Visual supports can be a game-changer for kids at home, in the classroom, and in therapy. From calendars and visual timers to emotion charts and AAC devices, these tools provide structure, reduce anxiety, and build independence.

In this episode, we cover:

• The different types of visual supports and schedules you can use

• How visuals help with transitions, routines, and emotional regulation

• Creative ways to use timers, checklists, and visual cues in daily life

• Why consistency and modeling matter when introducing visuals

• Our favorite programs and tools for teaching kids about emotions and self-regulation

Thanks for listening 🩷 Share this with another parent or therapist who could use more tools for smoother transitions and calmer routines!

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Harkla Digital Courses

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Zones of Regulation

https://zonesofregulation.com/

Superflex Curriculum

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BrainWorks Program

https://sensationalbrain.com/brainworks/

Gifts of Joy Visuals

https://shopgiftsofjoy.com/

Solo Boto Toys – Emotional Baggage
https://solobotoys.com/

Starting out in pediatrics can feel overwhelming and it’s easy to fall into some common traps. In this episode, we’re sharing the top 5 mistakes new pediatric therapists make (yes, we made them too!) and how to avoid burnout while still giving your clients the best support possible.

We cover:

• Why staying on top of continuing education is essential

• The danger of passive treatment sessions

• How to involve families for better carryover

• Why a bottom-up approach matters in pediatrics

• The importance of setting boundaries and self-care

Thanks for listening 🩷 If you’re a new grad or new to pediatrics, let us know which tip resonated most with you!

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Teachers and therapists often see students struggling with focus, posture, handwriting, or behavior but the root cause might not be what you think. Retained primitive reflexes can have a huge impact in the classroom. 📚

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• What primitive reflexes are and why they matter

• How retained reflexes show up in school settings

• Simple classroom strategies to support students

• Why movement breaks and alternative seating make a difference

Thanks for tuning in 🩷 If this episode was helpful, share it with a teacher or therapist who could use these strategies!

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Pyramid of Learning

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/1380/9417/files/Freebie-_Pyramid_of_Learning.pdf?v=1758648557

Tessa’s Interview

https://harkla.co/blogs/podcast/369-unlocking-classroom-success-with-reflex-integration-with-dr-tessa-grigg

Sensory Activity Cards

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Sensory Dice

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Sensory Sticks

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Classroom Course

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Primitive Reflex Course
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Is your child refusing sensory play you know would help them? You’re not alone — and it doesn’t always mean they’re being “defiant.” 💡

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why kids say “no” to sensory activities

• How rapport & co-regulation make a difference

• When hunger, sleep, or illness affect behavior

• Simple ways to modify activities so kids succeed

Thanks for listening 🩷 We’re so glad you’re here and can’t wait to hang out with you again next week! 🌈

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Sensory Diet Digital Course

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Feeding challenges in infancy can feel overwhelming especially when solids are hard, weight gain is a concern, or oral motor skills seem delayed. In this episode, we respond to a real-life question from a parent about their 10-month-old struggling with solids and tongue movement.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why core and trunk strength impact oral motor development

• The importance of ruling out tongue ties, torticollis, or delayed milestones

• Play-based strategies to support oral motor skills outside the high chair

• Helpful tools like the Z-Vibe, bite blocks, and vibrating teethers

• When to seek out additional support from an SLP, IBCLC, or pediatric specialist

Thanks for listening 🩷 Share this episode with a parent or therapist who is supporting an infant with feeding challenges!

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Z Vibe

https://www.arktherapeutic.com/arks-z-vibe-vibrating-oral-motor-tool/

Myo Munchee

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Bite Blocks

https://www.arktherapeutic.com/ark-bite-blocks-for-jaw-grading-stability/

Vibrating Teether

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NUK Brush

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Early Intervention Blueprint Digital Course

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Reddit Thread Question

https://www.reddit.com/r/slp/comments/1m8zlsl/baby_struggling_with_solids/

The transition from fall into the holiday season can feel overwhelming for both parents and sensory kids. Between weather changes, shorter days, holiday stress, and immune system struggles, it’s no wonder regulation gets harder this time of year.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why meltdowns and anxiety increase in fall and winter

• How weather, daylight, and school routines affect regulation

• The impact of rigid thinking with clothing changes

• Simple strategies to reduce stress and support sensory kids

• Immune-boosting ideas and cozy after-school routines that actually help
  

Thanks for listening 🩷 Share this episode with a parent or teacher who could use some fall regulation tips!

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Harkla Digital Courses

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Sensory Diet Digital Course

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Primitive Reflex Digital Course https://harkla.co/products/primitive-reflexes-course

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In this episode, we break down the difference between low core strength and a retained Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR), a primitive reflex that plays a huge role in posture, coordination, and motor development. Whether you’re a parent, therapist, or educator, this episode will give you the tools to better understand and support the children in your life.

What You'll Learn in This Episode

• Why primitive reflexes matter for movement, attention, and emotional regulation

• The Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex (TLR): what it is, how it develops, and what happens if it doesn’t integrate

• Signs of low core strength vs. signs of a retained TLR during the Superman position

• How muscle tone challenges connect to reflexes

• Practical strategies to assess and address both core weakness and retained reflexes

• Tips for parents and professionals to create fun, consistent, and effective routines

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Harkla Digital Courses

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Muscle Tone vs. Muscle Strength

https://harkla.co/blogs/podcast/108-muscle-tone-vs-muscle-strength

Research Article - The Relationship Between Primitive Reflexes and Motor Proficiency

https://brieflands.com/articles/jmcl-158078.pdf

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