Before a baby is born, or ever takes their first step, reaches for a toy, or rolls across the floor, a remarkable sequence of automatic movements has already begun shaping their development. These early movements are primitive reflex movements and are the body’s built-in blueprint… Read More »How Primitive Reflexes Kick-Start a Baby’s Movement
When a child is struggling with learning, attention, coordination, or emotional regulation parents and teachers can feel compelled to find a solution that will “fix things” quickly. Rhythmic Movement Training (RMTi) is a powerful tool for supporting the brain and nervous system in these areas… Read More »Why Rhythmic Movement Training Is Not a Quick Fix
When my son began swimming lessons, I was left perplexed. On land, he had no trouble following instructions and he seemed within the expected range of emotional maturity for his age at the time. He also was a kid who loved water – bathtime, the… Read More »When Reflexes Interfere: Understanding Swimming Difficulties in Children
Ever catch yourself wondering why it takes a bit more effort to handwrite these days? Dismayed at why students struggle to write “neatly” rows of cursive previous generations mastered? Handwriting in general, with the advancement of digital-based communication, is on the decline. In some international… Read More »Handwriting. A Lost Art? Or Is There More Going On?