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How to Help: Sitting milestones pediatrics physical therapy

Babies develop at their own pace, and each baby will reach milestones at different times. Sitting independently is an important developmental milestone. By 6 months, most babies can hold their head up and have gained enough upper body strength to sit unsupported. Here are some tips to help your...

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How to Help: Rolling milestones pediatrics physical therapy rolling

Parents often look forward to seeing their babies achieve new developmental milestones, such as rolling over. This is an important milestone in a baby's physical development, as it helps them build strength and coordination that they will need for crawling, standing, and walking later on. 

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What toys should I avoid? baby toys baby walker jumper

Some toys are better than others. Here's a quick list:

1. Baby Walker

It's a little swing seat that you put the baby in. There's a tray in front and it's on wheels so they can go around the house as if they're walking. A few reasons I don't like a baby walker: number one is just safety. The...

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When does my baby need to start wearing shoes? pediatrics physical therapy shoes

Does my baby or toddler need to wear shoes?

The short answer? Not really.

The long answer? That's why you're here!

Babies who aren’t walking don’t need any type of shoe. Their feet are still developing, and they’re learning everything through exploring. This means, no shoes...

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So, what is Pediatric Physical Therapy? pediatrics physical therapy

What is a Pediatric PT?

The technical definition?

“Pediatric physical therapists (PTs) work with children and their families to assist the child in reaching their maximum potential in home, school, and community environments. Physical therapists are considered the movement experts. The...

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Should I be Concerned? 10-18 months milestones pediatrics physical therapy red flags
As we discussed last week, a "red flag" is a term used in the medical field that indicates there could be a problem with your child's development. Let me emphasize here the word could. It doesn't mean your child has or will have a problem, it just means they could. Typically, we grow concerned...
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Should I be Concerned? 5-9 months milestones pediatrics physical therapy red flags
A "red flag" is a term used in the medical field that indicates there could be a problem with your child's development. Let me emphasize here the word could. It doesn't mean your child has or will have a problem, it just means that they could. Typically, we grow concerned if your child has a...
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Should I be Concerned? 0-4 months milestones pediatrics physical therapy red flags
A red flag is a term used in the medical field that indicates there could be a problem with your child's development. Let me emphasize the word could. It doesn't mean your child has or will have a problem; it just means they could. Typically, we grow concerned if your child has a combination of...
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