Rebecca Devereaux, CI’s very own Family Support Liaison is on the Podcast this month! Through her work Rebecca has gained extensive knowledge about the wonderful resources and organizations in Dane and Marathon Counties which she discusses in the episode. If you’re curious about what’s available in our community including, parent support groups, alternative therapies or adult transition resources this episode is for you!

Highlighted Resources

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On this month's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast, Dr. Margaret Fitts, clinical psychologist, returns to discuss psychological testing for kids. Dr. Fitts describes what psychological testing is, what the process entails and who may be a good candidate. If you're interested in gaining insight into the testing process and getting answers to many related frequently asked questions, you won't want to miss this episode!

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Physical therapist, George Nunn joins us on the podcast to discuss toe walking in kids. George brings his expertise and the latest research insights on the topic. We’ll explore what toe walking is, some of the potential causes behind it, how it can impact a child’s development, and most importantly, how physical therapists can help. You won’t want to miss this episode full of insights and practical advice.

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The holiday season is fast approaching, which means many families are gearing up for travel! CI's very own OT Hannah Henrickson and Speech-Pathologist Rachel Triller are on the podcast today and we’re diving into practical tips to make your holiday travels smoother. Tune in for some of our favorite ideas to get the kiddos prepared for travel, sensory strategies and toy recommendations. We hope these ideas make the journey and holiday season more enjoyable for everyone!

Resources mentioned in today's episode:

Alaska Airlines "Fly For All" App

TSA Cares Program

Books:

Epic! Scaredy Monster Rides a Plane

Curious George Takes a Trip

Maisy Goes on a Plane

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While Halloween is a spooktacular time of year that can be fun and exciting, it also brings plenty of challenges for many. The CI East Middleton Team is on the podcast to share some strategies that can help the holiday go smoother for you and your child!

For even more suggestions, check out our blog "Halloween Tips and Tricks".

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On this month's episode of The CI Therapies Podcast we're diving in to discuss all things risky play with Ashley Verbick, COTA/L. This episode will cover the benefits of risky play and share ideas for how to successfully support and facilitate it as kids explore their world.

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On today’s episode, Stacy Haunfelder, COTA, joins us to explore some of our favorite strategies and tools for preparing not just your child, but your entire family for the transition back to school. Stacy shares practical recommendations to implement in the weeks leading up to the first day, along with strategies that will support your family throughout the entire school year.

We hope you’ll discover helpful insights that fit your family’s needs and wish everyone returning to school a happy and successful year!

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We've invited Samantha (Sam) Haas with Playful Acorns to join us for this month's episode of the podcast to discuss getting kids and families outdoors all year long! As part of our discussion, Sam will share some ideas for outdoor play that are easy to implement with little to no extra equipment or toys as well as some of the benefits of being outside. We'll also learn more about Sam's story and why she started playful acorns, a local organization where kids and caregivers gather and grow.

Here at CI we know that children learn best through play, and we hope this episode inspires families to explore play outdoors all year long!

Additional Resources

Playful Acorns Website

Lussier Family Heritage Center

Hike and Heal Wellness

Monona Public Library Nature Playgroup

University of Wisconsin-Madison Arboretum

National Institute for Play

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