If you’ve ever wondered what to actually do with your newborn during awake time — especially when you’re tired, touched out, and trying your best — this post is for you. As a pediatric PT and mom of 3, I’m sharing simple, realistic ways to support your baby’s development (without adding pressure to your already full days). Gentle ideas, connection-first activities, and what truly matters in the 0–12 week stage.

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.

Finding time to read as a new mom can feel impossible — but audiobooks have been my saving grace. These five titles carried me through postpartum, early motherhood, and the messy, beautiful moments in between. Perfect for stroller walks, nap time chores, or any time you need to feel seen and supported.

Baby spit-up and reflux can feel confusing — and the internet doesn’t help. In this post, Dr. Alli breaks down what’s actually normal, when to worry, and how to support your baby’s comfort (without the fear-mongering).

Dads matter, too. This holiday gift guide is full of realistic, heartfelt ideas for new dads — from bonding tools to stress-savers — all chosen by a pediatric physical therapist & mom of 3.

When a new baby arrives, the spotlight shifts — but new moms deserve care, too. In this heartfelt holiday gift guide, pediatric PT and mom of three, Dr. Alli Chisholm, shares real-life postpartum must-haves that actually make a difference — from comfy clothes and nursing gear to recovery tools and little luxuries that help moms feel human again.

The first six months are all about connection, feeding, and laying the groundwork for movement. In this holiday gift guide, pediatric PT and mom Dr. Alli shares her favorite toys, feeding tools, and soothing essentials that babies actually use—and parents truly appreciate.

Making the decision about a tongue tie release for your baby can feel overwhelming—and sometimes even filled with guilt. In this post, I share my honest perspective as both a pediatric physical therapist and a mom, plus the exact steps you can take to feel confident in whatever decision you make for your little one.

I don’t remember where I first heard it, but during one of the many TOTS (tethered oral tissues) trainings I took after having my first baby with feeding struggles, a provider said something that I’ll never forget:

“We have to consider the mental health of the baby, too.”

And the context? The over-recommendation of oral tie releases and the way aftercare is handled.

I wanted to share with you five ways I’ve actually been allowing myself to feel all the feels this time around [after a third recurrent miscarriage]. Without judgment and with the utmost compassion…

There is a lot of pressure that society and/or a mother places on postpartum moms to “bounce back” after having a baby. This unnecessary pressure can place a lot of stress and self-consciousness on a mama, when a new mom is probably already stressed about everything that comes with the new phase of life that they’re in taking care of a newborn, and potentially other kiddos in the household.

Creating a “yes” space is one of the best ways to encourage your baby’s development and independence — while keeping them safe and giving you peace of mind. In this post, I walk you through simple, real-life setups for safe baby floor time, from Pack N Plays to gated rooms, so you can say yes to movement and rest easy knowing your baby’s play area is supporting their growth.