Pediatric Therapist Milestone Advancement Pathway

Why your baby falls backward when trying to walk is one of the most common — and most misunderstood — moments in early walking development. If your baby is cruising along the furniture but keeps falling backward the moment they let go, this video is for you.
I'm Cherrick Gordon, MSPT, a pediatric physical therapist with over 20 years of experience in early intervention with babies and toddlers ages 0–3. In this video I break down exactly why the "back dive" happens, what's actually missing between cruising and independent walking, and three things you can start doing at home today.

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These comprehensive resources explain that tummy time is a fundamental activity for infants, essential for building the muscle strength required to reach milestones like crawling and sitting. To make the practice more enjoyable, experts suggest starting from the day a baby returns home and utilizing alternative positions such as chest-to-chest reclining, the football carry, or using a nursing pillow for support. The guides emphasize that this supervised play prevents flat head syndrome and integrates natural reflexes while providing vital sensory and bonding opportunities. Parents are encouraged to keep sessions brief and frequent, using toys and social interaction to increase a child's tolerance. Furthermore, the texts offer clinical markers to help caregivers identify when a lack of progress or physical asymmetry might require a consultation with a professional therapist. Progress is tracked through monthly developmental goals, moving from basic head control to active environmental exploration.

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Is your baby straining to poop but nothing is coming out? 😣Save this post — these are the exact 3 massage moves + foot reflexology technique I use with families in early intervention sessions.✅ Clockwise Belly Circles
✅ I Love You Massage
✅ Bicycling
✅ Foot ReflexologyThe full step-by-step video is on the channel now — go watch it and come back and tell me which move worked for your little one! 👇📥 Grab my FREE Baby Milestone Checklist here:
👉 preview.mailerlite.io/forms/1795021/17644598030395… Cherrick Gordon, MSPT

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Is your baby scooting everywhere but still not crawling? You're not alone — and there's actually a reason this happens that most parents don't know about.
In this video, I break down exactly why some babies skip crawling, what your baby's scooting style can tell you, and what you can do at home to help.
Watch here 👇
https://youtu.be/YKl5SCbLN40?si=nm7p0...
— Cherrick Gordon, MSPT | Pediatric Physical Therapist

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Before you start stretching your baby's neck, it's important to pause, slow down and understand what Torticollis is all about.

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Is your baby carrier actually safe? As a pediatric physical therapist specializing in 0-3 years, I'm breaking down everything parents need to know about baby carrier safety — because how you wear your baby matters more than you think.
In this post, I'm covering:
✅ The T.I.C.K.S. rule for safe babywearing
✅ Common positioning mistakes that can affect your baby's hip and airway safety
✅ What to look for when choosing a carrier
✅ Age and developmental stage guidelines
Your baby's position in a carrier directly impacts their hip development, breathing, and even their motor development. The good news? Safe babywearing is simple once you know what to look for.
📥 Download my FREE Baby Developmental Milestone Checklist to track your baby's progress from 0-3 years:
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🚨 If your baby scoots on their bottom instead of crawling — please watch this.
Most parents think it's adorable.
As a Pediatric Physical Therapist, it's one of the first things I look for.
Bottom shuffling can be a sign that your baby is avoiding weight through their arms and legs — and that's something worth paying attention to early.
The good news? Early awareness means early action.
I just dropped a video breaking down exactly what bum shuffling is, why it matters, and what you can do about it at home.
👇 Watch it here:
https://youtu.be/9uRVHe0XA9I?si=PqjiN...
Save this post and share it with a parent who needs to see it. 💛

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Which specific muscle is most commonly associated with the tightness seen in Congenital Muscular Torticollis?

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