Not all baby gear is created equal. As a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of three, here are the baby devices I never used with my own children – and the simple, affordable alternatives that work so much better. Baby Gear to Avoid 1. Baby Floor Seats (Bumbo-style seats) Why to avoid: Better alternative: 2. […]

Floor time isn’t just about keeping your baby entertained – it’s about building their brain and body for a lifetime of healthy movement. Here’s the truth behind why floor time beats baby containers such as baby swings and baby seats every single time. How Babies Are Designed to Develop Babies are born with an innate […]

Are baby containers like swings and bouncers actually harming your baby’s development? As a pediatric occupational therapist and mom of three, I’m breaking down why these popular baby devices might not be as helpful as you think. The Problem with Baby Containers/Devices Baby containers like swings, bouncers, floor seats, exersaucers, and jumpers are everywhere – […]

Does your baby startle at every sound? Struggle with tummy time? Have coordination that feels… off? There might be a neurological reason many healthcare providers never check for. What Are Primitive Reflexes? Primitive reflexes are automatic neurological responses that babies are born with (some even emerge in utero). They serve critical survival and developmental purposes. […]

The controversial truth about crawling and what pediatric therapists really think Prefer to listen? Press play above to hear this episode of The WeeThrive Peds Podcast, or read the full breakdown below! Your pediatrician might have told you, “Don’t worry if your baby skips crawling. They’ll find another way to get around.” And maybe you […]

Your complete guide to making tummy time easier, more effective, and actually enjoyable Prefer to listen? Press play above to hear this episode of The WeeThrive Peds Podcast, or read the full breakdown below! Picture this: You gently place your sweet baby on their tummy… and within seconds, they’re red-faced, crying, and arching their back […]

Understanding how crawling builds the foundation for reading, focus, and coordination Prefer to listen? Press play above to hear this episode of The WeeThrive Peds Podcast, or read the full breakdown below! Picture your baby taking those first wobbly steps—arms outstretched, face lit up with determination and joy, maybe even a squeal of excitement as […]

Prefer to listen? Press play above to hear this episode of The WeeThrive Peds Podcast, or read the full breakdown below! Did you know your baby’s brain builds over one million new neural connections every second during their first year of life? And here’s the amazing part: each developmental milestone your baby achieves plays a […]