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Why Your Child’s Meltdowns (& Your Response) Matter More Than You Think
From tantrums to trust: Dr. Sarah Mundy shares expert tips on raising securely attached kids with calm & empathy.
Topics we cover include: • What “attachment” means in early childhood • The 4 types of attachment styles and how they develop • Why young children struggle to regulate big emotions • What separation anxiety looks like—and why it’s so common • How guilt and shame affect emotional regulation • The difference between guilt and shame in kids • What to do when conflict erupts between parent and child • Why “rupture and repair” is essential for secure attachment • Practical tips for calming your child during a meltdown • An introduction to the PACE model: Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy • What “internal working models” are—and how they guide future relationships
Why Your Baby Might Be Struggling to Feed—and What You Can Do Now
Discover the red flags of infant feeding issues, how they connect to development, & what a pediatric OT can do to help
—expert insights from Melissa Murphy & Chandler Edge.
Topics we cover include: • Early signs of feeding challenges in babies • How muscle tension can affect feeding and motor development • The link between feeding, movement, and sensory regulation • Common reasons for feeding struggles and what to do • The importance of early occupational therapy • What parents can expect from an OT evaluation and treatment • Empowering tips for moms who are worried or unsure where to turn
How to Know If Your Child Is Ready to Potty Train
Ready to ditch the diapers? Learn how to spot the signs of potty readiness, ease bathroom fears, & support your child’s continence journey with expert Tabitha Poole.
Topics we cover include: • The most common reasons parents struggle with potty training • How anxiety and constipation are connected • Signs your child is ready (and what not to look for) • How to help children with additional needs or bathroom fears • Potty schedules vs. child-led cues • What to do if your child is scared of public bathrooms • Tools and toilet attachments that make training easier • Whether rewards and potty toys help—or hurt • How healthcare providers can support families during potty training
Gross Motor Delays:
What Parents Need to Know
Learn how to spot the early signs of gross motor delays in infants and toddlers. Pediatric PT Kasha Pyka shares expert advice, strategies, & when to seek help.
Topics we cover include: • The great crawling controversy: is it really essential? • What gross motor skills are and why they matter • The first milestone every baby should reach • Whether there’s a set order to motor development • When (and if) you should compare your child to others • Understanding motor preferences in babies • How to know if your child has a gross motor delay • When to start pediatric physiotherapy—and what it looks like • The most common motor delays seen in infants and toddlers • How often to see a pediatric PT and what sessions involve
Did You Know Everyone Has 8 Senses? (Not Just 5!)
Learn about proprioception, vestibular sense, and interception—
3 hidden senses that impact your child’s balance, body awareness, & emotions.
Topics we cover include: • Why some kids crash into things or can’t sit still • What “heavy work” is—and why it helps • How swinging or spinning can support sensory regulation • Why mindfulness and yoga help children understand their feelings
What every Parent of a Preemie needs
to know about feeding their baby
Struggling to feed your preemie? Discover tips for latch, milk supply, bottle feeding & reflex development from NICU to home.
Topics we cover include: • What feeding challenges to expect depending on your baby’s gestational age (28, 32, or 36 weeks) • How oral feeding for preemies is different from full-term babies—and what to watch for • When and how preemies can start breastfeeding • How to navigate mixed feeding (formula + breastmilk) and combo feeding (bottle + breast) • What to do when your milk hasn’t come in yet • Tips for improving latching, increasing supply, and recognizing feeding cues • The truth about “primitive reflexes” (rooting, sucking, Babkin)—and what it means if they stick around too long • How to spot red flags like retained reflexes, and when to consult your pediatrician or specialist • Feeding strategies for multiples (twins, triplets, etc.) • Self-care tips for recovering parents who are pumping around the clock