Is W-sitting actually bad for babies and toddlers? As a pediatric physical therapist, I break down when it’s completely normal, when it might be a concern, and what you can do at home to support your baby’s development – without overthinking it.

If your little one seems gassy, fussy, or uncomfortable after feeds, you’re not alone. In this post, I share 5 gentle, natural ways to help your baby find relief — without medication — using simple positions and massages you can try right at home. These are the same techniques I teach families in my virtual consults to support digestion, reduce tension, and bring more peace to those long nights.

Rolling is your baby’s first big step toward independence. In this post, I explain why rolling is so important for your baby’s physical and cognitive development, when it typically happens, and how to encourage it through play. You’ll also learn what’s normal, when to seek support, and how this small milestone sets the stage for sitting, crawling, and more.

Noticing your baby crawl with one leg out or in a “janky” three-point crawl? This guide explains what hitch crawling is, why it happens, simple exercises you can try at home (including my favorite crawling tool, the Nugget Play Couch), and when it might be time to get extra support.