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Sensory Integration: Meet Ryder
Download the accompanying handout. Our sensory integration video features a young boy, Ryder. Ryder’s journey begins with his parents noticing his struggles during Tummy Time, his difficulty playing in a group, and how easily he would become tired when attempting tasks his peers had mastered. Through sensory integration therapy, his social participation has increased. Because … Continued
How Kids Learn to Play: 6 Stages of Play Development
Play is all about having fun! Any activity, organized or unstructured, your child finds fun and enjoyable is considered play. But play is much more than just a fun activity for your child! As a child grows they go through different stages of play development. While playing, children learn and develop important skills they will … Continued
When Will My Baby Smile?
Is there a better sight than a happy, smiling baby? We think not! Wondering “when will my baby smile”? Typically, babies start smiling between 6 and 12 weeks, but you may notice a smile or smirk soon after baby’s born. Download our FREE app to track important milestones! Reflex Smiles These early smiles are called … Continued
What is W-Sitting?
Does your child W-Sit? W-sitting is when a child sits on their bottom with their knees bent and feet positioned outside of their hips. If you’re standing above your child, you will see their legs and body make the shape of a W. Watch our 1 minute video about W-sitting and why it matters: Is … Continued
L’importanza dell’integrazione sensoriale – Italian
Capire i problemi sensoriali nei bambino Una serie video prodotta da Pathways.org Capire i sensi – Sai che sono più di cinque? L’Integrazione Sensoriale è il processo attraverso il quale i nostri sensi lavorano insieme. Gli individui utilizzano messaggi sensoriali per imparare, giocare e interagire con il mondo. La maggior parte della gente conosce solamente … Continued
Tummy Time: The Why’s and How’s
Why’s and How’s of Tummy Time presented by Dr. Anne Zachry and Linda Rooke, PT The webinar covers: The importance of Tummy Time Different Tummy Time positions How to make Tummy Time fun Tips for a fussy baby during Tummy Time and more! Tummy Time plays a significant role in helping babies meet their developmental milestones … Continued
Why is Play Important
When your child plays, they learn about them self and their surroundings. Play is important as it teaches them how to coordinate their body movements, talk with friends, apply rules, and more. But the learning process is even broader than this. What is Play? Play is more than you think; it is a way for your … Continued
Torticollis: The Importance of Tummy Time
Positional torticollis causes baby’s head to tilt to one side. Watch Jonathan’s journey through pediatric physical therapy to help improve his positional torticollis. See the importance of Tummy Time and why babies need Tummy Time everyday to help develop neck and core muscles. Signs such as a head tilt, not reaching the 3 month milestone … Continued
Torcicolo e a Importância do Exercício de Bruços: Conheça Jonathan (Portuguese: Meet Jonathan)
Observe Jonathan nas suas sessões iniciais de fisioterapia e acompanhe seu notável progresso durante o processo de intervenção. A boy’s story of how early therapy and Tummy Time improved his torticollis.
The Importance of Tummy Time Panel Discussion
Pathways.org teaches the importance of Tummy Time. Learn about the increase in motor delays and how it is related to a lack of time spent on the belly in infancy. The importance of Tummy Time is discussed in response to a national survey of pediatric therapists showing an increase in motor delays. The need for … Continued
Early Infant Assessment Redefined
This video shows a comparison of two children at 6 months of age demonstrating typical development and atypical development in eight different positions.
Early Detection and Early Intervention: Sukie’s Story
This video features Sukie’s Story of how early detection and Early Intervention of motor delays helped her development. She was referred to therapy straight from the NICU and made great strides in therapy. Watch to see her development progress.
Doctor-Parent Communication
Doctor-parent communication can be essential for helping your child reach their full potential. Watch this role play between a doctor and a parent at a well-baby visit. The parent expresses concern about her son’s development and, at first, the doctor gives her an unsatisfactory response. Upon further discussion, the doctor requests that the mother keep … Continued
Learning to Move Through Pediatric Physical Therapy: Ava’s Story
Watch Ava’s story. See how through pediatric physical therapy, she is now able to walk, run, and play independently.
Tummy Time Troubles
What do you do if baby hates Tummy Time? Or what if baby has trouble with Tummy Time after feeding? Don’t worry—many families experience Tummy Time troubles! If baby hate tummy time, it can take some practice and getting used to. Watch one mom, Jill, as she shares her story of Tummy Time with her two small … Continued