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Easy Exercises to Help Your Baby Roll Over Back to Belly

 
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Today, we’re going over how to help our adorable little ones master the art of rolling over from their back to their belly. Back to belly rolling occurs between 4-6 months, but often if a little is struggling or not showing signs of rolling on their own at 5 months, that is a great time to start strategic proactive play.

Rolling is a milestone that sets the stage for many future achievements, and I'm here, your pediatric physical therapy bestie to guide you through it with ease and confidence.

Understanding Rolling Back to Belly

First off, it's crucial to know when to expect your baby to start rolling from back to belly. Typically, this developmental milestone happens between 4 to 6 months.

But if your baby is around 6 months and hasn't mastered rolling yet, don't fret! I've got some easy exercises for you to try out. If you notice significant improvements quickly, you're on the right track.

Otherwise, reaching out to a pediatric physical therapist after the 6-month mark is a wise move, especially since mastering rolling is pivotal for crawling on hands and knees – a key milestone linked to future academic skills like reading and writing.

Back to belly rolling involves a lot of factors including mobility, strength, and coordination. Rolling is one of the first milestones other than eating, where a baby has to coordinate their muscles by turning different groups on and off, which can sometimes be a little more difficult than they thought.

Gravity is also really tough for babies, because it’s always throwing them to the floor. When babies go to roll from their back to their bellies, they have to have enough strength to counteract gravity pushing their arms back toward the floor.

Sometimes, this is a lot to ask of babies and they end up looking less interested in rolling and happy on their backs, while this isn’t a problem necessarily, we want to make sure that it isn’t because something is holding them back from rolling.

There is a difference between not being able to roll and being able to roll easily but just not doing all day every single day. Most babies if given the choice, would definitely pick rolling because their little bodies were made to move.

Why Some Babies Struggle with Rolling

Several factors can contribute to delays in rolling over, including:

Limited Arm Mobility: For a baby to roll over smoothly, they need to be able to move their arms above their head and across their body past the midline (an imaginary line that goes from the top of the head down the middle of the body through the belly button).

Any tightness in the chest or neck could hinder this movement.

Coordination Challenges: Bringing both arms together in one direction requires high levels of coordination. Some babies might find this tricky and require some help to master it.

Restricted Trunk Mobility: A baby needs to rotate their upper body in one direction while keeping the lower half stable. Tightness or inability to do so can make rolling over challenging.

Helping Your Baby Roll Back to Belly: Exercise Breakdown

To bridge the gap between not rolling and rolling over back to belly easily, let's break down the movements into manageable parts.

This approach, known as partial tasking, allows babies to focus on mastering one component at a time. Here's a simple exercise to get started. Make sure to watch the video linked below for an example with a baby and for the most comprehensive information on this technique.

Exercise #1: Reaching to the Right

Positioning: Lay your baby on their back.

Engagement: Hold a toy towards their opposite shoulder to encourage them to reach across with their left arm.

Support: Gently guide their shoulder and arm across the body towards the right.

Follow Through: Once their arm is across, assist their hips to follow, rolling them onto their belly.

Repeat: Try different toys to maintain their interest and repeat the movement, ensuring both arms get a chance to lead.

Exercise #2: Reaching to the Left

Switch Sides: Now focus on using the right arm to reach.

Guidance and Support: This side might be more challenging, so offer more support and use tactile cues to encourage movement if needed.

Hip Assistance: Once their arm is in position, gently guide their hips to complete the roll.

Troubleshooting: If an arm gets stuck, apply gentle pressure to the pelvis and help free the arm to ensure a smooth roll.

Exercise #3: Reaching When on Their Side

If reaching across the body while the baby is lying on their back it too difficult or they struggle with staying engaged (a sign that it could take more effort than they have to give) –

Start with the baby lying on their side and practice reaching and playing with toys with the hand at shoulder level, once this is easy, move the toy above shoulder level and have the baby practice reaching there. Do this on both sides so babies get practice using both arms, once this is easy, move back to exercises 1 and 2.

Resources for Further Learning

For those eager to dive deeper and tackle rolling from every angle, my book "Tummy Time and Learning to Roll" is your go-to resource. It's packed with insights, exercises, and a free video course to visually guide you through each step.

Grab your copy [linked in the video description, pinned comment, and here] and discover how to support your baby's journey towards rolling and beyond.

Screening for Trunk Rotation

A vital part of ensuring smooth rolling transitions is checking your baby's trunk rotation. This movement is crucial for rolling efficiently. Don't miss my next video, where I'll show you how to assess if your baby's trunk rotation is on track.

remember: watch the video below for the most comprehensive guide to this technique and to watch it be done on a real life baby :)

TIMESTAMPS:

2:00 the missing link to rolling back to belly
5:15 how this exercise helps babies learn to roll from back to belly
5:50 the best resource for parents to help babies learn to roll on their own
6:58 exercise #1: reaching to the right
9:07 exercise #2: reaching to the left

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Curious About Learning More on Tummy Time, Rolling, or Both? 

The absolute best book for parents on tummy time and rolling is: Tummy Time and Learning to Roll: A Baby Development Book for Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers to Help Babies Learn to Roll Independently.  The book comes with a free online video course to help parents fully understand how to complete the different exercises, printable checklists to know exactly where your baby is at, and when to reach out for additional help. 

This book was written by Dr. Lauren Baker, PT, DPT, ATC, MTC, who is a Pediatric Physical Therapist in Boise, Idaho, trained in helping parents learn how to help their babies move and master their milestones. She loves teaching parents how to see how their babies are moving as well as how to influence those movements though play positions and exercises to help babies move with confidence and ease.  

Tummy Time and Learning to Roll is the first book in the Proactive Play series written by Pediatric Physical Therapist Dr. Lauren Baker in order to help Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers learn how to help babies master tummy time and learn to roll. It is meant to help ambitious parents understand baby development from birth to six months (tummy time to rolling).

This book is a mix of easy-to-follow and more in-depth information than is typically found in baby development books because Dr. Baker believes parents deserve to have all the information at their fingertips.

This book breaks down each piece of movement in checklists so that parents know what their babies need for tummy time and rolling. It also covers what areas might limit a child with rolling, why it is so important, and when to seek help from a pediatric PT.

This book comes with colored photos and easy-to-follow demonstration videos that can help parents implement safe, strategic play-based exercises with their babies in 20 minutes per day.

A Great Resource For:

  • Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers of babies 0-6 months

  • Parents of babies who are struggling with tummy time, rolling back to belly, belly to back, or only to one side

  • Access to simple, easy-to-follow videos of play positions and exercises

  • Learning the four pillars of movement needed in order to master rolling

  • 240+ Color Photo Examples of:

    • Tummy Time, Sidelying, and Back Play

    • Developmental Toys and Equipment

    • Hand Placement and Strategic Play Positions

    • Common Areas of Restriction or Weakness

    • When To Reach Out For Help


What If You Want Extra Help?

If you have concerns about their movement, remember, you can always reach out to a pediatric physical therapist. It's your right as a parent to advocate for your child's development.

Sometimes, a few tips and tricks are all you need to get your baby moving better. We're here to support you and release those mama worries. If you are looking for in home pediatric physical therapy, check our listing of therapists.

For those eager to learn more or seeking personalized guidance, I offer online video parent consultations internationally which can be scheduled by clicking here. I am dedicated to answering questions and providing tailored play activities for each unique developmental journey.

When Should Babies Receive Pediatric Physical Therapy?

Parents can call and schedule with a Pediatric Physical Therapist at any time, for any concern in all fifty states without a referral from their Pediatrician.

Pediatric Physical Therapy is medically indicated in all babies who are not rolling in all four directions by six months (back to belly over their right arm AND left arm + belly to back over their right arm AND left arm).

Pediatric Physical Therapy is medically indicated if you notice a flat spot on the back of an infants head (possible plagiocephaly), a tilt of their head consistently to one side (ear to shoulder - possible torticollis), or a rotation preference of their neck (consistently look only to the right or left - possible torticollis).

Many Pediatric Physical Therapists including Dr. Baker, can successfully treat flat spots (Plagiocephaly) without a helmet with a combination of therapy and positioning strategies if seen prior to 4 months (0-3 months is ideal). Dr. Baker uses the Baby Begin Method of repositioning.

Flat spots can be due to in-utero positioning, rotational preference (right sided flatness most common) and babies are at an increased risk for flatness if they are male, were breech, multiple birth, premature, have difficulty with tummy time, or are in containers > 2 hr/day.

Final Thoughts

Thank you for joining me on this exciting journey to support your baby's development. Your dedication to understanding and nurturing their growth warms my heart. If you have any questions, drop them in the comments below the video—I love engaging with you all and offering help where I can.

Remember, every little effort you put in makes a big difference in your baby's world. Keep up the fantastic work, and I can't wait to hear about all the rolling success stories!

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Is Rolling Over A Milestone and When Do Babies Roll Over?

 
is rolling a milestone and when do babies roll over
 

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A lot of parents are googling, “is rolling a milestone for babies?” And I am here to help you answer that question. 👋 Hi, I’m Dr. Lauren Baker, a pediatric physical therapist and I believe the more educated eyeballs we have on our babies, the better off our babies are. I do that through blogs like this on the website and youtube videos, so make sure to check out the full youtube video down below for the most comprehensive information.

The Importance of Rolling

First things first, let's address the burning question: Is rolling a milestone?

Absolutely!

Rolling from belly to back and vice versa is not just a nice-to-have skill; it's a crucial developmental milestone that signals healthy progression in your baby's physical abilities.

Here's why it's so important:

Indicates Symmetrical Development: Rolling helps us observe if the baby is developing strength and flexibility equally on both sides of the body.

Prepares for Future Milestones: Mastering rolling is essential for the next stages, such as sitting up independently and crawling. Sometimes, the impact of not rolling in all directions isn't visible until more complex skills are expected.

It might seem fine if a baby skipped rolling because it doesn’t always impact sitting on their own (but it can because rolling develops core strength, which is needed for sitting). Most of the time, babies who struggled with rolling or skipped rolling end up struggling much more with crawling than sitting.

Crawling is one of the most difficult movement milestones and it requires a lot of rotation, just like rolling. If you haven’t mastered rolling, which develops those motions, then your baby may have an underlying block that may make it more difficult to master crawling.

Encourages Exploration: It's a baby's first step towards moving independently, sparking curiosity and exploration of their surroundings.

Rolling: How Many Ways Can A Baby Do It?

Rolling involves four distinct directions:

  1. Belly to back over the right arm

  2. Belly to back over the left arm

  3. Back to belly over the right arm

  4. Back to belly over the left arm

Each direction requires different muscle movements, and if a baby struggles with any, it's crucial to understand why. This could indicate areas where your baby might need extra support or practice.

Like for example:

If a baby can roll belly to back over the right arm and Back to belly over the left arm but not in the opposite directions, they may be able to rotate their trunk to the left, but not to the right.

If a baby can roll belly to back over the left arm and Back to belly over the right arm but not in the opposite directions, they may be able to rotate their trunk to the right, but not to the left.

Baby trunk tightness is often the underlying block a baby struggles with when they struggle with rolling. You can find out more about how this fits together in my book Tummy Time and Learning to Roll, along with mobility exercises to make sure your baby can rotate in both directions equally.

Guidance from My Book: Tummy Time and Learning to Roll

To dive deeper into this subject, I've detailed everything about rolling, its significance, and practical exercises in my book, Tummy Time and Learning to Roll. It's designed to be an accessible resource for parents and pediatric healthcare providers alike. It is by far the most comprehensive resource on the topic, because it’s my entire brain on rolling, on paper + with 240+ pictures and a free online video course to put it all together.

If you notice any difficulties with rolling in your baby, the book offers checklists and step-by-step guides to support their development. Plus, you get access to that free video course and printable PDF downloads for hands-on learning and tracking progress.

CDC Milestone Updates

In 2020, the CDC updated its milestones, which stirred some confusion around rolling. I cover these changes extensively in my book, highlighting the importance of keeping a keen eye on rolling as a developmental milestone, despite these updates.

For parents information, despite what the CDC may or may not say, if you ask any PT/OT/SLP, babies should roll in all four directions by the age of six months, if they are not, there is likely an underlying reason that can be influenced by parents or healthcare providers, to assist babies in achieving their rolling milestones.

How Can You Support Your Baby's Rolling Skills?

Encourage Tummy Time: Regular tummy time from the time they are a day old strengthens neck, shoulder, and arm muscles, laying the foundation for rolling over, but hint: it’s not the ONLY play position babies need to roll (there are three others and all are listed in the book along with example photos on how parents have helped their babies play in them in their homes).

Use Toys for Motivation: Place toys slightly out of reach during tummy time to encourage your baby to stretch, reach, and eventually roll towards them. Make sure to place toys first in front, but then to the side. Toys at eye level will also help babies lift their arms to shoulder level, further prompting weight shifting and building muscles and experiences that help with rolling.

Be Patient and Supportive: Every baby develops within a range (4-6 months). Provide encouragement and gentle assistance, but allow them to achieve milestones, if they are older than 6 months, it is recommended to reach out to a Pediatric Physical Therapist for assistance.

Monitor All Directions: Keep an eye on your baby's progress in all four directions of rolling. If you notice any delays or asymmetries, consult a healthcare provider for personalized advice.

 

Curious About Learning More on Tummy Time, Rolling, or Both? 

The absolute best book for parents on tummy time and rolling is: Tummy Time and Learning to Roll: A Baby Development Book for Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers to Help Babies Learn to Roll Independently.  The book comes with a free online video course to help parents fully understand how to complete the different exercises, printable checklists to know exactly where your baby is at, and when to reach out for additional help. 

This book was written by Dr. Lauren Baker, PT, DPT, ATC, MTC, who is a Pediatric Physical Therapist in Boise, Idaho, trained in helping parents learn how to help their babies move and master their milestones. She loves teaching parents how to see how their babies are moving as well as how to influence those movements though play positions and exercises to help babies move with confidence and ease.  

Tummy Time and Learning to Roll is the first book in the Proactive Play series written by Pediatric Physical Therapist Dr. Lauren Baker in order to help Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers learn how to help babies master tummy time and learn to roll. It is meant to help ambitious parents understand baby development from birth to six months (tummy time to rolling).

This book is a mix of easy-to-follow and more in-depth information than is typically found in baby development books because Dr. Baker believes parents deserve to have all the information at their fingertips.

This book breaks down each piece of movement in checklists so that parents know what their babies need for tummy time and rolling. It also covers what areas might limit a child with rolling, why it is so important, and when to seek help from a pediatric PT.

This book comes with colored photos and easy-to-follow demonstration videos that can help parents implement safe, strategic play-based exercises with their babies in 20 minutes per day.

A Great Resource For:

  • Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers of babies 0-6 months

  • Parents of babies who are struggling with tummy time, rolling back to belly, belly to back, or only to one side

  • Access to simple, easy-to-follow videos of play positions and exercises

  • Learning the four pillars of movement needed in order to master rolling

  • 240+ Color Photo Examples of:

    • Tummy Time, Sidelying, and Back Play

    • Developmental Toys and Equipment

    • Hand Placement and Strategic Play Positions

    • Common Areas of Restriction or Weakness

    • When To Reach Out For Help


What If You Want Extra Help?

If you have concerns about their movement, remember, you can always reach out to a pediatric physical therapist. It's your right as a parent to advocate for your child's development.

Sometimes, a few tips and tricks are all you need to get your baby moving better. We're here to support you and release those mama worries. If you are looking for in home pediatric physical therapy, check our listing of therapists.

For those eager to learn more or seeking personalized guidance, I offer online video parent consultations internationally which can be scheduled by clicking here. I am dedicated to answering questions and providing tailored play activities for each unique developmental journey.

When Should Babies Receive Pediatric Physical Therapy?

Parents can call and schedule with a Pediatric Physical Therapist at any time, for any concern in all fifty states without a referral from their Pediatrician.

Pediatric Physical Therapy is medically indicated in all babies who are not rolling in all four directions by six months (back to belly over their right arm AND left arm + belly to back over their right arm AND left arm).

Pediatric Physical Therapy is medically indicated if you notice a flat spot on the back of an infants head (possible plagiocephaly), a tilt of their head consistently to one side (ear to shoulder - possible torticollis), or a rotation preference of their neck (consistently look only to the right or left - possible torticollis).

Many Pediatric Physical Therapists including Dr. Baker, can successfully treat flat spots (Plagiocephaly) without a helmet with a combination of therapy and positioning strategies if seen prior to 4 months (0-3 months is ideal). Dr. Baker uses the Baby Begin Method of repositioning.

Flat spots can be due to in-utero positioning, rotational preference (right sided flatness most common) and babies are at an increased risk for flatness if they are male, were breech, multiple birth, premature, have difficulty with tummy time, or are in containers > 2 hr/day.

Final Thoughts: Let's Stay Connected

I'm passionate about empowering parents with the knowledge and tools to support their children's development. If you've used the book and found it helpful, I'd love it if you could write a review, they help self-published authors like myself SO MUCH and I love reading them all! PS not sure where reviews are located? Go to your amazon account —> orders —> write a product review button (white button on the bottom!).

Drop your questions in the comments of the video linked above or share your experiences via DM on instagram @drlaurenbaker. Your feedback not only enriches our community but also supports the mission of making developmental information widely accessible.

Remember, you're not alone on this journey. Together, we can ensure our little ones have the strong, healthy start they deserve. Until next time, keep connecting with your babies through proactive play.

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Total Motion Release Technique: How To Teach Baby To Roll Over Back To Belly

 
How to teach baby to roll over back to belly using a total motion release technique
 

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Hello everyone! I'm Dr. Lauren Baker, your pediatric physical therapy bestie, and I'm thrilled to share with you some insights from my world of helping babies move better.

In my recent YouTube video, I dove into a Total Motion Release Technique designed for little ones and in this blog post, I hope to empower you, and all proactive parents, with the knowledge and skills to assist your babies in achieving fluid, confident movements as they begin to master rolling back to belly AND belly to back.

The Importance of Rolling: A Developmental Milestone

Rolling over is more than just a cute trick; it's a crucial developmental milestone for babies. It involves complex coordination and strength, marking a significant step in your child's growth journey.

However, some babies develop a preference for rolling in one direction, often due to tightness in their lower or upper trunk. This is where Total Motion Release (TMR) techniques can help, because sometimes the mobility limitation is the only thing holding a baby back from rolling in all four directions.

TMR: A Different Approach to Mobility

TMR is fascinating because it approaches mobility differently than traditional stretching. Instead of elongating tissues, TMR focuses on shortening them to promote relaxation and improve range of motion.

It is amazing for babies, because often babies don’t understand that their body is safe when they feel that resistance that can occur with traditional stretching.

Often, they will counter-intuitively tighten up when they feel that resistance of a tight muscle and thus limit the mobility that we are able to achieve. One of the more strange things that confuses parents with TMR, is that we interestingly, only work on the 'tight' or 'easy' side, which might seem counterintuitive, but it yields remarkable results.

My Experience with a Special Little Client

In my video, I demonstrated TMR with a baby experiencing right-sided lower trunk tightness, hindering her ability to roll over her right arm from back to belly. Using TMR, we focused on the right side, holding it for a few minutes, followed by vestibular exercises like gentle bouncing (while she was being held).

This combination not only addresses the tightness but also helps the baby's body integrate and understand the new range of motion. Once we finished both of those, we worked on rolling over, which you will be able to notice in the video that is much better directly afterward.

One of the core principles of TMR, is that you not only want to increase range of motion (that both sides of their bodies can go the same distance) but also that you make it functional by working on a skill directly afterward, like in this case: rolling.

In the video, I also demonstrate what it would look like to work on the other side if a baby was experiencing tightness on the left side.

Engaging the Baby: The Art of Distraction

Working with babies means expecting the unexpected! Not all babies are calm during therapy sessions, and that's perfectly normal. The key is to keep them engaged and happy. This might mean playing with their toes, singing songs, or introducing different toys.

The goal is to maintain their comfort while working on the techniques. In the video, you can watch as I use a few of my favorite techniques to keep this little one engaged and calm.

Assessing and Addressing Tightness

Identifying which side to work on is crucial. I often find that if a baby struggles to side bend on one side (think the “I’m a little teapot” motion), the opposite side might be tighter.

In the video, I demonstrated how to assess this on both sides, so that you have everything you need to screen your own baby. The TMR technique I used involved gentle side bending, moving their pelvis toward their elbow, ensuring not to push beyond the baby's natural resistance [make sure to watch the video or check out my book linked below to see exactly what to do!].

The Rewarding Outcome

The transformation post-TMR is always fun to watch. The baby I worked with showed a significant improvement in her ability to roll smoothly from back to belly and vice versa. She became more motivated and engaged in her movements, which is exactly what we aim for.

If I could educate parents on ANY milestone and encourage them to take just ONE seriously that could have the biggest impact on their child’s overall progress toward movement it would be rolling.

Often if a baby does not roll in all four directions, they are at a risk for struggling with crawling, but if they use all four directions of rolling they are at a much lower risk of struggling with future milestones.

TIMESTAMPS:

0:00 introduction
1:09 why babies need to roll in both directions belly to back and back to belly
2:38 how total motion release (TMR Release) is different than traditional stretching to increase mobility for babies to learn how to roll over back to belly
4:37 TMR Release Lower Trunk Sidebend to increase baby's ability to roll over back to belly
6:20 assessing which side to complete in lower trunk sidebend TMR release
8:07 example of TMR Release Lower Trunk Sidebend in Supine to help parents learn how to teach baby to roll over back to belly
12:53 improvement in teaching baby to roll over back to belly
15:17 how to work 1:1 with Dr. Lauren Baker, PT

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Curious About Learning More on Tummy Time, Rolling, or Both? 

The absolute best book for parents on tummy time and rolling is: Tummy Time and Learning to Roll: A Baby Development Book for Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers to Help Babies Learn to Roll Independently.  The book comes with a free online video course to help parents fully understand how to complete the different exercises, printable checklists to know exactly where your baby is at, and when to reach out for additional help. 

This book was written by Dr. Lauren Baker, PT, DPT, ATC, MTC, who is a Pediatric Physical Therapist in Boise, Idaho, trained in helping parents learn how to help their babies move and master their milestones. She loves teaching parents how to see how their babies are moving as well as how to influence those movements though play positions and exercises to help babies move with confidence and ease.  

Tummy Time and Learning to Roll is the first book in the Proactive Play series written by Pediatric Physical Therapist Dr. Lauren Baker in order to help Ambitious Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers learn how to help babies master tummy time and learn to roll. It is meant to help ambitious parents understand baby development from birth to six months (tummy time to rolling).

This book is a mix of easy-to-follow and more in-depth information than is typically found in baby development books because Dr. Baker believes parents deserve to have all the information at their fingertips.

This book breaks down each piece of movement in checklists so that parents know what their babies need for tummy time and rolling. It also covers what areas might limit a child with rolling, why it is so important, and when to seek help from a pediatric PT.

This book comes with colored photos and easy-to-follow demonstration videos that can help parents implement safe, strategic play-based exercises with their babies in 20 minutes per day.

A Great Resource For:

  • Parents and Pediatric Healthcare Providers of babies 0-6 months

  • Parents of babies who are struggling with tummy time, rolling back to belly, belly to back, or only to one side

  • Access to simple, easy-to-follow videos of play positions and exercises

  • Learning the four pillars of movement needed in order to master rolling

  • 240+ Color Photo Examples of:

    • Tummy Time, Sidelying, and Back Play

    • Developmental Toys and Equipment

    • Hand Placement and Strategic Play Positions

    • Common Areas of Restriction or Weakness

    • When To Reach Out For Help


What If You Want Extra Help?

If you have concerns about your baby’s movement, remember, you can always reach out to a pediatric physical therapist. It's your right as a parent to advocate for your child's development.

Sometimes, a few tips and tricks are all you need to get your baby moving better. We're here to support you and release those mama worries. If you are looking for in home pediatric physical therapy, check our listing of therapists.

I am on a mission to educate parents on proactive ways to aid their babies' movement development. If you've found this topic intriguing and wish to learn more about Total Motion Release or other strategies to assist your baby's rolling and other milestones, I encourage you to reach out for a consultation. Together, we can ensure that your little one embarks on their movement journey with confidence and ease.

For those eager to learn more or seeking personalized guidance, I offer online video parent consultations internationally and Pediatric Physical Therapy in Boise, ID and the Treasure Valley – both of which you can book by going to the appointment tab or by clicking here. I am dedicated to answering questions and providing tailored play activities for each unique developmental journey.

Final Thoughts

As a pediatric physical therapist, I find immense joy in helping little ones discover their full movement potential. Remember, every baby is unique, and their journey to milestones like rolling, sitting independently, and crawling will be just as individual.

Your involvement and understanding of techniques like TMR can make a significant difference in their development. Proactive Parents truly can influence how their children move when given the right amount of information and being shown how all the movements they are focusing on helping their littles achieve fit together.

I hope this post has given you a better understanding of how Total Motion Release can benefit your baby. I'm here to be your guide and support in this wonderful, albeit sometimes challenging, journey of parenthood. Let's help our little ones move with confidence and joy!

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