Kid Connections Therapy Services LLC

11/02/2026

The holiday season has entered the chat… and so has the toddler who only wants the blue cup.

If your holiday plans include negotiating over a cup, packing three backup snacks, and explaining why we do not lick the shopping cart, you are in good company.

Parenting is a lot. You do not have to get every moment right to help your child grow.

If you are looking for a great straw cup for littles to start, we do like this one. It comes in blue too, keep that kid happy at all the holiday festivities. Great for teaching straw drinking, easy to clean, handles too!

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10/28/2026

Feeding therapy is about SO much more than taking a bite!

Look at this little guy working hard while having a great time!

During feeding therapy, we can work on following directions, exploring new foods, trying new food groups, taking bites when appropriate, and using liquid washes to help clear the mouth between bites.

And guess what? We can do all of that while listening to favorite music, playing with toys, and making mealtime a positive experience!

Every child brings their own needs to the table. Our therapists use individualized strategies to support feeding skills, increase food acceptance, and help children build confidence with new foods and textures.

Because progress isn't just about what's on the plate. It's about the skills, experiences, and confidence we're building along the way.

At Kid Connections Therapy Services, we meet children where they are and help them take the next step, one bite and one new experience at a time.

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10/26/2026

Pumpkin spice and EVERYTHING nice!

Who knew a little pumpkin playdough could create SO many opportunities for communication?

At Kid Connections, we love turning simple fall activities into meaningful speech and language practice.

While playing with our homemade scented pumpkin playdough, children can practice:
Labeling: Pumpkin, eyes, nose, mouth, stem, orange, squishy!
Requesting: “More playdough,” “I want eyes,” “Give me the nose,” or “Help me!”
AAC communication: Children who use augmentative and alternative communication can use their communication systems to make choices, request materials, label body parts, and share their ideas.
Following directions: “Put the nose on,” “Find the eyes,” or “Roll the dough.”
Describing: Soft, sticky, round, big, little, and so much more!

And the best part? There is no need to get everything right. We follow the child's lead, model language, and make communication FUN.

Want to make your own pumpkin playdough at home? Try our simple DIY recipe below!

Ingredients

- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup salt
- 2 teaspoons cream of tartar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 to 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 3/4 cup water
- Orange food coloring

Directions
1. Mix the flour, salt, cream of tartar, and spices in a saucepan.
2. Add the oil, water, and orange food coloring.
3. Stir over medium-low heat for 3–5 minutes until the mixture forms a ball.
4. Let it cool completely, then knead until smooth.
5. Add pumpkin shaped cutters, playdough tools, and picture symbols or AAC devices for a fun communication activity.

Safety note: This recipe is for supervised sensory play, not eating. It contains a large amount of salt and may contain irritating spices. Use spice-free playdough if needed, keep it away from mouths, and store it in an airtight container.

At Kid Connections Therapy Services, we believe everyday play creates extraordinary opportunities for communication.

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10/24/2026

It's not just story time. It's language, connection, and big feelings!

When we read a book with a child, we have an opportunity to do SO much more than turn the pages.
“What do you think she is feeling?”
“Why is he sad?”
“What makes YOU feel happy?”
Reading stories about emotions helps children build the language they need to understand themselves and connect with others.

At Kid Connections, we use books to help children practice:

Naming emotions: Happy, sad, mad, scared, excited, worried.
Understanding facial expressions: What clues tell us how someone might feel?
Answering questions: Who is upset? What happened? Why might they feel that way?
Expressing their own feelings: Giving children words, pictures, gestures, or AAC options to communicate what's happening inside.
Building empathy: Recognizing that other people have feelings, too.

And remember, there is no need to quiz your child through every page! Pause, wonder together, model the words, and let the conversation grow naturally.

Sometimes the most important language we teach isn't about what we see. It's about helping children communicate what they FEEL.
Because understanding feelings is part of understanding one another.

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10/21/2026

First time on a horse. And judging by that face, he was taking his new cowboy responsibilities VERY seriously!

What looks like a sweet little moment is actually packed with opportunities for learning!

Speech Therapy? Oh, we’re working!

* Following simple directions
* Building receptive and expressive language
* Joint attention and social interaction
* Encouraging sounds, gestures, and communication
* Learning new vocabulary and concepts

Occupational Therapy? Absolutely!

* Sensory exploration and processing
* Body awareness and positioning
* Tactile experiences
* Visual attention and tracking
* Emotional regulation
* Building confidence through new experiences

And let’s not forget SAFETY!

Every child has unique abilities and needs. For this little cowboy, that meant continuous hands-on support, careful positioning, a calm horse, and trusted adults right beside him.

Because sometimes the biggest milestones happen in the smallest moments.

And sometimes therapy doesn’t look like therapy at all.

Sometimes it looks like a tiny cowboy with a VERY serious face, a patient horse, and a whole lot of people cheering him on.

Big experiences. Little learners. Meaningful connections.

That’s what Connecting Hearts is all about!

10/21/2026

10/21/2026

Come be apart of something amazing!
Come hang with some super cool kids!
Come see that staff can be loved well!
Come create your own schedule!
Come have freedom in the workplace!
Come join our team!

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10/19/2026

New space!
Room for new people!

Come check us out!!

Kid Connections is growing, and we are looking for passionate PTs, OTs, and SLPs to join our team in Columbia, Lexington, and surrounding communities.

10/18/2026

Did you know our new website has a page dedicated to resources for therapists and parents? Check it out! We are always updating it too!

"Megan was my son's speech and feeding therapyst and I couldn't say enough good things about her!" The mom then messaged me about getting back on Megan's schedule!

10/15/2026

Tiny hands, big music, and SO much language development!

Who knew a little guitar, a few silly songs, and some good ole nursery rhymes could do so much for growing brains?!

At Kid Connections Therapy Services, we LOVE incorporating music into speech and language therapy! And while our little musicians may not be ready for the Grand Ole Opry just yet, they are certainly learning some pretty important skills!

Did you know that singing nursery rhymes and familiar songs helps children develop:

Speech Sounds: Repetition and rhythm help children practice sounds, syllables, and word patterns.

Vocabulary: Songs introduce new words and reinforce familiar ones in fun, meaningful ways.

Memory & Sequencing: Remembering lyrics and anticipating what comes next builds important language and cognitive skills.

Phonological Awareness: Rhyming, syllables, and sound patterns lay the foundation for early literacy and reading.

Social Communication: Taking turns, imitating actions, and singing together encourage interaction and connection.

Listening Skills: Music encourages attention, auditory discrimination, and following directions.

And here’s the BEST part!

You don’t need fancy toys, expensive programs, or even a good singing voice. (Trust us, your kids don’t care if you’re off-key!)

Just sing. Be silly. Repeat those nursery rhymes for the 437th time. Add hand motions. Pause and let your child fill in the missing word.

Because sometimes the simplest activities create the biggest opportunities for learning.

So go ahead, sing Wheels on the Bus one more time. Your child’s speech therapist approves!

And if you need us, we’ll be over here developing communication skills, one slightly off-key concert at a time!

Kid Connections Therapy Services
Helping little voices grow, one connection at a time.