The holidays are just around the corner!  If you are having a hard time deciding what to buy, we have created a list of our favorite fine and gross motor toys for different age groups.  Our list of toys help promote infant, toddler, preschool, and school age developmen...

Rolling over is a huge motor milestone for babies!  The rolling phase helps lead to independent sitting, crawling, and walking. Babies must learn to roll in two directions; from back-to-tummy and tummy-to-back. 

When Will Your Baby Start Rolling Over?

Most babies st...

Does your child trip frequently? Have a hard time walking up/down stairs? Difficulty with getting onto a tricycle/ride on toys? 

Practice some of our favorite balance exercises to improve your child’s balance, coordination, and motor skills for functional independence!

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Core strengthening is not just for adults; children need core strengthening as well.  Core strength in children can help them participate better in school, sports, group activities and improve motor developmental skills (e.g. jumping, running, handwriting, balance, sit...

Noonan Syndrome (NS) is an autosomal dominant condition that many are not familiar with.  It is a genetic condition characterized by distinctive facial features, short stature, chest deformity, congenital heart defects, pulmonary stenosis, and other comorbidities.  Noo...

Teaching a child to ride a bike requires lower leg strength, balance, coordination, and motor planning.  It's best to begin with a tricycle or a balance bike and slowly progress to larger bikes as your child grows. To avoid spending hundreds of dollars every year, pla...

Choosing a car seat is extremely important for your little one, probably one of the most important purchases you will make.  Installing a car seat that is appropriate for your child’s age and size is crucial.

These tips from the American Automobile Association (AAA) s...

What is Torticollis?

Torticollis is a clinical sign or symptom that could be the result of a variety of underlying disorders. Congenital muscular torticollis (CMT) is a postural deformity detected at birth or shortly after birth, primarily resulting from unilateral sho...

Fine motor skills involve using our hands and fingers to complete activities.  The small muscles of the hand must work together in order to complete refined movements.  In order for a child to have strong fine motor skills they must have a strong and stable core.  Our...

Little ones spend a good amount of time in their high chair, so it is important for them to have a great one, especially when they are ready to eat solid foods (usually around 6 months of age). The best high chair should keep your child secure, safe, and promote good...