Sensory Kids Iowa

06/19/2026

When summer rolls around, some kids’ nervous systems might suddenly start searching for input where they used to have it during the school year.

So this is your sign to get outside and soak up that sun 😉☀️

05/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming our new Speech Therapist to Sensory Kids!

“My name is Lizabeth Devereux. I attended the University of Northern Iowa. Outside of work, I love spending time with my husband, Isaac, and our two labs, Waylon and Honey. I enjoy reading/listening to audiobooks, fishing, and kayaking. I love the outdoors! I look forward to meeting families and clients within the next couple weeks!”

05/06/2026

04/24/2026

Last OT myth of the week 👇

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙🌈

Myth: OT is just fine motor
Fact: OT helps kids participate in the things that matter most in daily life

Helping kids thrive in a sensory world ✨

04/23/2026

“It’s just play”… but actually 👇

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙🌈

Myth: It’s “just” play
Fact: Play builds skills for real life

Play builds brains 🌈✨

04/22/2026

Sometimes it’s not “just behavior” 👀

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙🌈

Myth: It’s just behavior
Fact: There’s often a sensory or nervous system need underneath

We look deeper to support meaningful change ✨

04/21/2026

This is something we hear all the time 👇

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙🌈

Myth: Kids just need to try harder
Fact: When the nervous system is supported, kids can engage and succeed

Regulation comes before expectation ✨

04/20/2026

Let’s start with one of the most common OT myths we hear 👇

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙🌈

Myth: OT is just handwriting
Fact: OT supports play, regulation, movement, feeding, and daily life skills

Follow along this week as we share a few common OT myths and what OT really looks like ✨

04/17/2026

Happy Occupational Therapy Month 💙

We believe in participation over perfection, supporting regulation, and building skills through meaningful play 🌈

Helping kids feel safe, engaged, and successful in their daily life ✨