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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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
Thanksgiving is often described as a time for family, gratitude, and of course — food. But for families of children with special needs, the holiday can bring a unique set of challenges. Changes in routine, unfamiliar foods, large gatherings, and lots of noise can...
Caring for a child with special needs is a journey filled with love, resilience, and unexpected challenges. Parents and caregivers often wear many hats—advocate, teacher, nurse, and cheerleader—while also trying to maintain balance for the whole family. At PedsTeam in...
As parents, one of the most exciting milestones is hearing your child’s first words. From “mama” and “dada” to full sentences, speech and language development is a journey. But many parents find themselves asking: When should my child talk? At PedsTeam in Southaven,...