Pediatric Therapy Corner: Self-Help

21st July, 2021

23 July 2021, Newsletter, OT, PT, SLP, Tip or Resource

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This past week we looked at Self-Help skills during our developmental playgroups. Here is a brief overview of some of the things discussed. We will provide more detail in coming weeks!

Birth- 4 months:

Express the need for food by crying
Signal the need for diaper changes
Express pleasure when placed in warm water (bathing)
Will eventually begin to help by using their own hands to guide the nipple

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