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

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?

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