Join us for an insightful conversation with Dr. Allie Chisholm as she shares her journey from a pediatric physical therapist to becoming a mother and how it reshaped her approach to supporting both infants and their caregivers during the vulnerable postpartum period.Key Topics:Background & JourneyTransition into MotherhoodHolistic Care ApproachBirth Experiences & Infant DevelopmentPrimitive Reflexes & Early Postpartum InterventionsTongue Tie Controversy & Management StrategiesTummy Time Benefits Beyond Motor Skills – Addressing common parental anxieties regarding SIDS while emphasizing varied approaches to tummy time practice.Plagiocephaly (Head Flatness) Insights – Conservative treatment strategies over helmet use when appropriate, focusing on early detection and intervention techniques within critical age windows.Takeaways:Parenting is humbling; practical experience often diverges from theoretical knowledge—embrace this learning curve!Support systems are crucial—both professional guidance like PTs who consider family dynamics holistically but also peer networks sharing similar journeys can be invaluable resources too!If you’ve experienced pregnancy/baby loss, you don’t have to cope alone, reach out to us for support and check out the other podcasts that helped Dr. Allie as she navigated this challenge: The Birth Hour & The Worst Girl Gang Ever. Quotes:"Motherhood will humble you right where you need it most.""Working collaboratively ensures families feel supported instead of sidelined."Connect with Dr. Allie Chisholm, PT, DPT: www.themovingpeanut.comOn Instagram @themovingpeanutDownload my FREE Meditation here. 

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