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10 to 12 Month Baby Communication Milestones to Look For
See the 9 different communication milestones baby should be reaching by 10-12 months old. There is a clip that goes along with each milestone so you can see and hear the different communication milestones for baby. As always, our content is validated with American Academy of Pediatrics findings and reviewed by pediatric therapists. View all … Continued
Free Resources for NICU Babies
Helping Babies in the NICU Reach Their Full Potential Pathways.org provides trusted and easy to use resources to help baby’s early development. Below are key resources to support babies and empower parents in the NICU and beyond. Jump to: FREE Baby Milestones App Preemie and NICU Resources The Massage+ 30, 10, 5 Intervention New Content … Continued
Parents’ Guide to Baby’s Core
Baby’s core strength is key to their development! Their core strength powers their gross motor skills. Baby’s core can be strengthened from birth through Tummy Time. You can also keep baby active with our Baby Games. Watch to learn more about baby’s core! Want to watch more videos about related topics? Click the buttons below! … Continued
Parents’ Guide Video Series
New parents experience a lot of firsts with their baby! It can be overwhelming at times… Not to worry; Pathways.org is here to help! We try to make all this information a little easier to find and understand. Our Parents’ Guide video series is designed specifically for busy parents, so each video is about a … Continued
What to Know About Toe Walking
Toe walking can be a commonly observed movement pattern that many young children display during their development, however many children will give up idiopathic toe walking (ITW) without specific intervention. Research within the scientific community suggests that ITW is sometimes a causal symptom related to other conditions. Toe walking may be a symptom of a … Continued
5 Ways To Help Baby Learn and Grow This Year
New Year, Same Cute Baby! The new year encourages people to look towards the future. At Pathways.org we have many tools to help you learn more about child development, important milestones by age, and fun activities you and your child can do together to achieve those goals. Help baby learn new skills and abilities using … Continued
What To Do If Baby Has a Fear of Strangers
Hello, baby! From aunts and uncles to friends and neighbors, baby is constantly meeting new people. Meeting people is a great way to work on baby’s social skills. While this is usually a happy occasion for the adults and older children involved, meeting new people can sometimes be hard for baby. They may feel anxious or … Continued
Benefits & Tips of the Side Lying Position for Baby
Have you tried putting baby in the side lying position? This position, where you place baby on their side and support them to stay there, can be a great addition to Tummy Time. Learn more about the benefits of side lying! See the benefits of the side lying position for your baby’s development. Learn how … Continued
States of Newborn Alertness: When is the Best Time to Play with Baby?
Playtime with a newborn baby is so beneficial in the early months! It helps them learn communication, exercise motor skills, sharpen their senses, and so much more. But you’ve probably noticed that your newborn spends a lot of their day sleeping, hungry or tired. Their mood depends on the different states of newborn alertness. This … Continued
Is My Child Stuttering? Understanding Speech Issues in Young Children
Does it ever feel like your child is having trouble getting a sentence out, or repeating sounds within certain words? Or do you notice that it seems like they can’t get a word out at all? You may observe this in your little one and wonder: is my child stuttering? Don’t worry! Their are certain … Continued
Is Your Child Having Trouble Speaking? What’s Typical and When To Get Help
As your child goes from baby to toddler and even older, they learn to talk and it’s so exciting to hear what they have to say! They can begin to tell you more about their thoughts, what they like to do, and what they’re experiencing every day. But as some children learn to talk more … Continued
How to Handle a Temper Tantrum and How to Prevent Them
No one likes a temper tantrum! Temper tantrums can be very difficult for parents and any caregivers to deal with. When your child is angry, you may feel angry too! Or you may wonder if you can (or even should) comfort them when they have a tantrum. Believe it or not, there are tried and … Continued
Simple and Easy Games For Babies To Help Develop Their Sense of Hearing
Baby uses their 8 senses every single day! Many senses continue to develop and change even after we are born. Here we’ll learn more about the hearing (auditory) sense, and how you can help baby develop their sense of hearing. What is the hearing sense and how do we use it? The hearing sense allows … Continued
How Can You Prepare for a Nanny?
There are many reasons that children may need a nanny or other caregiver. When parents work, go on a trip, or something unexpected comes up, a nanny can watch and take care of them. They can make sure children don’t have too many interruptions to their life and have all their needs met, without their … Continued
When Will Baby Sit Up On Their Own?
Sitting might seem like an easy thing to do, but for a developing baby, it’s hard work! Sitting upright and independently takes time and exercise. So how can you help baby sit without your help? Learn when you can expect baby to sit up! When do babies start sitting up? For the first few months … Continued
How to Help Babies and Toddlers When They Fall
When do babies typically fall? It is common for babies to fall when they are learning to roll, crawl, walk, or stand. This is a normal and unavoidable part of development! It is also common for children to fall while trying a new physical activity, or during playtime. So what should parents do when baby … Continued
What To Do If Baby Keeps Rolling Over During Tummy Time
Tummy Time is an essential move for baby’s development! But that doesn’t mean baby always loves doing it. In fact, many babies have trouble with the position. As baby’s core muscles get stronger and they begin to roll (around 4 months), they may try to roll off of their stomach and onto their back during … Continued
Parents’ Guide to Baby Rolling Over During Tummy Time
Tummy Time is an essential move for baby’s development! As baby’s core muscles get stronger and they begin to roll (around 4 months), they may try to roll onto their back during Tummy Time. When baby starts to roll over during Tummy Time it may be tempting to stop doing this position altogether. However, it’s best for baby’s … Continued
What is Self-Soothing? Learn About this Important Social-Emotional Tool
Self-soothing is a social-emotional tool that babies and children learn to use throughout their lives. There is no better feeling than being able to relax and let your troubles melt away. Self-soothing is an important, lifelong skill that can help with sleeping, managing emotions, building healthy relationships, and so much more. We are not suggesting that … Continued
Prematurity and “Corrected Age”: What Does it Mean?
Is baby considered premature? A baby is premature, also known as preterm or preemie, if they are born before 37 weeks. They are very preterm if they are born at 28 to 32 weeks, and extremely preterm if born before 28 weeks. If your child was born before 37 weeks, you’ll want to consider tracking … Continued
Child Healthcare – How to Find The Right Healthcare Provider For Your Child
Choosing a healthcare provider for your child is important, and it can easily feel overwhelming. But have no fear! We’re here to walk you through the entire process, so you’ll get connected with the care your child needs and get answers to the questions you might have. Here are some tips on how to find … Continued
What to Expect At A Well Child Visit
Going to the doctor with your new baby may feel scary—but we’re here to help! Here’s what to expect at a well child visit (plus, a checklist of everything to bring along). What is an early well child visit? It’s early check-in with your baby’s pediatrician to make sure they are healthy and seeing all … Continued
How to Help Your Baby Sleep Through the Night
Sleep is important at every age, especially in the first year of life. In fact, baby should be asleep for at least half, and up to almost three-quarters of their first year. So, if your baby isn’t getting good, quality shut-eye, there may be some ways to help them with their sleep. If you are … Continued
Early Educator Guide to Tummy Time
What more Tummy Time info? This course is here to help! Perfect for all early childhood educators and caregivers who work with children under 6 months old.
Conferences
Pathways.org Medical Roundtable and expert staff present at workshops and conferences across the United States in the pediatric therapy and maternal and child health fields. Explore this section for a look at our published abstracts, research posters, and exhibits. Parents’ Knowledge and Perception about Child Development: Evidence from a Practice-Based Survey Summary: This poster is … Continued