Building a Strong Foundation for Your Baby’s Motor Development: Expert Tips from a Pediatric Physical Therapist
In my work as a Pediatric Physical Therapist, I work with babies and their families everyday. I get a lot of questions and concerns throughout my day - and I love that parents are asking questions to help their babies thrive!
Movement is Medicine: A Whole Body Approach to Tongue Tie Therapy
As a pediatric physical therapist, I truly believe that movement is medicine. When it comes to tongue tie therapy, it’s essential to look beyond the mouth and consider the whole body.
There ARE Things We Can Do for Babies with Colic!
There ARE Things We Can Do for Babies with Colic!
Reasons Your Baby Might Benefit from Bodywork
One of our core beliefs is that every baby deserves to feel good in their bodies. When they do, they can breathe, eat, sleep, poop, and play better!
Why I Recommend Push Walkers Over Sit-In Walkers
Let’s explore why many physical therapists, including myself, typically do not recommend sit-in walkers.
TIPS FOR INTRODUCING THE NINNI PACIFIER TO YOUR BABY
One tool that I often recommend in my practice is the Ninni pacifier.
Preparing Your Baby for a Tongue-Tie Release
While a tongue tie release procedure can potentially improve your baby’s feeding, breathing, and oral motor development, the preparation before the procedure will ensure everyone involved receives the best possible outcome.
How Digestive Discomfort Influences Infant Movement
Digestive discomfort can absolutely affect your baby’s movement!
Infant Head Shape: A Proactive Approach
there are ways to be proactive to support healthy head shape development before reaching the point where a helmet might be considered.
Choosing the Right Pacifier for your Baby
Does the pacifier you choose make a difference? In many cases YES!