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Using Chew Tools in Oral Motor / Feeding Therapy(Post)
Most people know the Grabber, Y-Chew, and Guitar as non-food chewing tools that provide a safe alternative to nail biting, chewing on pencils, etc. But did you know they ca ...
Introducing Oral Motor Tools(Post)Question: I have some of your products (Z-Vibe, Baby Grabber, Baby Guitar, Bear cup) but my son seems to be having a hard time accepting them. He’s just now fin ...
Can't Eat by Mouth, but Still Want/Need to Chew?(Post)Question: I’m a therapist searching for a product for an older woman with intellectual disabilities. She loves food and drink, but it’s not an option to drink and eat all day.
Why Do Babies Put Everything in Their Mouths?(Post)At about 5-6 months of age, almost anything within reach makes a beeline straight to the mouth - keys, toys, their feet, etc. This oral exploration has several developmental benefits/reasons: .
Oral Sensitivities and Low Tone in Children with Down Syndrome(Post)Question: I have a 12 day old infant with diagnosed Down Syndrome. She has moderate tongue protrusion. A friend suggested your products. I was wondering which ones you recommend and any s ...
14 Discreet Chew Toys for Teens and Adults(Post)Are you looking for safe, discreet outlets to chew on? Then you’ve come to the right place! ARK has been making chewies for over 20 years with a wide range of c ...
Chewing Harder Foods(Post)This informative guest blog post is courtesy of Lori Nachtigal-Rothschild, MS, CCC-SLP. Question: What are the most important skills for chewing harder foods? Answer: Ton ...
How to Help Little Ones with Big Feelings(Post)This helpful guest blog comes to us from Molly Dresner, MS, CCC-SLP. Let’s talk about our little friends with big feelings. These powerful feelings are a natural phenomenon for toddlers.
Chew Tools for Adults - Coping with Stress, Anxiety, and More(Post)Does any of this sound familiar: biting nails when anxious, teeth clenching, fidgeting during meetings, chewing on pen caps at work, or even biting the insides of your cheek? If so - you’v ...