[Controversial Post Alert!] Why I never recommend baby jumpers as a pediatric PT.

Knowing what to bring as a gift for a baby shower can be hard, but I’m here to help! Each item is developmentally supportive to help your child learn and grow! Happy shopping!

Summer time means time for new summer shoes and sandals! Let’s talk about things to look for and to avoid when choosing supportive summer shoes for your little.

Toe walking can be associated with medical conditions and can be a normal part of exploration during walking. Idiopathic Toe Walking (ITW) occurs when the cause of toe walking is unknown. Here we dive into some factors to consider in ITW.

The SNOO is a popular baby crib that many parents love for lots of reasons. In this post we investigate the pro’s and con’s of this cult-favorite baby item.

Walking is a much anticipated exciting milestone that gives baby independence to explore. There are steps to get to this point, so here we talk about ways to help baby get to upright mobility.

Crawling is an exciting milestone that gives baby independence and mobility. There are many ways to move, so here we talk about ways to help baby explore their environment.

The holidays are here! Don’t let shopping overwhelm you—check out this specially curated gift guide for littles. Each item is developmentally supportive to help your child learn and grow!

A NICU stay can be overwhelming and intimidating. Here are some ways to advocate for your baby in the NICU!

In this post, I walk you through a bit of what it’s like to work in the NICU, including starting my day, working with families, the trials and triumphs, and share advice from other NICU families.

A popular question I get from parents is: “Which is better, the Upseat or the Bumbo?!” Today we get into the pros and cons of both to help you make the best decision for your little!

Have questions about holding and providing touch to your baby in the NICU? Look no further! Today we dive into kangaroo care (skin-to-skin care) and comforting touch, the research that supports how beneficial they are, and tips on how to start!

We’ve all heard about Safe Sleep and the importance of it to reduce SIDS and keep baby safe, but as they say, the devil is in the details! Let’s get into the specifics of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines.

The sun is out, summer is here, long weekends away are upon us, and you and your little are likely to spend some time in or around water. Splashing and playing in water is amazing for baby’s development, and toddlers generally love to stomp around and explore the beach, but before we dive in to the water, let’s dive into some safety tips!

Up next in our Play Everyday series where we take everyday items and use them as therapy tools: pots and pans! Check out this post for tips and tricks on how to use your kitchen tools to encourage tummy time, sitting stability, and challenge walking skills in your little one!

There are so many developmental benefits of tummy time for babies! How much tummy time, ways to do it, and strategies for special considerations are summarized in this post. So many great tummy time pictures as well!

Baby wearing is an ancient practice with well known benefits. In this blog post, I talk about the specifics of why safe, proper baby wearing is so great—both for baby and you!

W-sitting is a common posture for kids, and when used periodically can be a normal part of development. If it becomes a habit we want to intervene, as prolonged time spent W-sitting can lead to orthopedic issues, weak core muscles, and may indicate underlying concerns.

Hypoxic-Ischemic Encephalopathy (HIE) is a diagnosis I see commonly in the NICU. This post goes into detail about what HIE is, how it is identified, and how we treat it. My aim is to provide information, awareness, support and resources around HIE.

Having a newborn is great, but the information can be a lot! Today I’ve created a poem to help navigate the newborn phase with lots of evidence-based developmental tricks—and FUN rhymes and photos!