Emily and Jamie introduce guest Sarah McKinnon (@southieot), a friend and Occupational Therapist. They talk about Sarah as Jamie’s vacation buddy, and share their personal insights on the dynamics of going on vacation with friends, emphasizing the value of finding the right travel companion. They discuss Sarah’s role as a healthcare provider, specifically in her role on Nurture, providing education and live coaching calls to members. 

In Jamie, Emily, and Sarah’s conversation, they discuss pediatric occupational therapy (OT) and its role in helping children and families develop essential skills for everyday activities. Sarah emphasizes that Occupational Therapists work with children on various developmental aspects, including sensory processing, cognition, and motor skills, to facilitate their engagement in play, learning, and self-care tasks. Furthermore, Sarah, Emily, and Jamie discuss the differences between OT, physical therapy, and speech-language pathology, underscoring the holistic approach of occupational therapy in addressing a wide range of developmental needs. Sarah emphasizes the importance of early intervention and highlights signs that may indicate a need for OT support. Additionally, McKinnon offers tips on facilitating tummy time, shares information about Southie OT's services, including in-person and virtual consultations, and encourages listeners to visit their website or Instagram for more information and resources. 

In this week’s Q&A segment, Jamie and Emily discuss the challenge of when kids should be able to wipe themselves after potty training. They emphasize that every child is different and acknowledge that independence in this task varies and may require patience. 

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