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Does bite mark indentations on every pencil sound familiar? Fingernails that are bitten down and potentially bleeding? Sleeves or shirt collars with holes in them? This is very common! Why? There could be many reasons behind chewing for both kids and adults, the main one being stress and anxiety. As we look ahead to the new school year starting next month for many kids, it's important to note that …

Learning to drink from a straw is a developmental milestone that can support a child's oral motor skills, providing key benefits for feeding, swallowing, and even the muscles that help produce speech. For young children, particularly those with weaker oral motor skills or a weakened ability to suck, making the transition to straw drinking can be a challenge. In a world where baby development and …

Oral motor intervention can be a valuable tool in speech and feeding therapy, but it requires a skilled, systematic approach to support proper orofacial function and development. If you are interested in oral motor therapy but aren’t sure where to start, you’re not alone! ARK is excited to share with you these ten considerations for skilled oral motor intervention to guide your practi …

Hey there, parents and caregivers! If you're looking for a simple tool that can make a big difference in your child's development, let us introduce you to the  ARK Flute Whistle. This little tool isn't just a fun whistle - it's a powerful way to help your child build essential skills they use every day. Let's break down why this oral motor whistle is a must-have tool for your child's dev …