Milestones

By Allison Carter - Child Development | Special Needs

What's Milestones about?

This podcast contains information regarding Sensory Processing and other discussions about Child Development in general, as well as, for Children with Special Needs. Information about Developmental Milestones, Sensory Processing, and other general information about Child Development will be included in these shows. Sensory Processing in Children with Special Needs and Child Development

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Milestones episodes:

08.29.2022
Oral Motor Equipment for Sensory and Feeding – Episode 104
In this episode, I discuss a variety of oral motor items that can be helpful for toddlers with sensory processing and positive feeding skills. Amazon Affiliate Link Z-Vibe Travel Kit Jigglers Green Chewy Tube Hollow Teething Tubes Vibrating Toothbrush Pinterest...
10.04.2021
Tactile Sensory Processing and the Changing Seasons – Episode 103
On this episode, I discuss how the changing seasons can affect those people with Tactile Sensory Processing Sensitivities. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter,...
08.09.2021
Fine Motor Skill Milestones – Episode 102
Fine Motor Skill Milestones. In this episode, I discuss the fine motor skills that I consider to be “milestones” for kids in the ages of birth-three years. I also present a research study on handwriting interventions with at-risk kindergarteners. Amazon...
06.16.2021
Interview with Meera Raval – Episode 101
In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, Meera Raval, MA, CCC-SLP, BCTS, ACAS, Owner and Speech-Language Pathologist of Super Speech Solutions, LLC/ Board Certified Telepractice Specialist / Advanced Certified Autism Specialist, joins me in a discussion about speech and language...
06.07.2021
Top 5 Items for Early Intervention Evaluation – Episode 100
In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the top 5 things I look for when doing a new Occupational Therapy evaluation with an infant or toddler in the Early Intervention program setting. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]:...
05.10.2021
Listener Q&A – Episode 99
On this episode, I address a couple of listener questions on working with clients in-home on your own, and feeding strategies / ideas with kids in pre-K or ECSE (pre-school, or Early Childhood Special Education). Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail:...
04.01.2021
Interview With Matthew & Carol Newell – Episode 98
On this Episode, I talk with Matthew and Carol Newell, co-founders and directors of The Family Hope Center. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter,...
03.08.2021
Proprioception – Part 2 – Episode 97
In this Episode, I talk about Proprioceptive Sensory Processing, and what types of activities you can use to meet the needs of individuals with proprioceptive sensory needs. Amazon Affiliate Link Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones...
02.15.2021
Proprioception – Part 1 – Episode 96
Click “Add to Cart” to purchase .5 CEU for this Episode! In this Episode, I talk about Proprioceptive Sensory Processing, and what that looks like with real life examples. Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast...
12.31.2020
Autism Prevalence – Episode 95
I discuss the most recent review of Autism Spectrum Disorder in the U.S. by the Center’s for Disease Control (CDC). Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by: Lance Carter, “A...
12.07.2020
STNR – Episode 94
Click “ADD TO CART” button to purchase .5 CEU for this Episode In this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I talk about the STNR or Symmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex. I explain what this reflex looks like, and how it works. ...
11.20.2020
Quick Message about Live Q&A Session in December – Episode 93
Hello! This is just a quick message to let you know about an upcoming Q&A event that will be held for Upper Level Patrons on the Milestones Podcast – Patreon page. Sign up now using this link: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com Pinterest...
11.16.2020
Case Study for Eating Therapy – Episode 92
On this Episode of the Milestones Podcast, I give a case study with strategies for working with the child and family on increasing food tolerance, and decreasing sensitivities. Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/...
08.22.2020
Food Play Therapy: Continuation of Infant and Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 91
In this Episode, I discuss specifics of food play – where to begin and how to progress with textures and variety of foods. Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones on Twitter Milestones Podcast Website:https://mymidwesttherapy.com/ Intro and Ending Music by:...
06.20.2020
A Discussion on Infant & Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 90
In this Episode, I discuss some issues surrounding Infant and Toddler Eating Skills including making the hand-mouth connection and biting/chewing foods. Chewy Tubing Chewy T’s Baby Safe Feeder Z Vibe Kids Spin Brush Feeding Therapy Mirror Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon:...
05.17.2020
Sleep Issues in Early Intervention – Episode 89
In this episode, I discuss issues related to sleep with infants and toddlers in early intervention settings. Click “Add to Cart” button below to purchase this episode for 1.0 Continuing Education Unit (CEU) Pinterest LinkEmail: [email protected]: https://www.facebook.comPatreon: https://www.patreon.comMilestones on InstagramMilestones...
03.19.2020
Telehealth Episode 88
Many of us had to unexpectedly change from direct in-home Early Intervention services to consultative services via phone or video conferencing. Here is a quick episode discussing some of the ideas and realities that may come with this change in...
11.24.2019
ATNR Part 2: Episode 87
On this Episode, I will discuss a research study on retained primitive reflexes in preschool aged kids, and I will give you some examples of exercises to try with kids who have a retained ATNR. Click the yellow button below...
08.04.2019
ATNR Part 1 – Episode 86
On this episode, I begin discussion about the ATNR (Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex). I will talk about what it looks like, when it should integrate, and what it might look like if it doesn’t integrate in preschool and school aged...
06.14.2019
IFSP vs IEP – Episode 85
On this episode, I discuss the differences between IFSP’s and IEP’s, and details about what each plan might look like. Use the link above to purchase .5 CEU for this Episode!! Earn your credits now! You are listening anyway, you...
04.29.2019
Frequency of Early Intervention Therapy – Episode 84
On this Episode, I will discuss factors to help you determine what your frequency of therapy should be for Early Intervention treatments. Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat50% off Autism Parenting MagazineNew Arrivals At Melissa...
02.28.2019
Infant Sensory Feeding Therapy – Episode 83
On this Episode, I explain what sensory sensitivities and sensory decreased awareness can look like with newborns and infants. I also provide strategies and explanation for ways to support the babies and their caregivers with feeding difficulties from a sensory...
01.12.2019
Low Cognition – Episode 82
On this episode, I discuss ways we can work with kids who have lower cognitive abilities on grasp development and self help skills. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat50% off Autism Parenting...
11.24.2018
Auditory Sensory Processing at Home and School – Episode 81
On this Episode, I talk about Auditory Sensory Processing Delays and Sensitivities. I will explain what this looks like, how it works, and provide examples of home and school situations. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get...
10.27.2018
COTA and OTR Work Relationship – Episode 80
On this episode of the Milestones Podcast, I discuss the roles of Certified Occupational Therapy Assistants (COTAs) in Occupational Therapy settings. I also explain the differences between COTA and OTR and what their roles are in the workplace. CLICK “ADD...
09.24.2018
Fine Motor Skills for 3 Year Olds Episode 79
On this Episode, I discuss the top 5 Fine Motor Skills that I look for in typical 3 year old development! Click the yellow button below to purchase this episode for .5 CEU. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food:...
08.27.2018
Crawling Episode 78
On this Episode, I discuss the potential long term benefits of crawling, as well as, the potential long-term issues kids might have in school if they skip the crawling phase as infants. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK...
08.02.2018
Autism and Early Intervention Services Episode 77
On this Episode, I discuss what Early Intervention services look like, or should look like, for kids with Autism. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals...
07.16.2018
Are BPA Free Products Safe Episode 76
On this episode, I discuss current research on the health effects of eating and drinking out of BPA and BPA-Free products. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine...
06.27.2018
Sensory Processing Oral Low Awareness with Eating Episode 75
On this episode, I discuss what Oral Sensory Processing with Low Awareness is and how it can affect children’s eating and drinking skills. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE .5 CEU! Community Resource Directory Play...
06.16.2018
Oral Sensitivities and Eating Episode 74
On this episode I discuss Oral Sensory Sensitivities and how they can affect kids and their eating skills. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART” LINK BELOW TO PURCHASE .5 CEU! Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to...
06.06.2018
Tantrums and Children Who are Nonverbal – Episode 73
On this Episode, I discuss issues that come up with kids who are non-verbal including things like tantrums and frustrations due to language difficulties. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off...
05.22.2018
Fine Motor Skills for 2 Year Olds Episode 72
On this episode, I talk about some of the fine motor skills I look for as an Occupational Therapist when playing with a child between the ages of 24-36 months or 2-3 years. ** THERAPISTS ** USE “ADD TO CART”...
05.09.2018
Drug Exposure and Infant Development Episode 71
On this Episode, I talk about how infant development can be affected by drug exposure in-utero. Use “ADD TO CART” button below to purchase the test for .5 CEU Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your...
05.02.2018
Transition from School to Summer Episode 70
On this Episode, I talk about the transition from school to summer time, how that can affect kids, and suggestions for helping them have a more consistent routine over the summer break. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How...
04.23.2018
Infant Feeding Issues Episode 69
On this episode, I talk about some of the common concerns with newborn and infant feedings, and what some strategies are for trying to help the feedings improve. Occupational Therapists: Use “ADD TO CART” Link to Purchase Test for .5...
04.12.2018
Parent Coaching in Early Intervention Episode 68
On this Episode, I talk about the Parent Coaching or Teaming Model with Early Intervention for ages 0-3 years. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine New Arrivals...
04.05.2018
Flashback to Episode 1 Sensory Processing Episode 67
This is an Anniversary show where we flashback to Episode 1 from April 5th, 2017!! Thank you for listening this past year, and for all of your support! Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler...
04.03.2018
Pediatric Feeding Therapy Feeding Evaluations Episode 66
On this episode, I discuss the topic of Feeding Evaluations and Feeding Therapy with infants, toddlers, and young children. The main discussion revolves around questions to ask parents as a therapist to start gathering information about how the child does...
03.27.2018
Repetitive Behaviors Self Stimming Episode 65
On this Episode, I discuss what repetitive behaviors are. I discuss why people do these self-stimulatory behaviors, and what we should do to help them. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50%...
03.21.2018
Crossing Midline in Child Development Episode 64
On this episode, I talk about what the term “Crossing Midline” means and what types of activities encourage this. I also discuss what to look for when evaluating whether or not a child is having issues with being able to...
03.08.2018
Sensory Processing Disorder Teaching Independence Episode 63
On this episode, I talk about what it means to be an independent person, some ideas on ways to teach kids to become independent adults, and how to incorporate these same techniques with kids who have sensory processing needs. Community...
02.28.2018
Environmental Enrichment Episode 62
On this episode, I discuss a research study on Environment Enrichment, and how that can be used on a daily basis especially for kids with Autism. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat...
02.15.2018
Early Intervention Using a Whole Child Approach Episode 61
On this episode, I discuss how we can view one play activity in different ways. What therapists are looking for when observing a child play with toys, objects, and just overall interacting with their parents and siblings. Community Resource Directory...
02.06.2018
Interview with Ayelet Marinovich from Strength In Words Episode 60
On this episode, I have an interview with Ayelet Marinovich who is a pediatric speech-language pathologist, parent educator, singer, and mother based in the San Francisco Bay area. She is the creator of Strength In Words, whose mission is to...
01.29.2018
Weight Bearing Activities with Kids Episode 59
On this episode I discuss what weight bearing means when working with infants and toddlers. I also talk about what the potential benefits of weight bearing activities are, and give some examples of what those activities look like. Community Resource...
01.16.2018
Early Signs of Autism in Infants and Toddlers Episode 58
On this episode I discuss what some of the early common signs of Autism are in Infants and Toddlers. I also discuss a research study about trial using parent-mediated video intervention. Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to...
01.02.2018
Sensory Issues Getting Worse Episode 57
On this episode I discuss why some kids my seem to be having some increased sensory processing issues right now. . . Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting...
12.19.2017
Interview with Michelle Emanuel Tummy Time Method Episode 56
On this episode, I have an interview discussion with Michelle Emanuel who developed the Tummy Time Method. Michelle’s Email: [email protected] Community Resource Directory Play With Your Food: How to Get Your Toddler to Eat 50% off Autism Parenting Magazine 30%...
12.12.2017
Sensory Processing: Using the Sensory Profile Episode 55
On this episode, I discuss the use of the Sensory Profile 2 in Occupational Therapy and other areas to assess a person’s sensory processing patterns. I also provide a research study where the Short Sensory Profile was used to help...

What's Milestones about?

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Milestones episodes:

Oral Motor Equipment for Sensory and Feeding – Episode 104

Tactile Sensory Processing and the Changing Seasons – Episode 103

Fine Motor Skill Milestones – Episode 102

Interview with Meera Raval – Episode 101

Top 5 Items for Early Intervention Evaluation – Episode 100

Listener Q&A – Episode 99

Interview With Matthew & Carol Newell – Episode 98

Proprioception – Part 2 – Episode 97

Proprioception – Part 1 – Episode 96

Autism Prevalence – Episode 95

STNR – Episode 94

Quick Message about Live Q&A Session in December – Episode 93

Case Study for Eating Therapy – Episode 92

Food Play Therapy: Continuation of Infant and Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 91

A Discussion on Infant & Toddler Eating Skills – Episode 90

Sleep Issues in Early Intervention – Episode 89

Telehealth Episode 88

ATNR Part 2: Episode 87

ATNR Part 1 – Episode 86

IFSP vs IEP – Episode 85

Frequency of Early Intervention Therapy – Episode 84

Infant Sensory Feeding Therapy – Episode 83

Low Cognition – Episode 82

Auditory Sensory Processing at Home and School – Episode 81

COTA and OTR Work Relationship – Episode 80

Fine Motor Skills for 3 Year Olds Episode 79

Crawling Episode 78

Autism and Early Intervention Services Episode 77

Are BPA Free Products Safe Episode 76

Sensory Processing Oral Low Awareness with Eating Episode 75

Oral Sensitivities and Eating Episode 74

Tantrums and Children Who are Nonverbal – Episode 73

Fine Motor Skills for 2 Year Olds Episode 72

Drug Exposure and Infant Development Episode 71

Transition from School to Summer Episode 70

Infant Feeding Issues Episode 69

Parent Coaching in Early Intervention Episode 68

Flashback to Episode 1 Sensory Processing Episode 67

Pediatric Feeding Therapy Feeding Evaluations Episode 66

Repetitive Behaviors Self Stimming Episode 65

Crossing Midline in Child Development Episode 64

Sensory Processing Disorder Teaching Independence Episode 63

Environmental Enrichment Episode 62

Early Intervention Using a Whole Child Approach Episode 61

Interview with Ayelet Marinovich from Strength In Words Episode 60

Weight Bearing Activities with Kids Episode 59

Early Signs of Autism in Infants and Toddlers Episode 58

Sensory Issues Getting Worse Episode 57

Interview with Michelle Emanuel Tummy Time Method Episode 56

Sensory Processing: Using the Sensory Profile Episode 55