Author: Little Brains Big Steps
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Diving into the Visual System in Developing Children: A Series on the Eight Sensory
Summary Occupational therapist Franchesca Cox and speech-language pathologist Megan Williams, both based in Houston, Texas, discuss pediatric therapy on their podcast Little Brain’s Big Steps. They explore topics like the vestibular system, its role in balance, spatial awareness, and movement coordination, and its connection to other sensory systems. They highlight research showing vestibular dysfunction is… Read more
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All About the Vestibular System in Children: A Series on the Eight Sensory Systems
Summary Occupational therapist Franchesca Cox and speech-language pathologist Megan Williams, both based in Houston, Texas, discuss pediatric therapy on their podcast Little Brain’s Big Steps. They explore topics like the vestibular system, its role in balance, spatial awareness, and movement coordination, and its connection to other sensory systems. They highlight research showing vestibular dysfunction is… Read more
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Exploring Proprioception in Children: A Series on the Eight Sensory Systems
Summary In this episode, Megan Williams and Franchesca Cox delve into the two main categories of proprioceptive processing in children. They discuss children with hypersensitive proprioceptive systems, who avoid movement and struggle with postural control, and those with under-responsive systems, who seek out intense physical activity and have difficulty with body awareness. The conversation highlights… Read more
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Seating and Positioning for Children with Special Needs: An Interview with Testa Seat
Summary This podcast episode of Little Brains Big Steps features hosts Franchesca Cox, an occupational therapist, and Megan Williams, a speech-language pathologist, discussing the importance of seating and positioning for children with developmental delays. They welcome industrial designer Alex Geht, the creator of the Testa Seat, a customizable and versatile seating solution for children with… Read more
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Exploring DMI Therapy, TheraSuit program, TASES and more with Franchesca Cox
Summary In this episode of “Little Brains Big Steps,” host Megan Williams interviews Franchesca Cox, an expert in pediatric motor development, to explore various therapeutic approaches for children. Franchesca shares her journey into pediatric therapy, highlighting her passion for movement-based interventions that promote independence and mobility. The discussion delves into several key therapies: Franchesca emphasizes… Read more
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All About MNRI Therapy, and Unique Feeding Approaches with Megan Williams
Summary Little Brains, Big Steps Podcast – Episode 4 In this episode, host Franchesca interviews her co-host, Megan Williams, about her expertise in MNRI (Masgutova Neurosensorimotor Reflex Integration), reflex integration, and feeding therapy. Megan shares her journey into pediatric therapy, how she became an MNRI core specialist, and her passion for the brain-body connection in… Read more
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The Power of Neuroplasticity in Children – Part 2
In this conversation, Megan Williams, a speech language pathologist, discusses the concept of neuroplasticity and its significance in therapy for children facing various challenges. She emphasizes the importance of tailored therapy techniques, real-life success stories, and the role of families in supporting neuroplasticity at home. The discussion also addresses common myths surrounding neuroplasticity and the… Read more
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The Power of Neuroplasticity in Children – Part 1
Keywords neuroplasticity, therapy, children, early intervention, DMI, MNRI, TheraSuit, sensory processing, brain recovery, reflex integration Summary In this conversation, Franchesca Cox and Megan Williams delve into the concept of neuroplasticity and its significance in therapy for children facing various challenges. They discuss how neuroplasticity allows the brain to reorganize itself and adapt after injuries, emphasizing… Read more
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Welcome to the Little Brains, Big Steps Podcast – Our First Episode
Summary In this engaging podcast episode, Franchesca Cox and Megan Williams share their personal journeys into the therapy world, discussing their experiences with various therapy techniques, the importance of family education, and the challenges faced in the field. They emphasize the significance of understanding reflexes in therapy, the impact of insurance on treatment options, and… Read more