Many children experience a mix of excitement and nervousness about school, but for some, these feelings can intensify into significant worry and anxiety. As a parent, it is tough to witness your child struggle with these emotions. To help them effectively in tackling...
The transition to summer is synonymous with a time of freedom and relaxation for children as they bid farewell to the structured routine of the school year. While allowing kids to unwind and enjoy their break is essential, maintaining a certain level of structure...
“Can I pleeeeeease have a dog?!” whines your child for the fifth time that day. Most parents' immediate response would be along the lines of, “Not a chance!” However, have you thought about how having a pet could actually be beneficial for your child? It can help them...
The holidays are here, which means a couple of weeks of kids being at home. So, what about activities for the break? Do not feel like you must fill every moment, even if you hear the words, "I'm bored" too many times a day. A little boredom can be a good thing. It...
Here now: the final edition of our blog series, “Executive Functioning Activities!" Remember, you can check out the other fun ways we've shared to address concerns like impulse control and working memory! For our last edition, we're focusing on... managing emotions!...
When you seek out personal adoption stories, the dominant narrative has been that of adoptive parents for years. Recently, however, adult adoptees started sharing their experiences. They are giving a voice to their generation and the current generation of child...
One of the challenging things about being a parent is that your child doesn’t come with a manual. This is as true for a parent whose job title is “pediatric therapist” as anyone else. While mulling over what I felt most informed to talk about, I realized that several...
You may regularly share as a family about your day-to-day, but when it comes to feelings talk, it gets too uncomfortable! First, I would encourage you as the parent to explore why this is the case for you. I would then ask myself why sharing feelings as a family is...
This holiday season, the Lakeview Roscoe Village Chamber is hosting a Window Decorating Contest for neighborhood businesses. It’s a way to encourage family and friends to connect by shopping, eating, and supporting local businesses! IFC decided to get in on the...
As your child’s first and best teacher, your involvement in the therapeutic process can make all the difference for their progress! After all, you interact with your child everyday and provide many learning opportunities. No matter your child’s age or the goals they...