BEST BEGINNINGS START WITHIN
WHY SHOULD BABIES CRAWL BEFORE THEY WALK?
If walking is the end game, why should my baby crawl first? Crawling helps promote positive motor, sensory & neurological development. From eyes to hands, and the ever-important core, crawling it truly baby’s first total body workout.
CONTAINER BABIES: Bouncy Seats, Standers & Swings Oh My!
Containers may be convenient, but only good in moderation and at the right stage in development. A good moto is less is more. The more time your baby spends on the floor exploring their environment the better it is for their gross and fine motor development, vision development and foundational muscle balance for speech development.
SPRING CLEANING FOR YOUR BABY REGISTRY: FOUR COMMON ITEMS NOT REGISTER WORTHY
Preparing for a new little person is both exciting and overwhelming. Everyone has an opinion on what you need, including the baby product industry, which is currently valued at $215 Billion and projected to grow. So, take it from a pediatric physical therapist, who sees both the benefits and the aftermath of baby product choices, less is more!
TUMMY TIME — A BABY BOOTCAMP WORKOUT
Tummy time is one of the best whole-body activities for your baby’s early development, unfortunately their belly is often not a favorite position. Tummy time is a workout because babies typically spend more time in baby equipment than on the floor developing motor skills.