Butterfly Paediatric Therapy

Screen Time: What Parents Should Know

Muataz — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:10:50 +0000

Why Does Screen Time Matter? Here is a list of screen time facts from the Canadian Paediatric Society: Nearly all children in Canada are exposed to screens by the age of 2 >75% of Canadian children aged 3-4 do not meet the standard screen time guidelines of <1h/day Average parent-reported screen time for kids under ... Read more

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Bridging Worlds: Gestalt Language Processing Meets AAC

Muataz — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:18:43 +0000

GLP meets AAC After we’ve identified the client’s strengths by understanding why they communicate, existing language repertoire and predominant stages, it is important to see how the AAC can fit into the Gestalt Language Processing (GLP) world. Consider these questions to see if your GLP child’s AAC system is the right match! “Are there concerns ... Read more

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Is Your Child a Mouth Breather? Here’s Why it Matters

Muataz — Sat, 18 Apr 2026 10:10:10 +0000

What are the Implications of Mouth Breathing? The growth and development of a child’s face and oral structures are greatly influenced by the tongue and lips. When a child breathes through their nose, the lips remain closed, and the tongue rests high against the roof of the mouth (palate). This positioning helps form the shape ... Read more

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The “Other” Way of Learning Language – Gestalt Language Processing

Muataz — Thu, 16 Apr 2026 21:46:20 +0000

What is Gestalt Language Processing? Gestalt language processing is a natural way some children acquire language by learning it in whole “chunks,” often called gestalts or scripts. These chunks are meaningful phrases that are closely connected to emotional or sensory experiences. When we typically describe how babies develop language, we talk about a sequence of ... Read more

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Toe Walking in Children: What’s Normal and When to Get Support

Muataz — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:44:54 +0000

Why Do Some Children Walk on Their Toes? Toe walking can happen for a few different reasons. Retained habit of walking on their toes when they are first learning to walk. Tight calf muscles. Sensory reasons – they get a lot of sensory input from being on their toes, but also avoid sensory input on ... Read more

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A Volunteer’s Perspective on Play in Occupational Therapy

Muataz — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 21:04:14 +0000

Why Play is Used in Occupational Therapy OTs use play therapy because it reflects how children naturally learn, explore, and communicate. During sessions, OTs utilize play as the child’s “primary occupation,” recognizing it as essential to participating in daily activities. It helps develop specific skills such as coordination, social interaction, and fine motor skills. By ... Read more

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Neck Tightness and Movement Preferences in Infants (Torticollis Explained)

Muataz — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 21:34:41 +0000

What Is Torticollis? Torticollis happens when a main neck muscle, called the sternocleidomastoid (SCM), becomes tight or shortened. This muscle controls head tilt and rotation. When one side is tight, your baby’s head may tilt toward that side and rotate to the opposite side. In infants, torticollis is often called congenital muscular torticollis or positional ... Read more

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Understanding Flat Head Syndrome in Infants and How Physiotherapy Helps

Muataz — Wed, 11 Feb 2026 18:06:57 +0000

What is Plagiocephaly? Plagiocephaly, often called “flat head syndrome,” is a very common condition in babies where a portion of their head becomes flat or misshapen. Because a newborn’s skull is soft and pliable, constant pressure on one part of the head—usually from lying in the same position—can cause it to flatten. The Safe to ... Read more

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When Will My Child Talk?

Muataz — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 23:30:16 +0000

Does Being Bilingual or Multilingual Cause Speech Delays? No it does not. This is one of the biggest myths in early language development. Children can successfully learn two or more languages without causing speech or language delays. Bilingual children may: Use fewer words in each language at first Mix languages in the same sentence Prefer ... Read more

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Paediatric vs Adult Therapy: Key Differences Explained

Muataz — Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:51:40 +0000

Paediatric Therapy vs Adult Therapy: A Developmental Approach When people think of speech therapy, occupational therapy, or physiotherapy, they often imagine structured exercises in a quiet room. While this is often effective for adults, children require a different, developmentally informed approach. Paediatric therapy focuses on: Adult therapy typically focuses on rehabilitation, compensation, or recovery ... Read more

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