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Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to define and manage your emotions, as well as the emotions of others. Processes such as empathy and motivation go right along with emotional intelligence. It is very important to identify ways to help children understand and use emotional identification and regulation in their everyday lives.

Having strategies, or coping skills, in place to help learn ways to deal with big feelings, unexpected changes in routines, and being in uncomfortable or new and unfamiliar situations can help children learn the tools they need to be successful with managing their emotions and solving problems.  

All behaviors serve a purpose. Through their behavior, children are communicating something to us, and it is our job to figure out what that is.

While cold weather days are great for staying cozy with the family indoors, sometimes children can get restless and often need a break away from the usual routine of playing with toys or watching tv. If you are looking for new ways to keep your children engaged and entertained, check out our list of indoor winter activities! 

The holidays are a time to get together with loved ones, share in special moments, and create memories.  Many factors should be considered when...

Little Spurs Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics is excited to come into the community and offer developmental testing to children 0-21 years of age.

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and with the holidays approaching we will be spending more time in the kitchen. Here are a few tips we can teach our kids to keep them safe during this busy holiday season, help them try new foods, and make sure we are providing them with the best tools for a healthy lifestyle!

In keeping Halloween safe and fun for all children, let’s discuss some tips and tricks and how careful planning ahead can help your child with Autism enjoy and stay safe this season. We want to try to create a fun Halloween for ALL children. Keep in mind - we may need to adjust how we approach the holiday! 

October is a month of awareness and advocacy for a variety of developmental disabilities, including ADHD, Down Syndrome, Dyslexia, and Sensory Processing Disorder. Let’s take a look at each one of these developmental diagnoses and how families can support children who are diagnosed with each of these can be not only well informed but provided the best support for their children!  

How to Support Learning for Neurodiverse Children  Did You Know? Approximately one in six children from the ages of 3 years old to 17...