Motor

Fine motor skills refer to the small movements that occur in the hands. You may not notice your baby doing much with their hands yet but someday those fine motor skills will help them with performing everyday tasks like buttoning shirts, turning pages, and even gripping a pencil. Helping your baby develop their fine motor …

Mastering the art of tummy time can be a challenge for new parents and every baby is different! I had one baby that seemed to love tummy time and one that did not. Cries, protests, and unhappy little faces may leave you feeling guilty and discouraged. But here’s the bright side—this seemingly torturous exercise is …

Why You Want to Avoid Infant Walkers As a parent, you naturally want what’s best for your little one, including tools and aids that might help them reach milestones, such as taking their first steps.  However, the use of baby walkers has been a subject of concern – not only is there a hidden risk …

Are you looking for the best baby toys for your infant’s fine motor development?  There are so many options that it can be a bit overwhelming when buying toys for your little one.  I think it is best to keep it simple! After working in early intervention for 6 years and my experiences with my …

Your baby’s motor skills include those needed to move and discover the world.  They are usually broken up into two groups called fine motor and gross motor.  Fine motor skills refer to smaller movements (think hands and fingers) and gross motor skills refers to large muscle movements (whole body strength and coordination). All children develop differently so know that if your baby is …