All Things Early InterventionChristine Bellew loves teaching children, playing music and having fun. Her goal is to use playful teaching strategies to make doing hard things as fun as possible for parents and children of all abilities.
Christine and her husband Josh have three children that have provided loads of adventures. Their family has opened their home to serve as foster parents to children with special needs which adds to the adventure.
With a Master’s degree in Early Intervention, Christine started her career providing Early Intervention services as a Special Instructor and Service Coordinator.
Most recently Christine has branched out to teaching piano using creative teaching methods to serve children with a variety of learning needs. Music brings her and her students joy when she makes the learning fun and engaging.
Outside of work Christine enjoys watching Parks and Rec, doing puzzles and reorganizing her piano music.
Now, the research on compression as a therapeutic tool is a bit mixed results. Some professionals swear by it, while others are less convinced. But, as we often say when we are sleep deprived and desperate, “It couldn’t hurt to try, right?” And boy, were we glad we did! It was awesome.
Non-profit organizations can be a source of support for families with special needs. Teach familiar how to evaluate a site’s trustworthiness so that they can make informed decisions. Remind parents that they are their child’s best advocate, and critical thinking is their most powerful tool.
What do you base your professional knowledge on? For me and this blog, I’m committed to everything I share coming from a blend two types of resources—personal stories and credible sources—to ensure every post is both genuine and supported by evidence.
We’re not here to give medical advice. We’re here to give parents the tools to seek the best medical advice.
As parents and professionals, we know how important it is to keep our little ones comfortable. And sometimes, it’s the little things, like a working nasal aspirator, that make a big difference.
March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day, a day to celebrate diversity and inclusion by wearing mismatched, patterned socks, sparking conversations and raising awareness.
Whether you’re a parent, a professional, or both, like me, I hope you’ll find our experiences helpful. Everyone’s journey is unique, and I am here to offer encouragement.
February 27 is National Strawberry Day! I had planned to share my “Pete the Cat and His White Shoes” early intervention learning activities, complete with some fun strawberry-themed ideas. And I still will, but something unexpected happened and I got a little sidetracked.
This activity is more than just fun; it’s a powerful tool for promoting joint attention, fostering creativity, and building fine motor strength. It’s a simple concept that can be modified to meet the unique needs of each child.
Allowing children to use safe knives is more than just a fun activity. It’s an opportunity for them to develop skills and explore their senses. By encouraging their involvement in food preparation, we’re creating enriching sensory experiences that will benefit them for years to come.
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