THE YEAR ONE WELLNESS BLOG
Chew on This!
Did you know that 60% of jaw growth is complete by age 6 with most of the growth occurring in the first 4 years of life? As babies grow and develop, they move from sucking patterns to chewing patterns. Teething occurs and babies begin solid foods in the form of puréed foods and/or strategically cut up, whole foods. Chewing is one of the first exercises (after sucking) that can help to develop the jaw and facial structures. Before looking at the specific benefits of chewing, it is important to know what optimal development looks like.
Can My Child Benefit from Physical Therapy?
With so much information out there, it can be really hard to narrow down what information to listen to and what information applies to your unique situation. Navigating through the ocean of information from blogs, social media, videos, and more to figure out what will work for your family and your baby can be overwhelming and scary. At Year One Wellness, we strive to ease those feelings and provide recent and relevant information to help each specific child that comes to us.
Nurturing Bonds: A Guide to Breastfeeding Bliss for New Parents
A few simple tips to evolve your breastfeeding experience
Hip Dysplasia in Babies: What You Need to Know
Hip dysplasia is a condition where a baby's hip joint doesn't develop normally. The hip is a ball and socket joint. In hip dysplasia, the hip socket is too shallow to properly support the end of the thigh bone, and the bone is somewhat displaced or dislocated out of the socket. This can potentially cause discomfort, pain, and lack of mobility. But don't fret! With early detection, proper care, and some help from an infant Physical Therapist, we can help your baby's hips grow up healthy and strong.
Brachycephaly, scaphocephaly, plagiocephaly, oh my!
What different head shapes look and what you, as a parent, can do about it.
Eyes Wide Open: A Journey Through Baby's First Year Vision Milestones
Learn about the visual milestones and activities to promote vision development.
The Power of Play: Nurturing Infant Brain Development and Adult Well-Being
Hello, parents and fellow play enthusiasts! Today, we're going to dive into the fascinating world of play, exploring its critical role in infant brain development and its enduring importance throughout our lives.
Major Milestones to Look for from Birth Through Walking
Check out a list of motor and language milestones from birth through walking, along with tips on how to encourage developmental progress
The Impact of Screen Time on Infant Development: Nurturing Little Minds in a Digital Age
Diving into a crucial topic that affects every modern family—screen time and its impact on infant development
Safe Sleep Guidelines for Babies: Creating a Consistent Sleep Schedule and Safe Sleep Guidelines Explained
Explaining the American Academy of Pediatrics’ Safe Sleep Guidelines and how the impact safety and development.
2023 Best In Birth Awards Winner - Austin
Congratulations to Dr. Kristi Hammerle for winning Best Pediatric Physical Therapist in the 2023 Best in Birth Awards ATX
Guideline for Container Use in Babies
Keep these guidelines in mind when using containers for your baby to promote optimal development and safety.
Gentle Yoga for the Busy Parent
Gentle yoga sequence designed to break up the business of your day with a little bit of intentional movement.
How to choose your baby’s first shoes!
Take the guessing out of choosing your baby’s first shoes with this simple checklist!
Postnatal Self-Care, Yoga with Baby
Simple Yoga Sequence for caregivers to practice with their baby.
How Tongue Ties Affect Your Baby's Body: What Parents Need to Know
Parents want the very best for their baby's health and well-being! One issue that can arise in newborns and infants is tongue tie (also known as ankyloglossia). A tongue tie occurs when the frenulum, the thin band of tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth, is too tight, short, or thick, which can impact various aspects of your baby's body and may require medical attention.
Belly Binding
Learn how belly binding can help during pregnancy, postpartum, and menstrual cycles.
Written by: Chloe Sopho, Ayurvedic Birth & Postpartum Doula, Former Psychologist.
How Physical and Occupational Therapy Can Help with Flat Head in Babies.
Watching your baby grow and develop is one of the most exciting things for a parent. It is also natural to be concerned about your baby's development, including the shape of their head. Flat head syndrome, technically known as positional plagiocephaly or brachycephaly, is a condition where an infant's head becomes flattened or asymmetrical due to prolonged pressure on one spot. Did you know s physical therapist can play a crucial role in correcting and preventing flat heads in babies?
Prioritizing Self-Care and Combating Isolation
How to prioritize yourself with a baby through self-care practices.
Tips to help reduce postnatal depression.
Parenthood can be hard and postnatal depression is real. Learn a set of strategies that can help decrease postnatal depression.