Debbie's Blog
Goodbye Sippy Cups, Hello Straw Cup!
Posted by Rachel Lynn, SLP, Amber Michelle, PT, and Amanda Rae, OT on 13th Feb 2025
Learning to drink from a straw is a developmental milestone that can support a child's oral motor skills, providing key benefits for feeding, swallowing, and even the muscles that help produce speech.
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10 Essential Tips for Skilled Oral Motor Therapy: Expert Considerations
Posted by Stephanie Feero, MS, CCC-SLP on 13th Nov 2024
Oral motor intervention can be a valuable tool in speech and feeding therapy, but it requires a skilled, systematic approach to support proper orofacial function and development. If you are interes
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Learn How Oral Motor Whistles Can Support Your Child's Development
Posted by Rachel Lynn, SLP, Amber Michelle, PT, and Amanda Rae, OT on 10th Sep 2024
Hey there, parents and caregivers! If you're looking for a simple tool that can make a big difference in your child's development, let us introduce you to the
ARK Flute Whistle. This little
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10 Favorite Z-Vibe Tips for Oral Motor Therapy
7th Aug 2024
Are you looking for a well-rounded set of
Z-Vibe® tips for your oral motor therapy exercises?
The
Tip Kit is a collection of 10 versatile Z-Vibe tips that can be used to wor
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14 Discreet Chew Toys for Teens and Adults
23rd May 2024
Are you looking for safe,
discreet outlets to chew on? Then you’ve come to the right place! ARK has been making chewies for over 20 years with a wide range of chewable
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