Learn from our experts.

Our resident physical therapist, Jessica, has worked with hundreds of children on a variety of physical therapy journeys.

Check out her advice—and advice from our guest experts—on helping your child make progress along different developmental paths and various diagnoses.

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Safe Baby Containers: Expert Interview

Not all containers are equal. Some are necessary, some are helpful, and some can be detrimental to your baby’s development. Here’s an experts thoughts on what to choose and how to use them:

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Toe-Walking: Steps to a Better Step

If you’re noticing your child consistently relying on the front of the foot at 2.5 or three years old, they may be having difficulty with a few key aspects of walking. Here are some options to help:

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Summer Safety: Slides, Swings, and Bonfires

Summer is here! These sun and fun activities bring us exploration, growth, and joy, but they also bring some risk. We’re sharing tips on how to keep your kids safe on swings, on slides, and at bonfires.

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Torticollis: Tight Muscles and Flat Heads

Torticollis is the one-sided tightening of a neck muscle in babies, and it’s a common occurrence. We’re sharing details on the condition, explaining what it really means, and sharing a few tips to resolve the issue and alleviate the consequences.

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Core Strength: Building Baby Abs

Core strength is a critical step in getting your baby ready for all the milestones ahead. Here are our tips for encouraging baby ab development during those first nine months.

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Getting Out of the W-sitting Habit

When your baby or toddler is learning to sit, they’ll resort to whatever feels comfortable and safe. This means you could find your baby playing in all kinds of positions, but some are better than others for their physical development. W-sitting is one of those not-so-great options.

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