If you've ever peeked into a pediatric therapy session, you might have wondered, "Are they just playing?" You may see a child building an obstacle course, feeding a toy dinosaur, swinging, stacking blocks, or pretending to run a restaurant. It can look very different...
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Flat Feet in Kids: When to Consider Physical Therapy
Understanding your child’s feet, posture, and development — and how PedsTeam in Southaven, MS supports healthy movement. Many parents first notice their child’s flat feet when buying shoes, watching them run, or comparing their posture to siblings. It can be...
What Are Primitive Reflexes and Their Effects
Primitive reflexes are automatic movements that originate in the brainstem. They help with essential early skills such as breastfeeding, responding to sensory input, and learning how to move against gravity. According to trusted pediatric therapy organizations such as...
Why Floor Time Matters: A Physical Therapist’s Guide to Tummy Time, Push Walkers, and Avoiding “Containers”
As parents, it’s natural to want to keep your baby safe, happy, and entertained — especially when you’re juggling a hundred things at once. Bouncers, jumpers, and baby walkers might seem like easy ways to keep little ones occupied, but too much time in these...
The Power of Reading Together for Children’s Development
At PedsTeam Pediatric Therapy in Southaven, MS, we love helping children discover the joy of communication — and one of the best tools for language growth is something simple you probably already have at home: books. Reading with your child — no matter their age or...