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Not all pacifiers support oral development the same way!The Ninni Pacifier is designed to be extremely soft and flexible...
03/13/2026

Not all pacifiers support oral development the same way!

The Ninni Pacifier is designed to be extremely soft and flexible, encouraging babies to use their tongue, lips, and oral muscles more actively — similar to breastfeeding mechanics.

For some babies working through latch difficulties, oral motor challenges, or feeding coordination, tools like this can be helpful alongside guidance from a specialized physical therapist!

As always, every baby is different — and the best approach is one that supports your baby’s individual feeding journey!

You may have heard the term frenectomy when talking about lip, tongue, or cheek ties — but did you know babies benefit f...
03/11/2026

You may have heard the term frenectomy when talking about lip, tongue, or cheek ties — but did you know babies benefit from therapy before AND after a release?

Frenectomy pre-hab focuses on supporting oral motor strength, coordination, and feeding function before a procedure if one is recommended. This can help babies build better movement patterns and prepare their muscles. Post-frenectomy therapy helps babies learn to use their new mobility, reinforce functional feeding patterns, and continue building strength and coordination.

Every baby and every oral tie is different, which is why working closely with a specialized PT, lactation consultant, and a pediatric dentist is so important when determining the best plan of care for your baby!

Our goal is always to support function, development, and confident caregivers along the way. 💛

What skills should we start seeing around 10–12 months? 👶✨This is such an exciting stage of development! During this tim...
03/09/2026

What skills should we start seeing around 10–12 months? 👶✨

This is such an exciting stage of development! During this time babies are typically becoming more curious, more mobile, and much more confident exploring their environment. You may start to see:

✨ Getting in and out of positions independently
✨ Independent 4-point crawling
✨ Pull to stand
✨ Improved standing abilities
✨ Cruising along furniture

Every baby develops at their own pace, but this stage is all about building strength, balance, and confidence for walking! 💛

Call us for a consultation if your 10-12mo old is not quite showing these skills yet!

03/06/2026

Look at the difference just 3 weeks can make! ✨

Shelby has been putting in the work every session, building strength, confidence, and control with her movements. Improvements like this floor-to-stand transition show how consistency with home exercises and play-based skilled physical therapy can really add up to make these big milestones happen.

We are so proud of her and can’t wait to watch her continue progressing toward independent walking! 💛

Cash-based care isn’t about avoiding insurance…It’s about protecting the quality of your treatment.At Purpose Health & W...
03/04/2026

Cash-based care isn’t about avoiding insurance…

It’s about protecting the quality of your treatment.

At Purpose Health & Wellness, that means:
✔️ No insurance limitations
✔️ A full-body approach
✔️ Personalized treatment every visit

Because your body deserves more!

The 3–6 month stage is where strength really starts to build 💛During this time, babies are gaining head control, discove...
03/02/2026

The 3–6 month stage is where strength really starts to build 💛

During this time, babies are gaining head control, discovering their hands, and learning how to move with more purpose. While this isn’t a complete list, here are some exciting gross motor skills you may start to see:

✨ Improved head control in all positions
✨ Pushing up onto hands during tummy time
✨ Rolling tummy to back
✨ Supported sitting, propped sitting
✨ Reaching for toys with intention

Remember — there is a range for all milestones. Every baby develops at their own pace.

If your little one is closer to 5–6 months and struggling with head control, tummy time tolerance, or showing a strong side preference, it may be helpful to connect with a pediatric physical therapist for further guidance.

We’re always here to support you 🤍

Progress isn’t always linear or fast — sometimes it’s just choosing to keep moving. One step at a time, forward is forwa...
02/27/2026

Progress isn’t always linear or fast — sometimes it’s just choosing to keep moving. One step at a time, forward is forward. Good things are up ahead! 🤍

This is where things start to get FUN! 🤍The 6–9 month age range is when you’ll see so much movement happening. Babies ar...
02/25/2026

This is where things start to get FUN! 🤍

The 6–9 month age range is when you’ll see so much movement happening. Babies are building strength, coordination, and confidence in big ways during this season.

While this isn’t a complete list, here are some exciting gross motor skills often emerging during this time:
✨ Consistently rolling tummy to back and back to tummy
✨ Sitting independently
✨ Transitioning in and out of sitting
✨ Playing in side sitting
✨ Pushing up onto hands and knees

Remember — every little one develops at their own pace. That’s why there’s a healthy range for these milestones to appear.
If your baby is around 8–9 months and not showing signs of these skills yet, it may be helpful to consult with a skilled pediatric physical therapist for guidance and peace of mind.

We’re always here to support you 🤍

Crawling is more than just getting from point A to B — it’s building the foundation for strength, coordination, and over...
02/23/2026

Crawling is more than just getting from point A to B — it’s building the foundation for strength, coordination, and overall motor development! 👶💛

While babies may experiment with variations like the b***y scoot or hitch crawl, the hands-and-knees 4-point crawl is the preferred pattern because it promotes symmetrical core activation, shoulder stability, and balanced muscle development.

If your little one consistently sticks to a non-4-point crawl, it’s worth an evaluation to make sure their movement skills are developing evenly. We’re here to help you navigate the next steps! Call us for an evaluation: 334-316-3781!

02/20/2026

Over the last few months, Everly has been absolutely thriving! Each session, she amazes us with her growing strength and confidence. She’s taking more confident steps, showing improved proprioception and balance reactions, navigating over objects with ease, running, and falling far less often. Watching her growth has been such a special experience. We are so incredibly proud of this sweet girl!

The first few months go by in a blur… but there are so many little milestones happening behind the scenes 🤍Here are just...
02/16/2026

The first few months go by in a blur… but there are so many little milestones happening behind the scenes 🤍

Here are just a few exciting gross motor moments to look for in the first 0–3 months of your baby’s life! While this isn’t a complete list, these are some small (but mighty!) changes that show your baby is growing stronger every day.
✨ Raises their head and chest during tummy time
✨ Bringing hands to mouth
✨ Beginning to push through their arms
✨ Turning their head side to side

Every baby develops at their own pace — these milestones are guides, not deadlines. If you ever have questions about your little one’s development, we’re always here to help 🤍

Happy Valentines’s Day from the Purpose Health and Wellness girlies! Sending ALL the love and hugs to our patients and f...
02/14/2026

Happy Valentines’s Day from the Purpose Health and Wellness girlies! Sending ALL the love and hugs to our patients and families today! 🩷

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