by Susan Klemm | Mar 9, 2024 | Speech and Language
In 2024, most people have heard of speech therapy. They either know someone who has needed speech intervention or maybe they have a family member who had it. Most people have an idea of what speech therapy looks like, although there are many myths associated with it,...
by Susan Klemm | Nov 22, 2022 | Equipment
So much marketing is directed to parents when it comes to baby equipment it can be overwhelming. We believe a blanket on the floor is a baby’s best friend for tummy time, for development and building strength. In this blog post, we wanted to talk about two specific...
by Susan Klemm | Nov 14, 2022 | cranial band, CST and MFR, Head shape
It can be daunting to consider that your young infant may need some help with their head shape, but here are some tips for receiving ideal care as you begin the journey. But first, know that there are many wonderful therapists that can contribute to helping your...
by Susan Klemm | Nov 3, 2022 | Head shape
A very simple, flexible routine during the early years helps babies and children feel secure in their environment. But often as new parents, we’re at a loss of what that looks like. Here are six ways to foster newborn development and head shape. From birth, alternate...
by Susan Klemm | Oct 27, 2022 | Head shape
According to the American Academy of Family Physicians, about 50% of babies will develop Flat Head Syndrome, also known as plagiocephaly or brachycephaly. The most common cause of head shape issues is the way an infant’s head is positioned during pregnancy, birth, or...
by Susan Klemm | Oct 12, 2022 | Head shape, Torticollis
You notice your baby favors one side and not the other. There’s a flat spot on the back of their head. You’re unsure what to do or who to call. It can be daunting to think your young infant may need some help with their neck or head shape. We know this because we see...
by Susan Klemm | Sep 14, 2022 | Equipment
Recently, Carolina Kinder Development’s owner Susan Klemm, MS, OTR/L and Stacy Conder, PT were interviewed and quoted in an article appearing in Consumer Reports about the Snoo. An Excerpt Here: “Susan Klemm, an occupational therapist whose work focuses on...
by Susan Klemm | Apr 27, 2022 | Physical and Occupational therapy
Getting to know your child through their sensory system, Part 2: At home sensory play All sensory systems benefit from exposure to different sensory inputs! Providing sensory play, incorporating sight, taste, smell, sound, touch, movement, and “heavy work,” are great...
by Susan Klemm | Apr 5, 2022 | Torticollis
What is torticollis? You might be reading this title and wonder, what even is torticollis and how do I know if my baby may have it? In its most limited form, torticollis describes a condition of neck issues where a baby has a strong turning or tilting preference....
by Susan Klemm | Mar 7, 2022 | Physical and Occupational therapy
Sensory processing is the way each individual experiences the world. The feel of wind on one’s face, the taste of hot chocolate, and riding an elevator are examples and can be experienced very differently for each person. One might find the hot chocolate much too hot...
