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Why Crawling Still Matters (Even if Your Doctor Says It’s Optional)

(Is Crawling Important? Understanding Motor Milestones)

If your baby scoots on their bottom or goes straight to walking, you might hear, “It’s fine! Crawling isn’t even a milestone anymore.”
But here’s the truth: crawling plays a ...

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How to Help: Walking baby walker milestones pediatrics physical therapy

As a pediatric physical therapist, helping babies learn how to walk is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job. Watching a baby take their first steps is a special moment for both parents and therapists alike. If you’re a parent who’s eager to help their baby learn to walk, I’m here to provide y...

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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 baby...

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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. 

1. Give ...

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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 i...
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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 com...
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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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