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Articles from our therapists about gross motor development.

· Physical Therapy & Motor Skills

Craniosacral Therapy: Does Dura Mater?

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle hands-on approach that may be helpful for children with certain issues, even if traditional treatments haven’t fully worked. So how does craniosacral therapy work? Here’s a simple way to understand it: Dura mater consists of 3 layers of tissue that surround the brain, spinal cord, and nerve roots as

· Infants, Physical Therapy & Motor Skills

Why Tummy Time is Important

Why Tummy Time is Important Tummy time is important for your baby’s development. Here are the top 7 reasons why you should be incorporating tummy time into your baby’s routine. 1. Strength Spending time on her belly is important because it strengthens the neck, back, shoulders, hips, arms, and hands. It will help to increase the

· Physical Therapy & Motor Skills, Activities & Play Ideas

Is Your Child Ready to Ride? The Do’s and Don’ts of Teaching Bike Riding

Is Your Child Ready for Bike Riding? There are few things in life that beat the rush of the wind through your hair as you pedal down the street on your bike. Bike riding is a pleasure, a privilege, and a confidence builder for our kids! For some, learning to ride a bike can be

· Activities & Play Ideas, Physical Therapy & Motor Skills

Winter Blues? GET UP AND MOVE!

Do your kids have the Winter Blues? Once the cold weather hits, it’s easy to make excuses for missing opportunities to get out and play outdoors. But, soon we notice our kiddos in a rut: feeling moodier, not sleeping well, disengaging, increased screen time, etc. However, research shows that physical activity can actually turn these

· Infants, Physical Therapy & Motor Skills

Do Babies Really Need to Crawl?

That glorious moment when your baby is mobile, crawling around your house at hyper-speed is both joyous and terrifying. Time to baby-proof your house! Do babies really need to crawl? Crawling is essential for your baby’s development. The coordination and strength that are attained while your baby is exploring the world through crawling is irreplaceable,