Summer vacation is an exciting time for many families. School is out, routines relax, and children finally get a break from packed schedules and homework. While summer can bring more freedom, family time, and opportunities for growth, it can also create challenges for...
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PedsTeam Named Southaven’s #1 Speech Therapy Clinic for 2025 & 2026
We are incredibly honored to share that BusinessRate has recognized PedsTeam as the #1 ranked Speech Therapy clinic in Southaven for both 2025 and 2026. For us, this is about so much more than a ranking. More importantly, this recognition reflects the trust families...
Does My Child Need Therapy or Will They “Grow Out of It”?
If you’ve ever found yourself wondering whether your child really needs therapy—or if they’ll eventually “catch up” on their own—you’re not alone. This is one of the most common questions parents ask, and it comes from a place of love, hope, and wanting the best for...
Pediatric Physical Therapy vs. Occupational Therapy: What’s the Difference?
If your child has been referred for therapy, you may be wondering: Do they need physical therapy or occupational therapy? It’s a very common question—and an important one. While pediatric physical therapy (PT) and occupational therapy (OT) often work closely together,...
Understanding Emotional Regulation: Support for Families
Big feelings are a normal part of childhood. From toddler tantrums to school-age frustration and teenage mood swings, understanding emotional regulation—what’s normal and what might need support? For some children, emotional regulation feels harder than it should—and...
Understanding Gravitational Insecurity in Children: What It Is, What It Looks Like, and How Therapy Can Help
Does your child avoid swings, panic on stairs, or become extremely upset when their feet leave the ground? Do they cling tightly when being picked up or resist activities that other kids seem to enjoy? For some children, these reactions go beyond typical fear or...
Toe Walking in Children: When It’s Typical and When to Seek Help
If you’ve noticed your child walking on their toes, you’re not alone. Toe walking is a common concern we hear from families at PedsTeam in Southaven, MS, and it often raises a lot of questions:Is this normal? Will they grow out of it? Do we need therapy? The good news...
How to Talk to and Play With Your Little Kids to Boost Skills
From the moment your child starts babbling, pointing, or showing you their favorite toy, they’re communicating. For babies and toddlers, play IS language—and the way we talk, respond, and join in their play has a huge impact on how their speech and communication...