Understanding Baby Development Milestones with Nicole Pates

Thriving Parent-ing

For this week's episode, I welcome Nicole Pates, a pediatric physio at Western Kids Health, to discuss baby development milestones. Nicole offers detailed insights into understanding what's normal in physical development and provides reassurance for concerned parents. They cover a range of key milestones such as rolling, crawling, sitting, and walking, explaining the broad timelines and variations that are normal for these developments.

Nicole emphasised the importance of considering each baby's unique factors, including genetics, personality, opportunities for movement, and family support. We also discuss how to encourage development through meaningful play, stressing the significance of connection over correction.

Throughout the episode of Thriving Parent-ing, Nicole's approach centers on building parental confidence and understanding, highlighting that each baby's developmental journey is individual and unique.

About Nicole:

Nicole is a paediatric physiotherapist who is passionate about reducing milestone stress and supporting parents to connect through play. Nicole is the founder the Baby Play Academy, an online subscription with everything you need to support your baby's development; with over 300 play ideas, milestone masterclasses, webinars & more including therapists on hand to answer your questions. Nicole is also the founder & director of Western Kids Health, a private allied health clinic in Perth, WA .

Website: www.nicolekidsphysio.com and www.westernkidshealth.com

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