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Debbie's Blog

How a Weighted Pencil Improves Handwriting

Posted by Guest Blogger Katie Zelinski, The Well Balanced OT on 7th Mar 2022

If you walk into any Kindergarten classroom, you’ll likely find students learning how to write their letters. In pre-school years, children may have started practicing drawing shapes and how to w … read more

How Fidgeting Improves Focus and Self-Regulation

Posted by Guest Blogger Katie Zelinski, The Well Balanced OT on 10th Nov 2020

This special guest blog post on fidgeting comes to us from occupational therapist Katie Zelinski. Fidgeting. It’s something that we all do without even thinking about it. Let’s take a trip … read more

Coping with Stress and Anxiety - 4 Easy Ways to Self-Regulate

Posted by Guest Blogger Katie Zelinski, The Well Balanced OT on 7th May 2020

A wonderful guest blog post from occupational therapist Katie Zelinski on ways to cope with stress and anxiety - perfect for all year round, but especially during these uncertain times with COVID-1 … read more