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Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

The 8 Sensory Systems and Their Importance

We all begin developing our sensory systems and sensory processing skills in utero (that is, before we are even born). There are 8...

Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

What are Primitive Reflexes? Why Are They Important for Development?

What are primitive reflexes? Primitive reflexes are involuntary motor responses to sensory stimulation that originate in the brainstem....

Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

Why Obstacle Courses are Beneficial for Development and How to Create Them

What is an obstacle course? An obstacle course is a series of challenging physical obstacles that are negotiated to achieve a particular...

Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

4 Ways to Encourage Self-Help Independence

Self-help skills are important for our little ones to work on to increase their independence and success in their everyday activities....

Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

Supporting Children with Sensory Processing Difficulty During the Holidays

The holidays can be such a special and exciting time for many! But for children with sensory processing difficulties it can be stressful,...

Lyndsey Ryburn, MOT, OTR/L

5 Daily Activities to Support Fine Motor Development

Fine motor skills are a compilation of strength, control, and coordination utilizing the smaller muscles of the fingers and hands. These...