Reflex Integration Through Play

Kokeb McDonald, OTR/L
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Welcome to the Reflex Integration Through Play (RITP) Podcast, your go-to resource for empowering therapists, educators, and parents with effective strategies to support children’s development. This podcast bridges the gap between science and play, offering actionable tools to create measurable, trackable, and repeatable treatment plans that make a real difference.

  1. How to Track Your Child's Progress & Communicate With Therapists At-Home Programs | Ep 45

    12/28/2025

    How to Track Your Child's Progress & Communicate With Therapists At-Home Programs | Ep 45

    In this episode, we wrap up the 'Creating an At-Home Program' series by focusing on the importance of tracking progress and maintaining effective communication with your therapist. 🧠 Discover simple ways to monitor your child’s growth, record progress, and maintain communication with therapists. Learn how tracking and collaboration strengthen outcomes in your reflex integration journey.Tune in for practical tips on enhancing your child's development through effective, engaging, and fun home exercises. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Visual Feedback and Communication 00:32 Welcome to the Final Episode 00:40 Tracking Progress and Effective Communication 01:35 Simple Record Keeping 01:59 Using Visual Tools for Motivation 02:28 Recording Videos for Growth 03:48 Sharing Updates with Your Therapist 04:57 Celebrating Progress and Building Confidence 05:21 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts 05:58 Resources and Encouragement 06:13 Closing Remarks 🎯 Resources Mentioned: http://ritp.info/family📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ⁠r⁠⁠itp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn about the RITP 3-Day Intensive http://ritp.info/3-dayLearn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: https://www.integratingreflexes.com/blog/

    8 min
  2. Tailoring an At-Home Program to Fit Your Child's Unique Needs | Ep 44

    12/21/2025

    Tailoring an At-Home Program to Fit Your Child's Unique Needs | Ep 44

    In this episode, we explore step six of the 'Create an At Home Program' series, focusing on tailoring your child's home exercise program to their unique needs and preferences. Emphasizing brief, focused activities over prolonged, frustrating sessions, we provide actionable advice on breaking down tasks, using rhythmic tools like a metronome, and incorporating creativity and play. 🧠 Every child is unique. Learn how to customize exercises to your child’s interests, abilities, and learning style. Discover how play-based movement can make therapy enjoyable and more effective at home.Tune in for practical tips on enhancing your child's development through effective, engaging, and fun home exercises. Timestamps 00:00 Focused Activities vs. Frustration00:29 Introduction to Step Six: Tailoring the Program00:46 Understanding Your Child's Unique Needs01:48 Personalizing Your Child's Home Program01:54 Breaking Down Instructions02:34 Using Rhythm and Metronomes03:22 Shortening and Simplifying Exercises04:01 Making Exercises Playful04:56 Celebrating Small Wins06:01 Adapting Based on Response06:59 Key Takeaways and Flexibility08:07 Resources and Tools in the RITP App08:49 Preview of Final Episode: Tracking Progress09:03 Final Encouragement and Conclusion 🎯 Resources Mentioned:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ⁠r⁠⁠itp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn about the RITP 3-Day Intensive http://ritp.info/3-dayLearn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: https://www.integratingreflexes.com/blog/

    9 min
  3. How to Build Consistency and Routine in Your Child’s At-Home Reflex Integration Program | Ep 43

    12/14/2025

    How to Build Consistency and Routine in Your Child’s At-Home Reflex Integration Program | Ep 43

    In this episode, we dive into step five of the 'Create an At-Home Program' series, emphasizing the crucial role of consistency for lasting progress. The episode explores practical strategies like substituting activities, integrating exercises into daily routines, keeping sessions short, and establishing predictable structures. 🧠 Consistency is key to your child’s success. Find out how to build daily routines, integrate exercises into play, and make progress sustainable through repetition, structure, and positive reinforcement.These methods help to seamlessly incorporate movement into your child's daily life. Tune in for actionable insights on building consistency that boosts brain-body communication and fosters long-term developmental success. For additional help, visit the RITP for parents website for home program templates, videos, and guides. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Consistency in Home Programs 00:58 Making Consistency Easy: Substitute Before Adding 01:56 Integrate Exercises into Daily Activities 03:03 Keep It Short and Consistent 03:34 Create a Predictable Structure 04:47 Family Connection Time 05:55 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts 07:19 Next Episode Preview: Tailoring Exercises 🎯 Resources Mentioned:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ⁠r⁠⁠itp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn about the RITP 3-Day Intensive http://ritp.info/3-dayLearn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: https://www.integratingreflexes.com/blog/

    8 min
  4. Creating a Safe Environment - Calm Body, Safe Brain, Faster Learning | Ep 42

    12/07/2025

    Creating a Safe Environment - Calm Body, Safe Brain, Faster Learning | Ep 42

    In this episode, we dive into step four of the 'Create an At Home Program' series, focusing on the significance of creating a safe environment for your child's learning and development. Emphasizing both emotional and physical safety, this session provides practical advice on how to manage your own emotions, stay present and supportive, and prioritize quality over quantity in exercises. 📘 Learn strategies to create a calming environment that promotes learning, connection, and successful reflex integration.🧠 Understand why emotional and physical safety are essential for your child’s progress.Key takeaways include the importance of your calm presence, the foundational role of safety, and the encouragement of small wins to boost your child's confidence and motivation. Tune in to learn how to foster a secure and supportive atmosphere that facilitates true learning and integration for your child. Timestamps 00:00 Understanding Child Safety in Learning Environments 00:14 Introduction to Creating a Safe Environment 01:00 Emotional and Physical Safety 02:19 Practical Tips for Ensuring Safety 03:52 Encouragement and Support Strategies 04:52 Key Takeaways and Next Steps 🎯 Resources Mentioned:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ritp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn about the RITP 3-Day Intensive http://ritp.info/3-dayLearn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: RITP Podcast

    6 min
  5. Choosing the Right Play-Based Reflex Integration Exercises | Ep 41

    11/30/2025

    Choosing the Right Play-Based Reflex Integration Exercises | Ep 41

    In this episode, Kokeb McDonald discusses step three of the 'Create an At Home Program' series, focusing on the importance of targeting specific exercises related to your child's developmental needs. Emphasizing quality of movement over complexity, Kokeb provides practical advice on matching exercises to your child's goals, tracking their responses, and collaborating with specialists like occupational therapists. 📘 Learn practical tips for selecting and adapting movements to improve focus, coordination, and sensory regulation using the RITP framework. 🧠 Discover how to choose targeted, play-based exercises that match your child’s needs. This episode highlights the significance of a play-based approach to reflex integration, maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for your child's growth. Tune in for actionable insights on enhancing your child's developmental journey through effective home programs. Timestamps 00:00 Welcome to the RITP Podcast 00:11 Understanding Your Child's Needs 01:03 Creating Effective Home Programs 01:38 Resources for Parents 01:59 Selecting the Right Exercises 02:34 Practical Tips for Exercise Selection 03:55 Monitoring and Adjusting Exercises 05:13 Example Home Program 06:48 Explaining the Why to Your Child 07:46 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts 08:42 Looking Ahead: Creating a Safe Environment 🎯 Resources Mentioned: 25% OFF:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ritp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn about the RITP 3-Day Intensive http://ritp.info/3-day Learn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: RITP Podcast

    10 min
  6. Why Observation is Needed Before Reflex Integration Therapy | Ep 40

    11/24/2025

    Why Observation is Needed Before Reflex Integration Therapy | Ep 40

    In this episode, we dive into we delve into understanding your child's unique developmental challenges. Before jumping into exercises, it's crucial to observe and understand the child's current skills and milestones. 📘 Learn the importance of collaborating with a service provider and how to effectively track gross and fine motor skills, visual skills, cognitive skills, and social skills.🧠 Discover how retained reflexes may be affecting your child's development and how to design the right treatment plan.This episode emphasizes the power of daily observation and guided collaboration with therapists to transform frustration into clarity and compassion, setting the stage for success in the next steps of your child's development journey. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction: Social Skills and Movement Patterns 00:26 Welcome to Reflex Integrations through Play 00:49 Understanding Your Child's Developmental Challenges 01:25 Collaborating with Specialists 02:23 Key Areas to Observe in Your Child 04:34 The Importance of Observation 06:03 Connecting Observations to Reflex Patterns 08:34 Becoming Your Child's Advocate 10:06 Conclusion and Next Steps 🎯 Resources Mentioned: 25% OFF:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ritp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Other Resources Learn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: RITP Podcast

    11 min
  7. How to Identify If A Child Needs Reflex Integration | Ep 39

    11/09/2025

    How to Identify If A Child Needs Reflex Integration | Ep 39

    In this episode, we dive into how to recognize retained primitive reflexes and what they mean for your child’s development. You’ll learn to: 🧠 Discover the foundation of reflex integration and how it supports your child’s physical, emotional, and cognitive development through the RITP for Parents approach.📘 Learn how understanding primitive reflexes can empower parents to build effective at-home therapy programs. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to At-Home Program Series 00:27 Understanding Your Child's Developmental Challenges 01:05 Collaborating with Specialists 02:03 Key Areas to Observe in Your Child 06:14 Connecting Observations to Reflex Patterns 10:53 Final Thoughts and Next Steps 🎯 Resources Mentioned: 25% OFF:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ritp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Resources & Links Learn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: RITP Podcast

    11 min
  8. How to Tell if Your Child Has Retained Primitive Reflexes | Ep 38

    11/03/2025

    How to Tell if Your Child Has Retained Primitive Reflexes | Ep 38

    In this episode, we dive into how to recognize retained primitive reflexes and what they mean for your child’s development. You’ll learn to: 🔍 Identify common signs that a child may have retained reflexes, from poor posture to sensory sensitivities.🧠 Understand why these reflexes sometimes stay active and how they impact learning, attention, and behavior.📘 Explore holistic factors that contribute to reflex retention, such as birth experiences, skipped milestones, and limited movement opportunities.🎯 Learn practical ways to observe and collect information to share with your therapist for a more accurate evaluation.🤝 Discover how play-based activities can support reflex integration at home and in therapy.🌟 See how integrating reflexes helps children (and adults) move with more confidence, coordination, and emotional balance. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Reflex Integration 00:15 Understanding Primitive Reflexes 01:58 Identifying Retained Reflexes 03:51 Observing and Collecting Data on Student Behavior 05:43 Parental Guidance and Data Collection 07:02 RITP Resources and Programs 08:57 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 🎯 Resources Mentioned: 25% OFF:📘 Integrating Primitive Reflexes Through Play and Exercise book series🔗 Learn more: ritp.info/books📱 RITP App – home and school tools for therapists and families🔗 Download the app: ritp.info/app 📌 Resources & Links Learn more about the Reflex Integration Through Play Certification program: https://ritp.info/certificationPrevious episodes and resources: RITP Podcast

    9 min
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Welcome to the Reflex Integration Through Play (RITP) Podcast, your go-to resource for empowering therapists, educators, and parents with effective strategies to support children’s development. This podcast bridges the gap between science and play, offering actionable tools to create measurable, trackable, and repeatable treatment plans that make a real difference.

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