Playful Heart Pediatric OT

Playful Heart Pediatric OT Playful Heart Pediatric OT is an independent pediatric occupational therapy center supporting early development for children 0-5.

Sue Liebross, OTL/R brings over 25 years experience to help children of all abilities reach their maximum potential. OTR/L (Licensed and Registered Occupational Therapist), Yoga For The Special Child Provider, Certified Infant Massage Instructor, Registered Children's Yoga Teacher, C/NDT (Certified Neuro-Developmental Treatment)

08/10/2026

A new toy joined the therapy room! 💕

The Fat Brain Toys Flippity may look like simple fun, but it gives babies and little ones opportunities to work on so many developing skills through PLAY.

✨ Reaching and grasping
✨ Hand-eye coordination
✨ Using both hands together
✨ Cause-and-effect learning
✨ Fine motor exploration
✨ Attention and curiosity

I’m always looking for toys that invite a child to move, explore, problem-solve and engage—without needing lots of bells and whistles.

Because some of the best developmental work happens when a child simply thinks they’re playing. 💗

A little humble brag… 💜This is what happens when a pediatric OT and her 14-year-old grandson decide to take on a pretty ...
08/09/2026

A little humble brag… 💜

This is what happens when a pediatric OT and her 14-year-old grandson decide to take on a pretty ambitious project together. 😊

We 3D printed and built this mobility trainer piece by piece — lots of printing, troubleshooting, assembling, problem-solving…and definitely some teamwork along the way.

I’m pretty proud of how it turned out, but even more proud that I got to build it with my grandson. 💕

And of course, we had to bring in our first very willing test driver. 🐶😂

That’s the kind of love and grit we bring to our work Playful Heart Pediatric OT

Pretty cool what a 3D printer, a determined OT, and a very talented 14-year-old can accomplish together. 💜

08/04/2026

Feeding your baby shouldn’t feel stressful or overwhelming If you’re facing challenges like painful feeds or constant worry about milk intake you’re not alone Let’s work together to make feeding easier and more joyful for you and your little one Watch our video to see how Playful Heart Pediatric OT can help your family thrive

08/03/2026

Maternal Wellness Solutions
Connecting expectant and new parents with accessible support
while equipping the providers who care for them.
Rutgers Free Zoom events for new moms: breast feeding, speak with a perinatal therapist and a doula. First event is on breastfeeding called The Brain-Boob Connection this Tuesday, 8/4 from 11:45-1pm. Please pass along to other pregnant or postpartum moms you know. They have many valuable free resources for NJ moms throughout the state. Find out more about these events and how to sign up on their website: https://sites.rutgers.edu/maternal-wellness-solutions/

08/02/2026

Tummy time doesn’t have to mean putting your baby on the floor and hoping they tolerate it. 💗

In a private TummyTime! Method™ session, I teach parents a gentle, playful approach to tummy time developed by Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L—individualized to your baby and what they’re showing us.

TummyTime! Method™ may help support:

✨ Comfort and confidence in tummy time
✨ Head lifting and head-turning symmetry
✨ Development of head, neck and trunk strength
✨ Early movement and motor development
✨ Body awareness and exploration
✨ Regulation and connection between baby and caregiver
✨ More positive experiences with floor play

And just as importantly, I’ll help you learn how to read your baby’s cues, recognize when they need a break, and find ways to incorporate tummy time into everyday play without forcing it.

Private sessions are especially helpful if your baby has a head-turning preference, tends to arch or extend, has difficulty getting comfortable on their tummy, or you simply want to learn how to get started.

📍 Playful Heart Pediatric OT | Frenchtown, NJ
👶 Private, individualized sessions
💌 DM me or email me [email protected] if you’d like to schedule or learn more.

TummyTime! Method™ was developed by Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L.

08/02/2026

💕 A little taste of Infant Yoga at our Frenchtown Babies Pre-Crawling Infant Meet-Up!

We’ll explore gentle, playful movement for babies and caregivers—with songs, connection, movement, and plenty of time to follow your baby’s cues. 👶✨

Come get a little preview of what an Infant Yoga class can look like while connecting with other local families.

Interested ?
📧 Email me at [email protected] to be added to the email list!

💗 Sue Liebross, OTR/L
Playful Heart Pediatric OT
Playful Heart Pediatric OT

✨ Excited to add SOFFI® certification to my feeding toolbox! ✨I’m always looking for ways to deepen my knowledge and pro...
08/02/2026

✨ Excited to add SOFFI® certification to my feeding toolbox! ✨

I’m always looking for ways to deepen my knowledge and provide thoughtful, evidence-informed support to the babies and families I work with.

SOFFI® — Supporting Oral Feeding in Fragile Infants — provides a systematic, infant-led approach to feeding that focuses on reading a baby’s cues, supporting physiologic stability, and helping feeding remain safe, comfortable, and positive.

This additional training will help me further support families with:

🍼 Breast and bottle feeding challenges
👶 Suck-swallow-breathe coordination
💗 Recognizing and responding to an infant’s feeding cues
🍼 Improving feeding efficiency while reducing stress and fatigue
👶 Individualizing positioning, pacing, and flow based on each baby’s needs
💗 Supporting positive feeding experiences for both baby and caregiver

Feeding is about so much more than ounces. My goal is to help babies develop the skills they need while helping parents feel confident understanding and responding to their baby.

I’m excited to bring what I’ve learned through SOFFI® into my work at Playful Heart Pediatric OT. 💗

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Is your little one working extra hard during feeds? Discover gentle ways to support their comfort and confidence at meal...
07/28/2026

Is your little one working extra hard during feeds? Discover gentle ways to support their comfort and confidence at mealtime while building skills for independence and joyful participation every day.Let’s work together!

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Curious if your baby’s feeding challenges go beyond the mouth? Discover how our whole-child feeding evaluations look at ...
07/20/2026

Curious if your baby’s feeding challenges go beyond the mouth? Discover how our whole-child feeding evaluations look at posture, movement, and sensory needs to help your little one feed with comfort and confidence while empowering you with practical strategies for home.

Every baby is unique, and so is every tummy time journey. 💛I incorporate the TummyTime! Method™, developed by Michelle E...
07/14/2026

Every baby is unique, and so is every tummy time journey. 💛

I incorporate the TummyTime! Method™, developed by Michelle Emanuel, OTR/L, into my evaluations and treatment sessions to help make tummy time more comfortable, enjoyable, and meaningful for your baby.

Together, we’ll create a personalized home plan based on your baby’s strengths and needs—whether you’re working on head control, feeding, head shape, torticollis, regulation, or motor development.

Small, individualized strategies can make a big difference.

✨ Personalized. Evidence-informed. Family-centered.

If you’d like support creating a plan that’s tailored to your baby, send me a DM or visit my website to learn more.

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