Thrive Therapy Solutions

10/12/2026

📣Something BIG has been taking shape behind the scenes, and I’m so excited to finally give you a glimpse! 🌿

Over the past year, I completed my functional medicine practitioner certification and have been exploring practical, meaningful ways to use this training to support individuals and families.

Now, I’m thrilled to share that a new functional medicine and wellness business is officially underway! As a sister company to Thrive Therapy Solutions, it will expand the ways we can support you and your loved ones.

After more than 25 years in occupational therapy, I’m passionate about helping people—especially busy mamas and their families—better understand their health, explore potential root causes, and feel their best in everyday life.

There are still a few exciting details to reveal, including the business name and logo. I can’t wait to share what we’ve been creating and introduce you to this next chapter! ✨

Follow along so you don’t miss the big reveal—and be among the first to discover what’s coming next! 💚🥰

09/05/2026

🌙 Better sleep starts with the whole family! 😴💤

It’s Day 5 of our 5-Day Sleep Series, and we’re wrapping things up with practical tips you can start using TONIGHT!

Because good sleep isn’t just important for kids. When everyone sleeps better, mornings can feel easier, emotions are easier to manage, attention improves, and the whole household tends to function a little better. ❤️

Our final graphic shares Tips for Better Sleep for the Whole Family—small changes that can make a BIG difference over time.

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And if you missed Days 1–4, scroll back through our page and catch up on the entire series.

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09/03/2026

😴 Is your child going to bed at the right time?

Sleep Series: Day 4 of 5 🌙

When it comes to kids and sleep, bedtime isn’t one-size-fits-all! Age, wake-up time, daily routines, and how much sleep your child needs all play a role.

And sometimes, an earlier bedtime can make a bigger difference than we realize—especially when mornings are rushed, kids are struggling to wake up, or afternoons and evenings are filled with big emotions and tired behaviors.

💡 Check out today’s post: What Should Bedtime Be?

Then ask yourself: Is my child getting enough sleep before that morning alarm goes off? ⏰

👉 Follow Thrive Therapy Solutions so you don’t miss Day 5, when we wrap up our 5-Day Sleep Series!

09/02/2026

😴 Sleep Series: Day 3 of 5!

Sleep matters—a lot, especially for growing kids! 💤

Follow along for the rest of our 5-Day Sleep Series as we share helpful information about why quality sleep is so important for kids’ development, behavior, learning, and overall well-being. 🌙✨

09/01/2026

⁉️How many hours of sleep does your child need? How many do you need to perform optimally? Here’s some guidance. Follow along this week for more information about the importance of and supports for good sleep. 💤

08/30/2026

📣Day 1 of 5 on SLEEP!

👀Follow along this week to learn more!

08/19/2026

💦 Therapy + Play = Progress! 💙

Aqua therapy is such a fun way to work on BIG skills through meaningful play! In the water, we can target:

💪 Strength & core stability
🤸 Balance, coordination & body awareness
🖐️ Fine motor and visual-motor skills
🧠 Motor planning & confidence
😊 Sensory regulation — all while having FUN!

At Thrive Therapy Solutions, we love taking therapy beyond four walls and into natural environments where kids can move, explore, play, and build skills that carry over into everyday life.

Because sometimes the best therapy doesn’t look like therapy at all. 💦☀️

📍 Pediatric OT in home & community settings
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🌐 www.thrivetherapymo.com
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08/15/2026

08/12/2026

📚 BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS FOR PARENTS ✏️🍎

Back-to-school season can be exciting…and also a LOT. New schedules, earlier mornings, homework, activities, lunches, and big emotions can make the transition challenging for the whole family.

A few simple things can make those first weeks a little smoother:

⏰ Start the routine now. Move bedtime and wake-up time toward the school schedule—even 15–20 minutes at a time helps.

👕 Prep the night before. Clothes out, backpacks packed, shoes located, water bottles ready. Fewer morning decisions = less morning chaos.

🥪 Keep lunches simple. A protein + fruit/veggie + carb + favorite snack is perfectly fine. It doesn’t have to be Pinterest-worthy!

📋 Create a “landing zone.” Pick one spot for backpacks, shoes, lunchboxes, permission slips, and anything that needs to leave the house tomorrow.

🗓️ Use a visual schedule. Kids often do better when they can see what’s coming next. Pictures work great for younger kids; a simple written checklist works for older kids.

💛 Expect some after-school decompression. Kids work HARD all day. Hunger, tears, irritability, silliness, or needing to be alone may simply mean, “I’ve held it together all day and I’m done.” Snack first. Questions later.

🌳 Build in movement. A few minutes outside, jumping, swinging, walking, biking, or heavy work after school can help kids regulate before tackling homework.

🌈 And for our kids who need a little extra support…

Transitions can be especially difficult for children with ADHD, autism, sensory differences, anxiety, developmental delays, communication differences, or other unique needs.

❤️ Practice before the first day. Drive the school route, visit the playground, look at pictures of the teacher/classroom, or practice the morning routine.

🎧 Plan for sensory needs. Comfortable clothes, seamless socks, preferred foods, headphones, fidgets, movement breaks, or a quiet space can make a BIG difference.

🧠 Reduce demands after school. Your child may have used every ounce of regulation they had to navigate the school day. Home can be their safe place to recover.

🗣️ Share what works with the school team. You know your child incredibly well. Let teachers and therapists know what helps them communicate, regulate, transition, and feel successful.

⭐ Focus on connection before perfection. The goal isn’t a flawless first week. It’s helping your child feel safe, supported, and confident as they adjust.

And remember, every child deserves to feel like they belong at school exactly as they are. 💛

Here’s to a wonderful school year filled with growth, connection, learning, and plenty of grace for our kids and ourselves. 🍎✏️📚

— Thrive Therapy Solutions
Helping children thrive in the places they live, learn & play.