Koi Wellness with Aya Porté
Join empowered parents and caretakers of children and teens, confidently practicing my proven strategies for ease and enjoyment at home, school, and beyond. The Koi Wellness newsletter provides tools to achieve confidence and self-reliance for your children, so they can finally feel the relief that comes from being understood.
🪧Signs, Impact, and Next Steps 🪜: Primitive Reflexes
Hello Reader! I hope you’re doing well! In our last newsletter, we explored the basics of primitive reflexes and why their integration is so crucial for your child’s development. For example, when someone is trying to get your attention and they gently tap you on the shoulder. If you were not expecting to be touched, this touch may naturally startle you. Or maybe, you’re in the library reading a book and someone drops a book and it makes a loud noise. You may be startled by this unexpected...
🔑 Ready to Unlock Your Child’s Potential? Primitive Reflexes
Hello Reader! Have you ever wondered what's behind those small, automatic movements your baby makes? From their first startled reaction to their tiny fingers gripping your hand—these are more than just adorable moments. They’re part of a complex process that plays a crucial role in your child's early development. In our latest blog post, "Why Primitive Reflexes Matter for Your Child’s Growth," we explore the fascinating world of primitive reflexes—those automatic responses that start...
Flashback to 2020: What Has Changed in 4 Years?
Hello Reader! Welcome back to the Koi Wellness newsletter! Thanks for your support and for watching and listening to my interview with Lance E. Lee on his podcast. Today, I’m excited to share highlights from a special moment back in 2020 when I was featured on the Tokyo Alumni podcast. Revisiting My Journey into Occupational Therapy My journey into occupational therapy began with a pivotal conversation in 2007 with a high school counselor at the American School in Japan (ASIJ). This set me on...
❓Your Top Eval Questions Answered Cont. 🤨
Hey Reader! Welcome back to the Koi Wellness newsletter! In this second installment of our series, I’ll be addressing more of the top questions I receive from parents and guardians about their child's OT evaluation journey. My goal is to empower parents and children by providing clear, thorough, and supportive information. How Can I Support My Child During the Evaluation Process? Preparing your child is key. Explain the evaluation in age-appropriate language and reassure them it's designed to...
❓Top 5 OT Evaluation Questions Answered 🤨
Hey Reader! Today, I’ll be sharing some of the most frequently asked questions I receive from parents and guardians before their child’s first OT evaluation. Understanding your child's unique strengths and challenges is crucial for their growth and development, and OT evaluations provide valuable insights. These evaluations help identify how your child processes sensory information, their motor skills, and any underlying performance differences impacting their daily activities. Common...
From Personal Experience to Professional Passion
Hello Reader! Are you ready to kick off July? I hope you're doing well and ready for another dose of insight. Today, I’ll share some highlights from my recent podcast appearance, a heartfelt conversation with Lance on the Lance E. Lee Podcast in Tokyo. You can watch or listen to the highlights below (2mins) and read the full blog post here. Click here for the full podcast! I am excited to share this milestone with you, especially as I prepare for some more adventures over the next few...
The Parent’s Guide to Decoding Sensory Processing
Hey Reader! Are you ready to unravel the mysteries behind your child's behaviors and uncover the secrets of sensory processing? Join me as we explore the often misunderstood world of sensory challenges and discover how understanding can transform your parenting experience. Navigating the Sensory Maze: Where to Start In our latest blog post, "Decoding Sensory Processing: A Parent's Guide," I break down the fundamentals of sensory processing and explore common signs your child might be...
Ready to Unlock Your Child’s Potential? A Child-Led Approach
Hey Reader! Are you ready to incorporate a child-led approach into your home routine? In our last newsletter, we learned what a child-led approach to therapy is and how it can empower your child. If you missed it, you can read the blog here and share the newsletter blast here. Today, we’ll further explore the power of child-led therapy sessions and how you can apply these empowering strategies at home to foster independence, confidence, and intrinsic motivation in your child. Understanding...
How Do You Approach Nos with Your Child?
Hey Reader! I hope you're doing well and ready for another dose of insight. Today, I’ll share some highlights from our newest blog post, Understanding & Empowering Therapy: Child-Led Approaches, which features our bonus resource: Conventional Approaches to a Child’s ‘No’s’ and Aya’s Child-Led Approach. What Is a Child-Led Approach? It's about letting children express themselves, showcasing their abilities, and revealing their interests. By tapping into these insights, I tailor interventions...
From ABCs to OTs: A Parent's Handbook… for Choosing the Best Care Provider
Hi Reader, I hope you're doing well and ready for another dose of insight as we kick off May. Today, I’ll share some highlights from our newest blog post, Navigating the Acronyms: A Parent’s Handbook for Choosing the Best Provider, as well as some bonus insider tips. From ABCs to OTs: Decoding it All Ever feel overwhelmed by the alphabet soup of pediatric therapists? From OTs to STs, navigating the world of pediatric healthcare can be like cracking a complex code. But I’m here to help you...
Join empowered parents and caretakers of children and teens, confidently practicing my proven strategies for ease and enjoyment at home, school, and beyond. The Koi Wellness newsletter provides tools to achieve confidence and self-reliance for your children, so they can finally feel the relief that comes from being understood.