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  How Occupational Therapy Can Help Your Child Succeed in School By Dr. Pranita Nitnaware, B.O.Th Director, Raising Child Development Centre As a parent of a special child, you already know that school can be a challenging place. The classroom environment—structured, demanding, fast-paced—may not always meet your child’s individual needs. When a child has autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy, developmental delays, or a learning disability, they often struggle with basic school tasks that other children do with ease. But here’s the good news: Occupational Therapy (OT) can help bridge that gap. It gives your child the tools they need to participate meaningfully in school—academically, socially, and emotionally. At Raising Child Development Centre , led by Dr. Pranita Nitnaware , we specialize in helping children with special needs develop the foundational skills needed for school success. With personalized OT programs, we’ve seen children grow from frustrated and dependent to conf...

  Learning Disabilities: Early Signs and How to Help Every child learns in their own unique way. Some children, however, face challenges that go beyond typical learning differences. These may be signs of a learning disability —a neurological condition that affects how the brain receives, processes, or communicates information. At Raising Child Development Centre , under the expert care of Dr. Pranita Nitnaware , we understand that early recognition and intervention can make a world of difference in helping children overcome these challenges.   What Are Learning Disabilities? Learning disabilities are not a reflection of a child's intelligence. Instead, they affect the brain’s ability to process information in areas such as reading (dyslexia), writing (dysgraphia), math (dyscalculia), and attention (ADHD). These difficulties can impact academic performance, self-esteem, and everyday functioning. But with the right support, children with learning disabilities can lea...

  Is My Child Ready for School? – Key Developmental Skills to Know By Raising Child Development Centre | Dr. Pranita Nitnaware (B.O.Th) Introduction Starting school is a major milestone—for both children and their parents. But how do you know if your child is truly ready for this big step? At Raising Child Development Centre , we often meet parents wondering whether their child has the necessary skills to begin formal schooling confidently and successfully. School readiness is about much more than age or academic knowledge. It includes a range of developmental skills across physical, emotional, social, and cognitive domains. As a parent, understanding these key areas can help you make informed decisions and support your child’s smooth transition into school life.     What Does 'School Readiness' Mean? School readiness means a child is developmentally prepared to learn, interact, and cope in a structured school environment. This doesn’t mean your child must...