Childhood Anxiety has Many Disguises Childhood anxiety often masks itself within other emotions. Especially during times of stress or tension,...
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The Benefits of Play Pods and Small Groups for Preschoolers & Kids
The benefits of play pods and small groups for preschoolers and kids include improving a child’s chance of success in school...
Pandemic Parenting – the Struggle is Real but there is Help!
Pandemic Parenting Pandemic parenting is resulting in parental burnout at alarming rates. Balancing the safety of your family, working from...
What is DIR Floortime and How Does it Help?
“What is DIR Floortime?” is often one of the first questions new families at Amy Zier and Associates ask when...
5 Study Tips for Going Back to School During a Pandemic
Study tips for going back to school vary based on if students are returning to a traditional classroom with new...
Feeding Therapy with Karen Dilfer at AZ+A
Feeding Therapy at AZ+A is important for children who have a complicated relationship with food. Picky eaters. Anxious Eaters. Worried...
Sleep and How it Affects Development from Infancy to Adolescence
Sleep and how it affects development from infancy to adolescence is a topic that fascinates sleep researchers. Good sleep habits...
Anti-Racism Resources and Conversations with Kids
Anti-racism resources and conversations with kids has been a hot topic during the past several weeks. The occupational therapists at AZ+A...
Preparing for Back to School during “Cautious” Summer Fun
Preparing for back to school!?! Why are we bringing this up NOW when we’ve only just begun to enjoy a little summer...
Online Occupational Therapy – Surprising News for Parents & OTs
Online occupational therapy is no longer a futuristic concept. As with many other things, (working from home, virtual classrooms, curbside...
Are Your Kids Having Too Much Screen Time?
It‘s difficult to monitor screen time anytime but especially tough during a pandemic. Online learning, teletherapy, and normal video games...
How to Sign Up for Telehealth Occupational Therapy
Telehealth for Pediatric Occupational Therapy AZ+A is committed to supporting families during the COVID19 pandemic. We continue to see clients...