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Do you ever notice that when you ask your child to go to the toilet, they say “No”? Or when you say, “Please put your shoes on,” they walk the other way? If your child experiences difficulty responding to instructions or direct prompts, re‑framing how you ask can be a strategy that leads ...

Choosing the Right Toilet Seat for Your Child: Supporting Children to Learn to Use the Toilet Confidently Using the toilet is a major milestone for children. However, for many children an adult-sized toilet can feel uncomfortable and insecure. A simple modification such as a smaller toilet ...

Understanding what’s happening inside our bodies can be a powerful tool for children as they learn new skills - especially toileting! When children begin to understand how their body works, it can help them feel more in control and motivated to take care of it. Learning about the digestive ...

In Part 1, we introduced the idea of “shark music” - your internal alarm system that can be triggered in parenting moments. One of the key ways to better understand your shark music is by getting to know your sensory preferences and sensitivities. When you understand what regulates your body, ...

When your child is experiencing big emotions, it is easy to focus on their needs, their strategies, and their progress. But one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) tools in supporting your child’s development is your own self-regulation. Children don’t just learn from what we say, ...

Children experience many different emotions each day. Sometimes these feelings can grow very big, very quickly. When this happens, children often need support from a calm adult to help them feel safe and settled again. This is where co-regulation comes in. What is ...

Learning about toileting and the body can feel like a big job for children (and families!). Watching a video or playing a game can make the learning process easier, and much more fun. Here are some videos and apps you might find helpful when teaching your child about the toilet and to help them ...

Toileting regression can be a confusing and frustrating experience for parents and caregivers. You may have celebrated your child’s success in becoming toilet trained, only to find they suddenly start having accidents again or resist using the toilet altogether. The good news? This phase is ...

When families first begin occupational therapy, they often expect that their occupational therapist will only work directly with their child. While 1:1 child sessions and activities are definitely part of the support we provide, our approach extends beyond purely traditional therapist-led sessions. ...

Many families are surprised to learn that toileting is one of the most common areas where children need extra support. In particular, neurodivergent children frequently experience toileting challenges, which are often multifaceted and require a gradual, individualized approach. That’s where having ...