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Meet Ashley David, Special Instructor
As a special instructor, Ashley David specializes in language skills, cognitive development, and social skills.

Amy Miller
Mar 252 min read
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Meet Savanna Major, Occupational Therapist
Occupational Therapist Savanna Major shares how her passion for working with kids led her to join Happy Hearts after passing her boards.

Amy Miller
Feb 202 min read
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Meet Jen Ruth, Occupational Therapist
Occupational therapist Jen Ruth describes herself as a child at heart, with a love for helping kids play and develop necessary skills.

Amy Miller
Jan 172 min read
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Meet Brittany Hartlove, Special Instructor
Special Instructor Brittany Hartlove has a background in special ed and a heart for working with toddlers and helping them grow and develop.

Amy Miller
Jan 32 min read
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Meet Amy Chase, Early Intervention Special Instructor
Amy Chase was once a K-5 teacher, and is now an early intervention special instructor helping kids with play and early language skills.

Amy Miller
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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Meet Bethany Kibiger
When Bethany Kibiger's son had a speech delay, she learned firsthand the benefits of early intervention. Now she's a special instructor.

Amy Miller
Oct 15, 20244 min read
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Meet Sarah Collins
Meet Sarah Collins, early intervention speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and discover her heart for kids, teaching, and nature.

Amy Miller
Sep 20, 20243 min read
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Meet Gwen Stokes
Meet Gwen Stokes, special instructor for Happy Hearts, and discover how her love for early learning drew her to early intervention.

Amy Miller
Aug 24, 20242 min read
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Meet Johnna Spotts
Meet Johnna Spotts, speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and find out how she's inspired by the early intervention coaching model.

Amy Miller
Jul 19, 20243 min read
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Meet Kerry Herb
Meet Kerry Herb, speech therapist for Happy Hearts, and discover why she went into early intervention.

Amy Miller
Jun 25, 20243 min read
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Meet Jess Tofany
Meet Jess Tofany, founder of Happy Hearts, to discover what drew her to work with children with special needs.

Amy Miller
May 22, 20243 min read
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Strategies to Help Children with Behavior Issues
Every child tests limits as they learn, explore, and develop autonomy. These strategies can help teach more appropriate behaviors.

Amy Miller
Apr 26, 20245 min read
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Strategies to Help Children With Sensory Processing Difficulties
Children may be affected by several Sensory Processing Disorders. Here are 5 common sensory situations and potential solutions.

Amy Miller
Mar 29, 20244 min read
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Simple Feeding Strategies for Picky Eaters
If your child is a picky eater who limits themselves to certain foods, try these strategies to help them expand their palate.

Amy Miller
Feb 23, 20243 min read
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Simple Strategies to Help Children With Hearing Loss Learn to Listen
These five simple early intervention strategies may help children who are hard of hearing but using hearing aids learn to listen.

Amy Miller
Jan 21, 20243 min read
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Simple Strategies to Help Children with Speech Development
These five common early intervention strategies may be recommended for children with speech delays or difficulties.

Amy Miller
Dec 18, 20233 min read
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The Best Toys to Give Your Child This Holiday Season
Buying toys for your child can be overwhelming, with endless options and often high price tags. But the good news is that when it comes...

Amy Miller
Nov 6, 20235 min read
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How Parents are Involved in Early Intervention Services
Early intervention is a team effort that involves your entire family, especially parents or other caregivers.

Amy Miller
Sep 30, 20234 min read
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How Special Instructors Help Children Who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
If your child is deaf or hard of hearing, special instruction is available to help promote listening, language, and communication.

Amy Miller
Sep 8, 20233 min read
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Possible Signs That Your Child Might Need Behavior Intervention
If you child is persistently engaging in challenging behaviors, they may benefit from early intervention behavior services.

Amy Miller
Aug 11, 20233 min read
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