About Skidamarink Kids
Transforming childhoods through connection—one milestone at a time
We Empower Parents to Support Their Child's Development—Proactively, Not Reactively
Whether you’re navigating the fourth trimester, encouraging new skills in your toddler, or concerned about delays and searching for answers—you’ve come to the right place.
Modern parenting comes with challenges previous generations never faced. Children are experiencing developmental delays, sensory sensitivities, and behavioral struggles at unprecedented rates—and parents are feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to find trustworthy guidance.
“If you’ve ever wondered ‘Am I doing enough to help my child?’—you’re not alone. It is normal to for parent to wrestle with the fear of failure. As well, as worry their child won’t grow into a happy, healthy, well-adjusted adult. It is easy to question whether today’s struggles will shape their future. These fears are real, and they can be exhausting.”
What we believe: When you understand how your child’s brain and body are designed to develop, you can support them proactively—building strong foundations before challenges arise and addressing concerns early when they do occur. You don’t have to figure this out alone or wonder if you’re doing it right.
We provide holistic child development resources combining evidence-based pediatric therapy strategies with practical solutions. We teach you to address root causes—not just manage symptoms—so your whole family can thrive.
Our Mission: Empowering Parents to Act Early
At Skidamarink Kids, we help you support your child’s development before delays occur—giving you the knowledge and tools to build strong foundations from day one.
When developmental concerns arise, we help you:
- Recognize the signs early so you can act rather than wait and worry
- Understand what they mean and why they’re happening
- Know when to seek professional help and how to find it
- Provide meaningful support at home alongside any therapy your child receives
We address all areas of holistic child development—motor skills, communication, feeding, child behavior support, sensory processing, and emotional regulation—from a comprehensive occupational therapy and speech therapy perspective.
Our goal? To be your trusted partner from the fourth trimester through early school age, whether your child is thriving or facing special needs.
Meet the Team: Therapists Who Truly Get It
We’re not just experts—we’re parents who’ve walked this path. We know what it’s like to worry about development, navigate public meltdowns, feel overwhelmed by conflicting advice, and search desperately for answers that work in real life.
That’s why we create resources that are both evidence-based and genuinely practical—tools we wish we’d had when our own children were little.
Our team includes pediatric occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and child development specialists with decades of combined clinical experience and personal understanding of raising children with special needs
How We're Different: A Brain-Based, Holistic Approach
Most parenting advice focuses on behavior modification—getting kids to comply through rewards or consequences. But when children’s brains and nervous systems aren’t developmentally ready, or when underlying developmental delays haven’t been addressed, no amount of discipline creates lasting change.
Neurological Foundations First
We focus on primitive reflexes, brain balance, and foundational development that most resources overlook. When these building blocks are solid, both behavior and developmental skills naturally improve—helping prevent delays and addressing root causes when challenges arise.
Root Causes, Not Just Symptoms
Whether you’re dealing with challenging behaviors, developmental delays, feeding struggles, or sensory sensitivities—we teach you why these challenges happen and how to support underlying needs. Understanding the “why” transforms how you respond and helps you know when additional professional support is needed.
Connection-Based Strategies
Our approach emphasizes building cooperation through positive methods that strengthen your relationship—no punishment, shame, or power struggles. When children feel connected and understood, they’re better able to learn and grow.
Faith-Centered Perspective
We honor God’s beautiful design for families—where parents are equipped to nurture, guide, and support their children’s development through intentional connection, joyful play, and purposeful interaction. While we welcome families of all backgrounds, we recognize that faith provides a powerful foundation for the patience, hope, and grace needed in parenting.
When you support your child’s nervous system and developmental foundations, everything else falls into place—better regulation, improved behavior, stronger skills, and deeper family connection.
What We Offer
Free Expert Resources
Our growing blog library provides practical developmental support for parents and child behavior support:
- Motor development and movement-based learning
- Communication, language, and speech milestones
- Feeding challenges and picky eating solutions
- Sensory processing and regulation strategies
- Positive discipline and emotional support
- Brain balance and primitive reflex integration
Each article offers activities you can start today plus guidance on when professional support might help. Explore our blog →
Tantrum Tamer App
Transform daily struggles into opportunities for growth and connection. Our app helps families move from constant battles to calmer, more cooperative routines:
- Reduces power struggles with visual schedules and transition support that prevent meltdowns
- Builds self-regulation skills through interactive calming activities and guided breathing
- Supports emotional development with age-appropriate tools for recognizing and managing big feelings
- Decreases daily stress for the whole family—less nagging, fewer battles, more connection
Parents report smoother mornings, easier bedtimes, and more peaceful family time.
Educational YouTube Channel
We’re just getting started with video content! Subscribe now to be notified when we launch demonstrations on primitive reflexes, developmental milestones, and practical home strategies.
Parent Education Courses (Coming Soon)
In-depth training on brain-based holistic child development for families ready to dive deeper into understanding and supporting their child’s growth.
Who We Serve
New Parents – Want to give your baby the best developmental start? We show you how everyday moments naturally build skills when approached intentionally.
Concerned Parents – Worried about delays or challenging behaviors? Our resources help you understand what’s happening, act early, and know what steps to take next.
Families with Special Needs – We provide practical home strategies that complement professional therapies for children with sensory processing challenges, autism, ADHD, speech delays, or other developmental differences.
Educators & Therapists – Looking for evidence-based resources to share with families? Our materials bridge clinical recommendations and everyday implementation.
The Heart Behind Our Name
“Skidamarink” comes from a playful song Kendra sings with her patients—it never fails to bring smiles! Singing face-to-face while using gestures creates powerful developmental benefits: building working memory and imitation skills, strengthening eye contact and social engagement, supporting motor planning, regulating emotions, and creating meaningful connection through joyful interaction.
You don’t need a perfect voice (Kendra certainly doesn’t have one!). What matters is the intentional, face-to-face connection that transforms ordinary moments into development-boosting experiences.
That’s our philosophy: Supporting holistic child development through connection, play, and purposeful interaction—exactly how families are designed to thrive together.
Your Partner in This Journey
We understand that raising kids can feel overwhelming. Some days are hard. Some seasons are really hard. But you don’t have to figure this out alone.
Every child deserves to thrive. Every parent deserves support, clarity, and hope.
Whether you’re navigating unexpected challenges, feeling stuck despite trying everything, or simply wanting to deepen your understanding of child development—we’re here to walk alongside you.
Let’s work together to raise confident, capable kids through connection and brain-based strategies.
Ready to Get Started?
Visit Our Home Page – Learn more about our approach and offerings
Explore Our Blog – Discover practical guidance on feeding, behavior, sensory processing, motor skills, and more
Download Tantrum Tamer – Get immediate support for daily routines and challenging behaviors
Meet Our Team – Read our personal stories and credentials
Subscribe to Our Newsletter – Receive exclusive tips and new resources delivered to your inbox
Contact Us – Questions? We’re here to help you find the right support for your family
Transforming childhoods through connection—one milestone at a time.
