Newsletter Archives

February 2024 - Handwriting and Headrighting—Are They Related?
Explore an example of how multiple reflexes work together to provide the foundation for optimal development.

July 2023 - Help for Sleep Issues!
Parents often find that high-activity summers coupled with late sunsets leave their children amped up and definitely not ready for sleep when bedtime comes around. Of course, sleep can pose a challenge regardless of the time of year and regardless of age. Fortunately, rhythmic movements can help. Find out how.

June 2023 - We Got This Wrong — Breaking Out of the Prison of Silence
Have you ever heard the terms "nonverbal" and "intellectual disability" used to describe certain autistic individuals and other nonspeakers? Find out why these labels are innaccurate and get insight and resources for understanding this issue more deeply.

May 2023 - Mental Health Resources
Neurodevelopmental movements can be highly effective for reducing anxiety and promoting emotional regulation. This newsletter offers an index of resources and case studies for mental health professionals.

April 2023 #2 - New Evidence eBook + Toe Walking Video
Our free new Evidence eBook connects the dots with peer-reviewed research and a solid rationale for using infant rhythmic and reflex movements to help with ADHD, sensory disorders, anxiety, gross and fine motor delays, learning, regulation, and much more. Plus, see the videos showing movements to help toe walking -- all in a school setting.

April 2023 #1 - The Ins and Outs of Toe Walking
Research linking the Tonic Labyrinthine Reflex to toe walking.

March 2023 - The sensory-anxiety connection: How innate movements can help both
Insight on how anxiety, sensory issues, and retained primitive reflexes are connected.

February 2023 - Vision Doctor on Rhythmic Movements + Research about Visual Processing Issues
Learn about the relationship between unintegrated reflexes and visual processing issues, about infant rhythmic movements and how they can affect vision, and what the research reveals about it all

January 2023 -  How Compensations Can Alert Us to Developmental Issues
Learn when quirky mannerisms might actually be indicators of developmental challenges.

December 2022 -  Explore More: How Important are Fine Motor Skills?
For anyone who struggles with fine motor skills, the innate rhythmic and reflex integration movements are simple yet powerful tools to help.

November 2022 -  Explore More: Nurturing Neurodevelopment with these Resources
Excellent tools for deepening our understanding about why movement matters so much for growing children.

October 2022 -  "ADHD Decision Paralysis" story, Research, and Resources
Read a powerful story from a mom with ADHD, and get a ton of resources for information and help with ADHD.

September 2022 -  "Proud Momma, Full of Tears" as Son's Speech Blossoms
Get inspiration from one of our students -- a mom and physical therapy assistant -- who saw great results for her son using the tools she learned in the Brain and Sensory Foundations First Level course.

August  2022 -  Resources for Back-to-School
Whether you are a parent or a professional serving parents and children, you'll find these research articles, videos, and case studies useful and inspiring.

July 2022 -  Movement intervention "A matter of urgency" for behavior challenges
Check out this well-designed research linking lack of innate infant movements with emotional immaturity and behavior challenges in children. Plus, read several case studies showing how using innate movements can result in profound improvements in emotional regulation and well-being.

June 2022 -  Resources for You!
Here are some articles with great visuals and that explain the 'why' behind the transformative power of neurodevelopmental movements.

May 2022 -  Exciting News--Tools and CE Credit for Mental Health Therapists!
Neurodevelopmental movements can make a profound difference for mental health challenges like anxiety, ADHD, depression, trauma, OCD, reactive attachment disorder (RAD), and more. Because of that, the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC) has recognized the Brain and Sensory Foundations, First Level training. Find out more!

April 2022 -  Research on Effectiveness of Primitive Reflex Integration
This research demonstrates that primitive reflex movements are effective for children with learning difficulties and associated challenges such as: lack of concentration, weak emotion control, weak motor development, abnormal muscle tension, and weak motor coordination. Get the full study.

March 2022 -  Autism "Almost Not Noticeable", Plus Research
Imagine being 57 years old, struggling all through life with autism, and now the symptoms are "almost not noticeable" to family members. In this newsletter, you will find this story, more striking case studies, and research on autism as it relates to sensory-motor issues.

February 2022 - "It's Hard to Believe" Progress for Children with CP
See how children with CP can gain more core strength and postural stability by doing these simple and enjoyable rhythmic movements.

January 2022 - Research, ASD, Abnormal Gait, and Social Skills
Explore the possible link between abnormal gait and Autism, and how rhythmic movements and reflex integration can make a huge difference.

December 2021 - Get the Latest Research
Research
continues to surface supporting the link between ADHD symptoms and unintegrated primitive reflexes.

October 2021 - Help Relieve Physical and Emotional Pain
Pain can be life-changing when we take up the call-to-action and find new ways of being.

September 2021 - Research Worth Sharing!
Researchers analyzed the movements of pre-term babies and followed up when the children were 8 years old. Find out what they discovered.

August 2021 - Research, Plus Two Stories
Two
stories, both involving a one-week time frame and super positive results for the children involved. Plus research showing that retained primitive reflexes are associated with motor function challenges in healthy preschool children.

July 2021 - Bladder and Bowel Issues, plus overcoming ADHD symptoms
Did you know that working with the Spinal Galant reflex may help with sensory challenges, fidgeting, bed-wetting, and irritable bowel issues?

June 2021 - When a Sensory Diet Is Not Enough
Learn how the sensory and motor systems work together in a wholistic way, and how innate movements provide the optimal foundation for sensory processing.

May 2021 - Can Neuro-movements Help with Anxiety?
Witness how neurodevelopmental movements helped individuals turn around major stress and anxiety.

April 2021 - One-minute Video; Game changer
Check out this impressive video showing "Before and After" transformation and huge leaps in reading scores.

March 2021 - Research: Are Sensory Disorders Connected to Primitive Reflex Issues?
Learn about research showing that immature primitive reflexes are strongly associated with sensory disorders, plus case studies demonstrating the transformative power of innate reflex movements to help overcome sensory issues.

February 2021 - See this PT's Video results! Outstanding Before and After Changes
A 20-month-old goes from scooting only to walking. Check out the brilliant work of a physical therapist's use of rhythmic movements and innate reflex integration to change this child's future in a big way.

January 2021 - Parents and Teacher are Amazed
When Gabriel was young and just diagnosed with PDD, his mother was told there was no hope for him and that he should be put in an institution. See how innate rhythmic and reflex integration movements made a difference.

December 2020 - "ADD is a manifestation, not a diagnosis"
Get a free downloadable chart showing the benefits of using innate neuro-movements, rather than central stimulant medication, to help overcome symptoms of ADD/ADHD.

November 2020 - Primitive Reflexes and Elderly Concerns
Research and resources helpful when working with seniors.

October 2020, NEW! Updated and Expanded Case Studies by Category
This index now has 100 unique case studies -- ALL from students of the Brain and Sensory Foundations course

September 2020, Help for Trauma/Fear
Tools for releasing anxiety and boosting our ability to function.

August 2020, NEW! Reflexes Chart
Check out this Chart of Primitive and Postural Reflexes -- a checklist of the Possible Long-Term Effects of 22 Infant Reflexes.

July 2020, How Do Innate Movements Work?
Supporting research and articles to clarify why and how innate movements are so powerful.

June 2020, Rehabilitation Stories
Case studies highlighting how rhythmic movements and innate reflex integration have helped individuals in recovering from trauma and/or injury.

May 2020, Linking motor control with other important skills
Research showing how poor motor control is linked to challenges with many other skills; plus, information on the free Autism Recovery Summit 4.

April 2020, Newsletter #2 - Huge Improvement in Self-Regulation; the Importance of Grieving
Moving from grief to rejoicing; a case study showing amazing improvement in self-regulation, the ability to control anxiety, and improvement in fine-motor skills; and resources showing the importance of rest.

April 2020, Newsletter #1 - Can movements help overcome ADHD?
Read several case studies to see how ADHD symptoms can be greatly reduced and even eliminated by doing brain-changing movements on a regular basis. In addition, you'll get an article showing supporting research and rationale for how improving sensory-motor skills can lead to more brain maturity and the dissolving of ADHD symptoms.

February 2020, Inspiration to Move
Information on the benefits of making room for more movement in your life; plus read a case study illustrating how rhythmic and primitive reflex movements made a big difference in a little girl’s ability to focus.

January 2020, The Effect of Movement on Cognitive Performance
Research showing that walking boosts cognitive performance for students in all grades, elementary through college.

December 2019, Why Infant Movements Can Help with Speech Challenges
Three reasons why we so often see that "language explodes" for children who receive innate rhythmic and primitive reflex movements. Plus, read a case study where not only did language skills and focus improve, but aggression decreased.

October 2019, Newsletter #2 - Heartwarming Case Study, 11 year old boy
Read about an 11 year old boy getting involved in his own progress and delighting his parents and therapist.

October 2019, Newsletter #1 - Help for Handwriting!
Thoughts on helpful approaches to improving handwriting. 

September 2019, Play Today! CEUs for Massage Therapists
See a video showing Original Play, and great news for massage therapists who are interested in the Brain and Sensory Foundations First Level course.

August 2019, Can Movements Help with THIS?
Access our Cast Studies by Category to see the most common ways neurodevelopment movements are providing tremendous transformation on so many levels.

June 2019, Bringing Reflex Integration to Our Schools
Link to Sonia’s discussion with Jayson Davies on the OT School House podcast. Sonia shares her thoughts about the profound change that innate rhythmic and reflex movements make for students who are struggling with behavior, learning, anxiety, and ADLs.

May 2019, Drawing Improves in One Session of Integrated Movement
A ten-year-old boy with a history of difficulty with hand-writing, drawing and pencil grasp improves in one session. This case study discusses the movements the OT chose and why.

April 2019, Case Sudy Shows Amazing Before-and-After Improvement
Read about how neurodevmental movements changed the life of a 20-year-old man.

March 2019, Do neurodevelopmental movements work when there is no parent involvement?
Plus Kelli M, OTR/L, helps a boy with cerebral palsy develop pincer grasp and better gait, and a 70-year-old woman bedridden for 6 months because of severe motion sickness.

February 2019, Can Movements Help with Speech Challenges?
Research and a case study showing how motor development is associated with language development.

January 2019, Help with Behavior Issues
Inspiration for the new year, a discount for the online course Pain-Free Living with Natural Posture, and a free presentation from Sonia Story.

October 2018, PT Shares 3 Case Studies
See a video discussing help for Torticollis, developmental delay, and Cerebral Palsy.

September 2018, Handwriting Issues? Read this!
A 4-year-old girl shows marked improvement in handwriting, and lowered anxiety levels.

August 2018, Torticollis: Astounding Change in 13 Days
See photos showing how tools from the Brain and Sensory Foundations, Second Level course helped an infant with Torticollis. Plus, read a case study showing how Rhythmic Movements and Reflex Integration helped a formerly shy 6th-grade girl to blossom and move beyond her need for an IEP.

May 2018, Boy’s Fears Clear with Movement
See a mother's testimonial that neurodevelopmental movements helped ease her son's fears. Plus, read research on the connections between motor, speech impairment AND social impairment in Autism Spectrum Disorders. 

April 2018, Overcoming ADHD Symptoms
Read Dr. Blomberg's case study, "ADHD Diagnosis Cancelled”. Plus, get recent research on Primitive Reflexes and ADHD and ASD.

February 2018, Neuro-movements Help with Reading!
See how a student's reading scores improved over the course of a school year when neuro-movements were used. Plus -- if you missed it in last month's issue -- read a white paper supporting the use of neurodevelopmental movement in OT practice.

January 2018, Supporting Evidence for OTs
Read engaging research, spanning decades, that supports the use of neurodevelopmental movement in occupational therapy practice.

December 2017, Letter Describing an OT “Miracle Story”
Read testimonials from Sonia's inbox.

October 2017, FREE Webinar Replay
See a 40-minute presentation: "Reflex Integration, Inside Out"

August, 2017, Before and After Video
A video clip shows remarkable reduction in tactile sensitivity after integration of the Spinal Perez reflex.

July 2017, Teacher Shares: "Secret to Student Success"
See a video interview with 2nd-grade teacher Anne Nguyen Pham.

May 2017, Happy Mom! See Photo
See the results from a mom who helped her son with tools from the Brain and Sensory Foundations online course.

April 2017, Research Confirms What You May Already Know!
A longitudinal study links low muscle tone in infancy with Autistic traits.

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