Early Warning Signs of Cerebral Palsy in Infants Birth to 12 Months: A Complete Resource Guide for Proactive Parents, Caregivers, and Professionals

Cerebral palsy (CP) is a broad term used to describe a group of disorders that affect a person's ability to move, maintain balance, and control their posture. It is the most common motor disability in childhood, occurring in approximately 1 in 345 children (1). This resource guide is designed to empower proactive parents with knowledge about the early warning signs of cerebral palsy in infants from birth to 12 months old. Early identification of potential signs, coupled with prompt intervention, can have a profound impact on a child's development and overall well-being and getting on top of their optimal development despite life-long challenges that may be inevitable.

Please note that the wording in red is important insights about Cerebral Palsy (CP) by Movement Lesson.

Blog Summary: 

• What is Cerebral Palsy
  • Types of Cerebral...

Understanding Baby Hiccups: A Complete Guide for Proactive Parents

Blog Summary:

• Typical Baby Hiccup Patterns
• Warning Signs of Baby Hiccups
• When to Seek Immediate Medical Attention
• When to Consult Your Pediatrician
• Tips for Helping Your Baby Get Rid of Hiccups
• Movement Lesson - The Place Were Optimal Development Begins!
  • A Short Story by Erin Fulks

• Get A Movement Review And Movement Lesson Support

• Comparison of AAP and Hospital Information
• Conclusion
• Works Cited

Hiccups are common in babies, often causing concern for new parents (1). This article provides a comprehensive guide to baby hiccups, drawing on information from both hospital doctors and pediatricians. We'll explore typical hiccup patterns, warning signs, and tips for managing hiccups in your little one.

Typical Baby Hiccup Patterns

Hiccups in babies are usually harmless and don't bother them much. They are caused by spasms of the diaphragm, the muscle that separates the chest from the abdomen and plays...

Gravitational Primitive Reflexes - the missing link to understanding primitive reflexes.

• 1. The Fetal Neutral Reflex - the foundation for in-utero growth.

• 2. The Breathing Reflex - establishing the body's ability to resist gravity and facilitating neurological integration.

• 3. The Absolute Horizon Reflex - regulating gravity's influence for spatial awareness.

• 4. The Airplane Reflex - This is not covered in my...

Hello Proactive Caregiver, 

Here is a summary of what will be covered in this blog:

• Why Do I Have to Do It

• Optimal Movement Feels Good

• Sept 2 - 6, 2024 - Do ML With Me! NEW SCHEDULE and Links

• New YouTube Videos

  • Can't Roll Over and Heavy Head (Example)
  • Early Check Tips
  • 3 Reasons Why Your Baby Isn't Milestoning

• Blog Post 

  • Mom Approve - 6 Essential Baby Exercises

• Last Week's ML Support Topics

• Upcoming Webinars

• Upcoming Travel Intensives and In-Person Clinic Training with Michelle - Limited Time

   

Why Do I Have to Do It?

I called my sister last week, and we talked about how challenging it is to work with our children's different personalities and even our husbands.

We equally expressed the frustration of asking our kids to clean something, and it just doesn't get clean.

I told my sister that my kids keep asking "why" they need to be clean, and I am obviously not giving them a good enough answer because it's...

Hello Proactive Parent, Grandparent, or Therapist,  

Here is a summary of what will be covered in this blog:

• Tummy Time Exercises and the Coming to Sitting Milestone

• It's Not About Going Backwards in Development; It's About Giving Your Child the Movement Foundations Needed for Optimal Development

• Aug 26 - Aug 30, 2024 - DO ML WITH ME Schedule and Links

• New YouTube Videos

  • Jumping
  • How to Help Your Baby Reach Milestones
  • 3 Signs of Vision Concerns

• Blog Post 

  • High vs. Low Muscle Tone Baby - How Muscle Tone is Developed at Birth

• Last Week's ML Support Topics

• Upcoming Webinars

• Upcoming Travel Intensives and In-Person Clinic Training with Michelle - Limited Time

   

Tummy Time Exercises and the Coming to Sitting Baby Milestones

I have spent the last week or two doing Michelle's Tummy Time exercises from the Tummy Time course on my 18-month-old. In that time, I made it through 13 exercises, spending 15 to 20 minutes on each...

Hello Proactive Parent, Grandparent, or Therapist,  

• How to Get out of the Frustration Cycle

• Why Optimal Development is Time-dictated

• Aug 19 - Aug 23, 2024 - DO ML WITH ME Schedule and Links

• New YouTube Videos

• Blog Post - Pelvis Function and Movement

• Last Week's ML Support Topics

• Upcoming Webinars

• Upcoming Travel Intensives and In-Person Clinic Training with Michelle - Limited Time

   

How to Get Out of the Frustration Cycle

For years, my most present emotion was frustration (and it still kind of is). I have found myself in a constant cycle of progress and frustration. 

I did not understand the cycle. Things would be good, but inevitably, frustration would come. I could never pinpoint what caused it, which made me even more frustrated. 

In these moments, I found it hard not to fall into a cycle of depression and anxiety. 

I have a lot going on in my life. I have seven children (three of whom...

Hello Proactive Parent, Grandparent, or Therapist,  

• Home Improvements and Gentle Touch

• Gentle Touch, Breath, and Optimal Development

• Aug 5 - Aug 9 DO ML WITH ME Schedule and Links

• New YouTube Videos

• Blog Post Review

• Last Week's ML Support Topics

• Upcoming Webinars

• Upcoming Travel Intensives and In-Person Clinic Training with Michelle - Limited Time

   

Home Improvements and Gentle Touch

Seven years ago, as a young mother to two small children, one of whom had severe special needs, I decided that I did not want to spend hours every day cleaning my house. I needed to figure out how to organize my house so I could easily clean it in an hour or less every day and spend more quality time with my children. 

For many years, I have envisioned a clean and organized home, and as a result, I have continually worked to find ways to organize my house more efficiently.

One big step towards this goal happened when my mother helped...

Hello Proactive Parent, Grandparent, or Therapist,  

• Optimization and Improvements I Noticed with My Kids this Last Week

• Home Improvements and Movement

• July 29 - Aug 2 DO ML WITH ME Schedule and Links (Replays Available in Optimal Development Program)

• New YouTube Videos

• Blog Post Review

• Upcoming Webinars

• Upcoming Travel Intensives and In-Person Clinic Training with Michelle - Limited Time 

One subtle difference I noticed with my daughter, Christina, this week after I did ML on her came when walking into the grocery store. I am always pulling her to some degree as I walk, and this time she walked right with me. I didn't have to do any pulling, It was cool!

Julia is finally off oxygen, which means her breathing is optimizing. 

Margaret can maintain sitting and spin herself around in circles to self-play a bit. The right arm is still pretty useless, but occasionally it moves.

BIG SUPRISE this week, Margaret is...