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For many people, eating is a simple, enjoyable part of daily life. But for others, food can feel overwhelming—physically, emotionally, and sensory-wise. Sensory challenges at mealtimes are more common than many realize and can significantly affect a person’s relationship with food. Understanding sensory overload at mealtimes helps shift the conversation away from blame or “picky […]
Toilet training is a major developmental milestone and every child reaches it at their own pace. While some children adapt quickly, others may need more support with body awareness, routines, or motor skills. Pediatric occupational therapy can play a key role by helping children build the skills necessary for successful and confident toilet training. Whether your child […]
When a child is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), many parents have questions and concerns—especially about communication. Every child wants to express their needs, feelings, and ideas, but children with autism often need extra support to do so. This is where speech therapy for children with autism plays an essential role. Understanding autism spectrum […]
Gross motor skills play a crucial role in a child’s physical development and daily functioning. These skills involve the large muscle groups that allow children to sit, stand, walk, run, jump, climb, and participate confidently in play, school, and community activities. When gross motor skills are delayed or underdeveloped, children may struggle with balance, coordination, endurance, and confidence. Pediatric […]
Fine motor skills are essential for nearly every part of a child’s daily life—from writing and colouring to buttoning clothing, using utensils, tying shoelaces, and participating in classroom activities. When children struggle with fine motor skills, tasks that seem simple for their peers can feel frustrating and overwhelming. Pediatric occupational therapy plays a crucial role […]
When a child has difficulty with speech, parents often wonder what might be causing it. One topic that comes up frequently in pediatric speech therapy is tongue tie, also known as ankyloglossia. While tongue tie does not affect every child’s speech, it can play a role in how clearly some children produce sounds. Understanding the […]
Apraxia of speech is a motor speech disorder that makes it difficult for children to plan, coordinate, and produce the movements needed for clear speech. Even when a child knows what they want to say, the message from their brain to their mouth does not connect smoothly which leads to unclear words, inconsistent speech, or […]
For many children, play is more than just fun—it is the foundation of how they learn, explore, and make sense of the world around them. At Swift Health, our speech-language pathologist (SLP) uses play-based therapy to support children in developing essential communication skills in a natural, engaging, and child-friendly way. Play-based speech therapy focuses on […]
At Swift Health, we know that receiving an autism diagnosis for your child can bring a mix of emotions — relief, questions, and hope. As you begin exploring treatment options, one term you’ll likely encounter is BCBA, or Board Certified Behaviour Analyst. But what exactly does a BCBA do, and how can they help your […]
Why Occupational Therapists? Occupational therapists play a crucial role in enhancing feeding therapy. Occupational Therapists have the education, knowledge and skills necessary for the evaluation and intervention with feeding, eating and swallowing problems. Occupational therapy practitioners are uniquely positioned to assess and treat difficulties associated with feeding, eating, and swallowing because of the profession’s holistic perspective […]