Liberating Motherhood

Send us a text Did you know that babies are born with incredible amounts of tension and they need our help to relax, release and feel comfortable?  If left untouched, this imbalance can interfere with essential skills like rolling, crawling, walking, balance, hand/eye coordination, attention span and more? This can even affect their life experience as adults.    Dr. Amie Dougherty, PT, DPT with Milestones at Play is an in home physical therapist who shares fascinating information about building a solid foundation for nervous system and gross motor development for babies and children ages 0-18. Discover early warning signs and gain tips to set your child up for a lifetime of health in their body.     Here’s what we cover: 2 key signs that your baby needs nervous system support or physical therapyNeuroplasticity; rewiring the brain to heal trauma or injury and the importance of early interventionFostering symmetry between the right and left sides of the body and what happens when there is asymmetrical developmentWhy do some babies skip crawling and is this a problem?What can cause Torticollis and plagiocephaly?Why is tummy time important and tips for baby’s enjoyment and strength building How much time is too much time in a container and why? (Think swings, bouncers, car seats, jumpers)  When is toe walking a problem and what can cause this?If you enjoyed this podcast, please follow, share, and leave a 5-star review!   Connect With Dr. Amie Website Insta Blog: 8 Proactive Developmental Checkpoints for Your Baby  Babinski Reflex  (aka plantar reflex)     Find me on insta:  I love hearing from you! @liberatingmotherhood   Don’t walk into your birth blind!  Ask these important questions first… Questions to Ask Your Care Provider Free Download