IN with Sarah Collins the Homeschool OT

De: Sarah Collins
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  • The OT is IN podcast merges the worlds of education and occupational therapy to empower families like yours. Sarah Collins, your host, an occupational therapist and homeschooling parent of 3 ranging in age from elementary to high school. Sarah Collins has experienced occupational therapy by supporting families for over 15 years but also through seeking out support for her own children- so, she's right there in the trenches with you. Though there is not one right way to educate your child, there is a lot to consider when individualizing an education. The goal of this podcast is to explain some of the "why" behind what an occupational therapist is thinking so you can artfully apply it to your own family especially with executive functioning, handwriting, and sensory processing. Each episode will be packed with practical tips, expert interviews, and real-life stories aimed at helping you create a supportive learning environment for your child.
    2024
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  • Risky Play: Understanding the Benefits and Strategies for Safe Child Development

    Risky Play: Understanding the Benefits and Strategies for Safe Child Development
    Aug 22 2024
    Curious if OT could help your child's struggles? Download Why Choose OT to find out! --- As a parent, it can be scary to let your children engage in activities that seem dangerous, like climbing trees, riding bikes, or playing rough. But research shows that taking age-appropriate risks through play is actually crucial for children's development - physically, cognitively and emotionally. When we talk about "risky play", we don't mean putting kids in harm's way. Rather, it's about giving them opportunities to test their limits, problem-solve, and build confidence in a relatively safe environment with adult support and supervision. Risky play helps kids develop important skills like risk assessment, body awareness, and emotional self-regulation. But where do we draw the line between healthy risk-taking and dangerous behavior? How can we scaffold risky play experiences so kids progress at an appropriate pace? And what role should we play as parents and caregivers? Whether your child is cautious by nature or an impulsive daredevil, I hope this episode will give you a new perspective on letting kids take risks through play. Let's jump in! In this episode you'll hear about: Executive Functioning Definition: skills required to start, persist, and complete tasksImportance in daily functioning and personal growthResponse inhibition (impulsivity) and its development in childrenRole in safety evaluation and decision-makingRisky Play as defined by the Canadian Pediatric SocietyEight different types of risky play Playing at heightsplaying at speedplay involving toolsplay involving potentially dangerous elementsrough and tumble playplay with risk and disappearing or getting lostplay involving impactsvicarious play Progression of risky play (e.g., playing at height and speed)Importance of teaching children to recognize and evaluate potential dangersNeed for supervision and teaching response inhibitionGradual progression in allowing children to engage in risky playRisky Play vs. Dangerous PlayVaries from person to personFamilies need to evaluate it for themselvesPersonal examples (trampoline for gaga ball and games like Deadman)Benefits of Risky PlayPositive contribution to child development (e.g., response inhibition and emotional control)Vicarious play: watching others engage in risky play and modeling behaviorAccepting children's current skills while allowing for growth and developmentResources available through the homeschool OT communityStrategies for Supporting Risky PlayObservation, communication, and setting boundariesProviding opportunities for practice and evaluationSupporting and observing children's play, communicating openlyImplementing safety measures for various activities (e.g., bike riding, using tools, playing near fire)Adapting Risky Play for Different NeedsMulti-age play and accommodating different children's needsUsing walkie-talkies in games or providing spaces for safe impact activitiesDeveloping children's sensory input, body awareness, and executive functioning skills while maintaining safety Links and Resources From Today's Show Why Should I Seek Occupational Therapy?Board Games to Teach Executive FunctioningExecutive Functioning Group from Homeschool OTReverse Planning Guide for Homeschool FamiliesThe OT is IN MembershipLife in Five Senses: How Exploring the Senses Got Me Out of My Head and Into the WorldSmart but Scattered: The Revolutionary "Executive Skills" Approach to Helping Kids Reach Their PotentialBalanced and Barefoot: How Unrestricted Outdoor Play Makes for Strong, Confident, and Capable ChildrenEight Types of Risky Play, Navigating the balance with injury preventionEpisode 12- Executive Functioning in Homeschooling: A Teenager's Experience with Organization and PlanningEpisode 25- Understanding Hippotherapy: Therapeutic Equestrian Activities for Children's DevelopmentEpisode 26- Sensory Safe Evacuation: Preparing for Emergencies with Kids' Sensory Needs in MindEpisode 27- Preserving Childhood in a Digital World: Greta Eskridge's Expertise for Families
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  • Preserving Childhood in a Digital World: Greta Eskridge's Expertise for Families

    Preserving Childhood in a Digital World: Greta Eskridge's Expertise for Families
    Aug 15 2024

    Curious if OT could help your child's struggles? Download Why Choose OT to find out!

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    In this episode, I sit down with Greta Eskridge, a second-generation homeschooler, former public high school teacher, and homeschooling mom of four. Greta is passionate about protecting children's innocence and combating the dangers of pornography in our increasingly digital world.

    Throughout the episode, Greta shares her expertise on the importance of open communication with children about online safety, setting strict rules for internet use, and providing engaging alternatives to screen time. She discusses the alarming statistics surrounding children's exposure to pornography, with the average age of first exposure being around eleven years old, and emphasizes the need for parental vigilance and proactive measures to protect children from accidental exposure.

    Join us as we delve into this critical topic and learn how parents can work together to keep their children safe, preserve their innocence, and cultivate meaningful connections in an increasingly digital age.

    In this episode you'll hear about:

    • Greta's expertise in protecting children's innocence and combating pornography
    • The importance of protecting children's innocence
    • Increasing accessibility of the internet and risks of early exposure to pornography
    • The average age for first exposure to pornography is around eleven or younger
    • Addressing accidental exposure and consequences of repeated exposure
    • Children with self-control struggles are particularly vulnerable
    • Strategies for protecting children
    • Having honest conversations with children about pornography
    • Encouraging children to seek a trusted adult when feeling curious or uncertain
    • Redirecting children's responses and occupying their time with alternative activities
    • Making non-screen activities attractive
    • Creating enjoyable experiences with snacks and outdoor reading
    • Online gaming risks
    • Exposure to pornography and sexual predators while playing online video games
    • The need for parental vigilance and setting strict rules
    • Using a router to protect children under twelve from accidental exposure to pornography
    • Resources for parents seeking tech help and guidance on discussing pornography with children
    • Parents are not alone in addressing these issues

    Links and Resources From Today's Show

    • Why Should I Seek Occupational Therapy?
    • Board Games to Teach Executive Functioning
    • Executive Functioning Group from Homeschool OT
    • Protect Young Eyes Website
    • Decision-making and Executive Functions in Problematic Pornography Use
    • 10 Amazing Resources for Talking to Kids About Porn
    • Good Pictures Bad Pictures: Porn-Proofing Today's Young Kids Book
    • How to Talk to Your Kids About Pornography Book
    • Episode 11- Exploring Unique Learning Paths in Homeschooling with Amy Bodkin
    • Episode 15- From Morning to Night: Incorporating Emotional Learning in Homeschool with Elizabeth Sautter
    • Episode 19- Understanding Screen Time Effects on Children and Relationships with Victoria Dunckle
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    32 m
  • Sensory Safe Evacuation: Preparing for Emergencies with Kids' Sensory Needs in Mind

    Sensory Safe Evacuation: Preparing for Emergencies with Kids' Sensory Needs in Mind
    Aug 8 2024

    Curious if OT could help your child's struggles? Download Why Choose OT to find out!

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    Today’s episode is all about preparing for emergencies - whether it’s hurricanes, wildfires, floods, or any other unexpected events. We'll be sharing practical packing lists and planning strategies that can truly make a difference when disaster strikes.

    We'll discuss the importance of planning on calm days and how these strategies can even be useful for vacations. I’ll also introduce a unique fire-safety plan required for homeschooling families in Pennsylvania, which includes activities like visiting a firehouse and practicing ladder escapes.

    A key focus of this episode is using a sensory lens in emergency planning. We’ll explore how to consider sensory sensitivities and create a sensory safe evacuation planner tailored for your family. And good news – there’s a no-cost planner available to guide you through your evacuation process.

    In this episode you'll hear about:

    • Planner designed to empower individuals for different obstacles during emergencies
    • Importance of planning on calm days
    • Strategies can also be useful for vacations
    • Fire-safety plan required in Pennsylvania for homeschooling
    • Sensory Considerations in Planning
    • Incorporating a sensory lens when planning
    • Impact of sensory sensitivities during emergencies
    • Development of the Brain Executive Program
    • Explains sensory modulation and sensory processing challenges to kids
    • Book: "How to be a Brain Executive and Get Sensory Sharp"
    • Planning with Sensory Sensitivities in Mind
    • Katie's work in translating sensory processing science to everyday life
    • Creation of a sensory-safe evacuation planner
    • Katie's emphasis on understanding sensory characteristics
    • Seeking help from occupational therapists
    • Practical Implementation Suggestions
    • Sarah's insights and suggestions for observing children's sensory needs
    • Addressing sensory challenges during evacuation
    • Mitigating stress through early planning
    • Planning and Training for Emergencies
    • Importance of repetitive training and preparation
    • Planning for children with motor planning challenges
    • Stressing the significance of safety and its role in seeking OT services
    • Need for addressing anxiety or difficulties discussing emergencies with children
    • Benefit of a child-oriented version of the emergency preparedness planner

    Links and Resources From Today's Show

    • Why Should I Seek Occupational Therapy?
    • Board Game Suggestions to Teach Executive Functioning
    • Executive Functioning Focus Group
    • Episode 10: Streamlining Your Space: Organizing for Better Executive Functioning
    • Emergency Kit Checklist for Families with Children and Youth with Special Healthcare Needs
    • Emergency Preparedness for Families with Special Needs Children
    • Preparedness Tips for Sensory-Intense Environments: How to Help Your Children
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    35 m
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