Promoting Communication in Littles

What do occupational therapists have to do with communication development? Body/motor capacities - such as the ability to coordinate body to signify intention and the ability to imitate movement - set the stage for all language development.
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When a baby imitates or returns her caregivers smile or eye gaze, she is learning the back and forth dance involved in all communication.
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Focusing on imitating movements with your Littles - silly face games, watching each other’s facial expressions, pointing to things in the environment - is the perfect way to encourage a broad range of foundational communication skills.
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Sometimes, it really is that simple. ✨