PEDIATRIC THERAPY FOR BREASTFEEDING, TORTICOLLIS, & MILESTONES
HAPPY, TENSION-FREE BABIES ARE OUR SPECIALTY
Watching your little one struggle with the basic things can be tough. We can help your baby get comfortable and enjoy feeding times, avoid or shorten helmet-wearing, and even master tummy time, sitting, rolling, crawling, and walking.
SAY GOODBYE TO TENSION & HELLO TO FREEDOM
Overcome torticollis, body tension, milestone delays, and breastfeeding challenges with our pediatric physical therapy and wellness programs for babies from birth through walking.
From Birth to Walking
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Physical Therapy
One-on-one in-home, in-clinic, or virtual therapy for milestone delay, head flattening, torticollis (tight neck/body), tongue/lip tie, feeding difficulties, gas/reflux, and discomfort.
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Motor Milestones Check
One-on-one in-home, in-clinic, or virtual motor milestones screening by a developmental expert. Purposeful play activities are given to help your baby progress to the next milestone.
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Baby Play Class
Learn alongside other parents and babies how to promote purposeful play, healthy communication, and motor development for babies 0-18 months! Classes are led by a pediatric physical therapist and a speech-language pathologist who specialize in infant development.
Certificates and Awards
YEAR ONE WELLNESS CAN HELP BRING JOY BACK TO PARENTING
Experience peace-of-mind and gain confidence with Year One Wellness by your side. Together, we can help free your child from the movement challenges that can get in the way of your baby thriving and enjoying what babies do: eat, sleep, and play!
We offer a free 15-minute consultation for new clients
Physical Therapy
Home or office visits for families in Austin, TX and surrounding area. Virtual visits available for all of Texas.
Our pediatric physical therapists are specialized in infant development and use a gentle, active, full-body approach to effectively treat:
Torticollis (Tight Neck) & Body Tension
Plagiocephaly (Head Flattening)
Motor Milestone Delays
Tongue/Lip Tie & Breastfeeding Difficulties
Bottle & Breastfeeding Challenges
Pre & Post Tongue Tie Surgery Rehab
Reflux & Gas
Prematurity & Other Medical Conditions
Learn more about how our infant physical therapy services can help your baby overcome these challenges.
We offer a free 15-minute consultation for new clients
ONGOING EARLY DEVELOPMENT
& WELLNESS SUPPORT
In-person and virtual options available.
Check-ins and play options to keep your child progressing through each new milestone and even make friends along the way. All children are welcome.
Motor Milestones Check
Baby Play Classes in Austin, TX
PARENT EDUCATION
Resources and everything we wish parents knew about baby play and development along with our no-cry tummy time tips.
Available online and on-demand for your convenience.
Motor Milestone Guide (Free Download)
Our Blog
WE BELIEVE EVERY CHILD DESERVES
THE OPPORTUNITY TO REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL
Meet Our Founder
DR. KRISTI HAMMERLE, PT, DPT, CBS
Doctor of Physical Therapy,
Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
“it is my passion to help babies achieve a strong foundation for successful life-long development - from day one.”
Kristi is a passionate pediatric physical therapist and certified breastfeeding specialist, dedicated to helping families and babies thrive. With over 250 hours of postdoctoral continuing education and mentorship under the nation’s leading experts in infant physical therapy and lactation consulting, Kristi is a trusted expert in her field.
As the founder of Year One Wellness, Kristi is committed to providing personalized care to families and babies, from birth through walking. With a focus on early childhood wellness and function, Year One Wellness’ approach to physical therapy and play is gentle, proven, and rooted in current, evidence-based research.
BABY PLAY CLASSES IN AUSTIN, TX
LET US SUPPORT YOU AND YOUR BABY THROUGH
THEIR MOST IMPORTANT YEAR OF LIFE
Play & Coo
(0-6 months)
Practice how to play with your baby during wake windows with no-cry tummy time, rolling, reaching, sitting, and purposeful play
Screen for head turn preference/torticollis and learn how to prevent head flattening
Learn all about how to respond to initial coos and setting a communication and social-emotional foundation
Cruise & Chat
(6-18 months)
Practice sitting, crawling, walking, and transitions to help your baby learn how to move independently.
Learn how to improve communication with your baby with sign language, and verbal & daily routines
Debunk myths around bilingualism, screen time, and toy selections
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OUR SERVICE AREA
We are located in Austin, TX and provide both clinic and concierge (home) visits. We travel to Travis and Williamson County, including the cities of Dripping Springs, Austin, Bee Cave, Cedar Park, Leander, Liberty Hill, Georgetown, Pflugerville, Round Rock, and Hutto. Please contact us for a free consultation and we will let you know if we are able to service your area. If not, we offer virtual consultations to help you meet your goals.