May 28, 2020 | Milestones, Motor Development
Why crawling is important, baby led motor development Postpartum Stories Podcast “Another great episode this week with Eliza Parker all about baby led motor skill development. Why is crawling so important? Why we need to let our children learn on their own, and...
Oct 19, 2018 | Milestones
It’s a thing! Curious why your baby can’t seem to get his tummy off the ground to crawl on hands and knees? Seen some babies “army crawling”? Here it is! If I sound excited, it’s because I am!! Belly crawling is a major paradigm shift and...
May 11, 2015 | Milestones
“Commando” (belly crawling), sliding backwards, hands and knees, crawling with one foot, scooting on the bottom: so many ways! Plus, some say crawling is not important? This topic can get confusing, so let’s demystify it. In the first year, there’s a progression of...
May 9, 2013 | Holding & Handling
It’s true. How we hold and move babies influences their development. Here is a nifty way to hold Baby that supports movement, self-motivation, and learning. First, the position: In the picture above, we see: He’s inclined to the side How do you usually pick up, put...
May 26, 2012 | Milestones
Floor Time! Placing Baby on a variety of surfaces instigates a variety of movement opportunities. Some of you will put your babies down anywhere; others prefer a designated spot. In the first 4 months or so, having a designated spot can be very useful–a place...
