How To Improve Core Strength In Babies While Reaching For Toys

#babyexercises #pediatricphysicaltherapy #peds One of the ways to learn how to improve core strength in babies is while reaching for toys while being supported at the pelvis sitting off the edge of the couch. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 introduction 0:49 bench sitting version #1 (easier) 1:12 why is it important for my baby to have a strong core 1:53 the part of the core we often miss and can be weak in babies 2:39 lateral reaching in bench sitting off the edge of the couch 3:54 reaching backwards in bench sitting off the edge of the couch 4:42 what to do if that exercise is too difficult? 5:50 modification for lateral core strengthening 8:22 how to work with Dr. Lauren Baker, DPT TOYS IN VIDEO: Wand in video - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-ped... Other Light Up Wand - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-ped... Spiky Light Up Wand - https://amzn.to/3PCqq8N Similar Light Up Toy - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-toy... Highly Motivating Light Up Toy - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-toy... Motivating Easy to Grab Toy - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-toy... HAVE MORE QUESTIONS? request a 60 minute online parent consultation or new grad PT/SPT consultation - https://drlaurenbaker.clientsecure.me... MY BOOKS ON AMAZON: 📚New in 2021 - The Ultimate Guide To Pediatric Physical Therapy Documentation - https://amzn.to/3rLbeuU 📚Amazon Best Selling Pediatric Exercise Handbook - https://amzn.to/3dakXmT 📚The Boy and The Boomerang Children’s Book - https://amzn.to/2JuOPQb FOR PARENTS: Worried About A Baby's Head Shape? Consultations by Baby Begin - https://baby-begin.mykajabi.com/a/214... 🍼 Best Toys for Babies - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-toy... 👶 Best Toys for Toddlers - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-toy... ⛱️ Best Sensory Toys for Kids - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/best-ped... PEDIATRIC ONLINE COURSES: 1. Tummy Time 101 Course - https://movingmunchkins.thinkific.com... 2. Get Your Munchkin Moving Gross Motor Online Course 6-15 months - https://movingmunchkins.thinkific.com... - $5 OFF with code: drlaurenbaker FITNESS FOR WOMEN: 💪 Free 30 minute home workouts - https://www.girlsquadfit.com/free-wor... 👋 Workout with me in The Girl Squad - https://www.beachbodyondemand.com/gro... 🎙Decrease your resistance to fitness podcast - https://girlsquadfit.com/podcast MY FAVORITE THINGS: 🏋️♀️ Shop my home gym equipment - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/home-gym... ⚡ Must have injury prevention equipment - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/injury-p... 📗All time favorite books - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/all-time... 📖 What I’m reading in 2022 - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/2022-books 📘Read lots & lots of books using a kindle unlimited subscription here - https://amzn.to/3qZI5eT FOR PTs: 💻 Start Your Own Cash Based Mobile Pediatric Business with Simple Practice (EMR, Scheduling, Payment) - https://share.simplepractice.com/wy2ff 🧭 Learn How To Create An Online Course & Host It For Free For Life ($50/mo savings) - https://girlsquadfit.com/waim 🔖 Books For PTs - https://kit.co/drlaurenbaker/books-fo... Take Baby Begin’s Plagiocephaly and Torticollis Course - https://baby-begin.mykajabi.com/a/214... CONNECT OFF YOUTUBE: 📸 Instagram -   / drlaurenbaker   WEBSITES - https://www.girlsquadfit.com & https://www.drlaurenbaker.com ⌨️ Send me an email: [email protected] 👩⚕️Find a PT - http://aptaapps.apta.org/APTAPTDirect... 🧑🏿⚕️Find a PT specialized in Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - https://pelvicrehab.com/ DISCLAIMERS: The information provided on this site is intended for your general knowledge only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment for specific medical conditions. You should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your condition. By watching this video you release Dr. Lauren Baker, PT, DPT, ATC, MTC and all related parties from any and all liability. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. The links listed above are likely affiliate links (amazon or other programs), which means I earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Music from intro courtesy of: Campfire by Scandinavianz   / scandinavianz   Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/_campfire Music promoted by Audio Library    • Campfire – Scandinavianz (No Copyright Music)