Wondering how to tell if your child has weak core muscles? Read this post to learn more from a pediatric physical therapist. You have so much going on with so many balls in the air as you navigate the child development journey with your baby. Every developmental milestone is a huge deal and it feels like they are coming so fast! You anticipate every movement, every smile, every new word. [You can learn more about developmental milestones here!] And you worry. Is my child developing as she should? Is there anything that isn’t quite right that might show ... Read More about Signs of Weak Core Muscles in Babies and Toddlers
The Ultimate List of Baby Milestones: 0 to 12 Months
Learn more about baby milestones - how babies develop and move from 0 to 12 months.So many exciting developmental milestones take place during a baby's first year of life. Often, the parents we work with wonder whether their baby's development is on track or they worry when their child doesn't achieve a milestone at exactly the "right" time.While it's important to remember that development doesn't always unfold exactly the way it's described in a textbook, we do think that it is helpful for parents and caregivers to have a general idea of when skills and baby milestones should be ... Read More about The Ultimate List of Baby Milestones: 0 to 12 Months
The Simplest Calming Sensory Trick: Deep Pressure
Deep pressure can quickly help calm an anxious or overstimulated child without a lot of planning or equipment! *This post contains affiliate links. Read more. What’s the first thing new moms and dads do when their newborn is crying and can’t be comforted? They wrap them up tight in a swaddle blanket!Of course, there are a handful of other calming sensory strategies we use with babies too - rocking, shushing, bouncing, etc. But swaddling is a tried and true trick that many families use to calm their babies.What’s the big deal with swaddling? Why does it work so well for so many ... Read More about The Simplest Calming Sensory Trick: Deep Pressure
What Causes Poor Core Strength in Kids?
Wondering why your child has weak core muscles? Learn more from a pediatric physical therapist! As a parent, have you ever been told by a pediatrician, therapist, or teacher that your child appears to have weak core muscles? Sometimes this observation may be related to a specific diagnosis like Autism, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Joint Hypermobility, Torticollis, or developmental delay. Or, your child may not have any diagnosis, yet seems to have difficulty with: Why Do Kids Have Weak Core Muscles? Poor core strength can be attributed to many different things, ... Read More about What Causes Poor Core Strength in Kids?
12, 15, & 18 Month Old Milestones Red Flags (& Free Checklist)
In this post, you'll learn about: 12 month milestones and red flags, 15 month milestones and red flags, 18 month old milestones red flags, and 24 month milestones and red flags. Our post about developmental red flags for infants is one of our most popular posts here at The Inspired Treehouse. And that may be because this post gives parents the tools they need to recognize potential issues during their baby’s first year.If you’ve ever felt stumped about your child's developmental milestones, or you’ve run into questions about the development of the kids you work with - you’re definitely ... Read More about 12, 15, & 18 Month Old Milestones Red Flags (& Free Checklist)
How to Tell if your child needs core strengthening exercises for Kids
Learn more about how to tell if your little one could benefit from core strengthening exercises for kids! As parents, we are always concerned for our children and how they are developing. You may hold your breath during every appointment with the pediatrician just waiting for confirmation that everything is a-okay! We’ve all been there. But what if you leave that appointment, assured by your doctor that your child is developing typically, and you still have a nagging feeling in your mind that something isn't quite right? [You can find out more about developmental milestones ... Read More about How to Tell if your child needs core strengthening exercises for Kids
Toe Walking: What Causes it and How You Can Help Your Child
Toe walking is a common reason for kids to be referred to therapy. Learn more about toe walking causes and treatment. Toe walking. It's one of the most difficult and common child development issues I run across in my pediatric therapy practice.I have to admit, every time a preschool teacher comes to me and says, “I think you need to take a look at this student, he is tip toe walking all the time”, I cringe a little bit. And here’s why-- toe walking can range from a totally normal developmental phase to a BIG problem. Here are some thoughts on one of the most common ... Read More about Toe Walking: What Causes it and How You Can Help Your Child
Toddler Development Stages: 1 and 2 year old milestones
Learn more about 1 and 2 year old milestones and what to expect during the toddler years. *This post contains affiliate links. Read more. Amazing changes happen as kids progress from 1 to 2 year old milestones! Your baby’s nerves and muscles learn to work together and motor skills start to take off! Toddler development happens right before your eyes as your baby gains balance, confidence, and independence. As toddlers' brains develop, so does their coordination and motor control.What are developmental milestones? Click the link to find all of our best resources and ... Read More about Toddler Development Stages: 1 and 2 year old milestones
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