Sensory Cruise
My little man has started pulling up and cruising along on EVERYTHING and I mean everything (the poor dog)! In an attempt to hold his attention and stimulate him at the same time, I came up with the sensory cruise!
Child Development
Gross Motor Milestones For The First Year
We are approaching the end of the first year this summer! It’s hard to believe how fast time has flown by and how different my baby is! It’s amazing how much changes in the a baby’s first year. It’s crazy to think about how I had a little tiny baby that would eat/sleep/poop all day
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Positioning Considerations When Choosing A Baby Carrier
There are tons of baby carriers on the market today! With so many choices what do you choose and why? Here are some of my thoughts on what to look for when it comes to positioning and selecting a baby carrier.
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Playroom Ideas For Motor Development
We’ve finally put together a playroom for C. Now that he is on the move this playroom has been wonderful! We are fortunate that we have a “bonus room” in our house. Prior to turning it into a play space we had a couch, chairs, TV and exercise bike (which was rarely used) up there.
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5 Ways To Promote Pulling To Stand
Pulling to stand is a developmental skill that takes place in baby at approximately 9 months of age. Here are 5 fast and easy ways to play with your baby that will promote pulling to stand.
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Gross Motor Crawl
Here is a quick and easy activity that I have been doing with my little guy for strengthening and gross motor play. I tend to be a person that likes things that are very simple. When they are simple I seem to be more willing to do the activity or set-up the activity. That’s why
20+ Motor Play Ideas For Baby
There are so many simple ways you can play with your baby and promote motor development at the same time! As a physical therapist, I am always looking for different ways that I can promote motor development with play. Here is a list of over 20 great ideas for motor play with baby. Tummy Time
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Baby’s First Shoes – What You Need To Know
It’s happened! My baby has started to pull to stand and moving. Everything just seems to be happening so fast! I can’t just cuddle and hold a cute little baby anymore, he wants to move around! This means that I need to start thinking about shoes. With all the different options out there it’s important to know
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Benefits of the Push Toy Before Walking – A Physical Therapist Perspective
Many people get push toys for their baby’s when they are getting ready to walk on their own. This a great for that baby who is cruising and starting to stand on their own but the push toy is also great for that baby who isn’t even walking! Even though my little guy isn’t walking
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Are Baby Walkers Good For Baby?
I recently saw a commercial that had a baby in a walker which had me thinking about this device. There seem to be two products referred to as baby walkers. I am not talking about a push toy (looks like this)as some people get confused and because they can be called walkers as well. I
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Easter Basket For Baby To Promote Motor Development
Easter is just right around the corner and that means lots of chocolate for me! It also means C is getting his first Easter basket. Now being only 8 months old chocolate isn’t something on the top of our list to load his Easter basket with. This Easter basket is going to consist of a
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The Bumbo Seat – Good, Bad, or Both?
The Bumbo seat is something that almost any expectant mom has heard of. You can find them on almost any baby registry. So what is all the hype about the Bumbo Seats? As a new mom I decided to do some research before I purchased the Bumbo! This post may contain affiliate links. I only recommend products that
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Are Jumpers Bad For Babies?
Jumpers can come in all forms some that are in a suspended contraption and some that go over doors. The use of jumpers can be a point of contention among some people. Trust me, being a first time mom and having a husband that works many hours I get it. I totally understand that sometimes you need a minute
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Tips For Tummy Time – From A Physical Therapist
Tummy time sounds so simple. Although, for many parents, tummy time turns out to be not so simple! Often times tummy time is easy to skip especially if you have a baby that doesn’t enjoy it. So, what is the deal with tummy time anyway and why do doctors and therapist’s encourage it?
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