Debbie's Blog
DIY Thanksgiving Turkey Craft
26th Nov 2014
This friendly turkey is a quick and easy craft, both for Thanksgiving and beyond. You'll need:
Play dough of your choice (funky colors welcome) Two eyeballs Pasta of your choice
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Food Refusal - Is It Oral Motor or Sensory Related?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 10th Nov 2014
Having a child with feeding issues is one of the hardest problems to handle both for therapists and parents, and it's stressful for the child as well. Our lives often revolve around food! &nb
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How to Decrease Tongue Protrusion & Encourage Retraction
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 17th Oct 2014
Question: I have a 2 year old on my EI caseload, our program purchased a z-vibe kit for him. He is demonstrating some sensory aversion, drooling, and an open mouth posture with tongue pro
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Halloween Activity for Fine Motor & Language Play
16th Oct 2014
We drew up some "spooktacular" free printables for you all. Introducing: Frankenstein (“Frankie”) and his Bride. Each character is available in both blank and colored in, all of which c
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Preparing for Halloween
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 15th Oct 2014
With just over two weeks left before Halloween, now is a good time to help children get ready for trick-or-treating. Some of my kids say "fick or feet" or "sick uh seat" or "twick or tweet."
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