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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...
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...
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...
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...
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,...
Raising a child is never a simple journey—and when your child has developmental delays or special needs, that journey can feel even more overwhelming. For Spanish-speaking families, there are often additional challenges: navigating English-speaking systems,...
At PedsTeam, our speech, occupational, and physical therapists work with children from birth to 21, and we’ve seen firsthand how Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) helps children find their voice, reduce frustration, and even strengthen their spoken...