About The Kids- Early Intervention Services, Inc

04/10/2026

I LOVE this!

CHALK GALAXY ART ✨🌿
A simple idea with the most magical results…

Using black card, chalk and a few child-friendly hammers, children can explore colour, texture and creativity in a completely different way! 🎨🔨

⚠️ Remember your goggles. 🥽

Smash your little pieces of chalk and watch as the colours blend into beautiful galaxy-style artwork. 🌌

A fun way to use up the chalk stubs.

Give it a go!
Love Amy x x

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04/10/2026

When you leave the room, your toddler’s brain can react like you disappeared, not just stepped away. At this age, object permanence is still developing. That means if they cannot see you, their brain struggles to hold onto the idea that you still exist. Sight becomes their main proof of safety, so losing that visual connection can trigger an immediate stress response.

Their body releases stress signals within seconds. Heart rate rises, and they may cry or cling when you return. This is not behavior to control, it is a developing brain trying to feel safe again. Over time, repeated safe returns help build trust and reduce this reaction.

Make exits predictable. Say you will be back, keep it short, and return calmly. You are not creating clinginess. You are teaching their brain that separation is safe and temporary.

04/10/2026

Why are sensory Fidgets Important?

What benefits would you add to this list?

Better concentration
Calming
Improved learning
Skill development
Decreases anxiety
Increased focus
Releases extra energy
Self-regulation
Supports engagement
Sensory input
Emotional regulation
Mindfulness
Increased productivity

Our website has tons of resources, activities and information to help you while parenting a child with Sensory Processing Disorder.

sensoryprocessingdisorderparentsupport.com

04/10/2026

Raise your hand if you knew this!

Why Babies Don’t Have Kneecaps

Some facts about development are surprising, but meaningful.

Babies are born without fully formed kneecaps. These bones gradually develop as they grow, usually between ages 3 and 5. What looks like a small anatomical detail actually supports mobility, flexibility, and growth in the early years. The soft cartilage allows infants to crawl, toddle, and explore safely before the bones fully ossify.

It’s a reminder that growth is a process, not a finished product. What may seem fragile or incomplete is actually perfectly designed for the stage they’re in. Sometimes noticing these details shifts perspective: development isn’t about rushing progress, it’s about honoring the pace at which children’s bodies and brains are built to grow.

04/02/2026

"A child in Spring is the purest reminder that life is meant to grow and bloom"

03/03/2026

Celebrate WDSD with us!
Invite your family and friends to join as well!

World Down Syndrome Day 3/21
Celebrate at Johns Incredible Pizza
Pay Upon Entry
$22.99 3yrs old and older
Includes
All you can eat buffet,
25 game credits
2 rides
Buffet Only $18.99
Space is limited.
Register at www.dsfrc.org

03/03/2026

So smart with the warm weather coming up!

03/03/2026

Bedtime reading changes the brain in ways most parents never hear about. When fathers read, language pathways activate differently and vocabulary growth speeds up. When mothers read, the child’s stress system settles and emotional tension decreases. Each parent offers a separate advantage that works together over time.

Researchers note that story routines support attention, memory formation and emotional regulation. The predictability of a book at night gives the brain a clear pattern to follow, making transitions easier. Families often notice calmer evenings and better cooperation when reading becomes consistent. These effects do not require long sessions. Short, reliable moments have far more impact than occasional long ones. A few minutes of shared attention shape neural pathways that support learning and self control.

Five minutes with a book reshapes development in a measurable way.

03/03/2026

We can't forget how important rest time is.

For young children, sleep is not optional. It is a critical part of brain development and emotional balance. When a toddler misses a nap, the impact goes deeper than simple tiredness.

During the early years, the brain is still learning how to regulate stress hormones like cortisol. Without enough rest, cortisol levels can remain elevated. This keeps the nervous system alert and reactive, even when the body needs calm.

Parents often notice more meltdowns, clinginess, or sudden mood shifts after a skipped nap. These reactions are not bad behavior. They are signs of a brain that has not yet developed full self regulation. Until around age four, children rely heavily on sleep to reset their system.

Midday rest gives the brain a chance to recover, process experiences, and lower stress levels. It supports memory, emotional control, and overall growth. Even quiet time can help if full sleep does not happen.

Understanding this can shift how caregivers respond. Instead of frustration, empathy becomes easier. Protecting nap time is not about strict schedules. It is about supporting a developing brain that still needs structured rest to function calmly and safely.

02/26/2026