Blog, Pediatric Speech Therapy, Therapist's Corner

Building Vocabulary

• June 19, 2026
• Posted by Isabella Melo

19 Jun

Most of us cannot remember exactly how we built our vocabulary. How did we jump from just knowing a few hundred words as children to knowing thousands of words as adults? We can draw insight from second language learning. How might you try ...

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Funding Options for Speech Therapy in Ontario

• June 3, 2026
• Posted by Isabella Melo

03 Jun

Do you have questions about funding? Private speech and language services are not covered by OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan). Below, we will discuss funding options for therapy.  Private insurance companies  Many private insurance ...

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Blog, Mississauga Children Occupational Speech Therapy, Pediatric Speech Therapy, Therapist's Corner

5 Simple Ways to Build Early Literacy Skills at Home

• May 2, 2026
• Posted by Isabella Melo

02 May

It’s never too early to read with your child. Reading can be a bonding and engaging experience even if children are not yet reading on their own. Here are five strategies you can implement at home to promote early literacy development!  St...

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Working Memory & Communication

• April 15, 2026
• Posted by Isabella Melo

15 Apr

Does your child forget instructions, lose focus easily, or struggle to answer simple questions? You’re not alone — and it may be related to something called working memory.  What Are Executive Functions? Executive functions are the brain...

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Understanding Echolalia

• October 31, 2025
• Posted by developinghands

21 Aug

Understanding Echolalia: Why Does My Child Repeat Everything?  “Stop copying me!” Sound familiar? Many parents hear this phrase from siblings or say it themselves! Children love to copy others — sometimes to tease, and other times...

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How Can I Help My Child Develop Early Literacy Skills at Home?

• July 15, 2025
• Posted by developinghands

15 Jul

Early Literacy Skills at Home: 5 Simple Ways to Help | Developing Hands Helping your child develop early literacy skills at home is one of the best ways to build a strong foundation for reading and speech-language development. With a few s...

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Blog, Pediatric Occupational Therapy, Pediatric Therapy & Psychology, Therapist's Corner

What is the best way to hold a pencil?

• October 21, 2021
• Posted by Therapist

16 Nov

Occupational therapists are frequently asked to assess a child’s pencil grasp.  Improper pencil grasp can cause a child to experience pain and fatigue while writing as well as decrease writing speed.  A functional pencil grasp is important ...

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What is Family-Centred Service/Care?

• May 9, 2022
• Posted by Therapist

16 Oct

What Do We Mean By Family-Centred Service/Care? As an Occupational Therapist working with Developing Hands Inc., recognition that the children I work with are influenced by personal factors (physical, cognitive, and emotional) as well as e...

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