MOCO Movement Center

07/28/2026

This one is worth sitting with.

When a toddler loses it in a grocery store, at the end of a birthday party, or after a long day at daycare, it often gets labeled as a tantrum. Sometimes it is. But sometimes what you're watching is a sensory system that has taken in more than it can process.

The lights, the noise, the transitions, the unexpected textures, the social demands: it adds up. And for some kids, the nervous system hits a wall before the behavior catches up.

Understanding the difference can change how you respond, and it can take a lot of the blame (yours and theirs) out of the equation.

Sensory processing is one of the things our OTs evaluate and work on with toddlers and preschoolers. If you feel like your child's meltdowns are more than developmental, or if certain environments consistently go badly, it might be worth looking into.



Save this for a hard day. And share it if you know a parent who needs to hear it. ❤️

07/28/2026

07/24/2026

Watching your child learn to ride is emotional.
There are moments when they wobble, moments when they want to quit, and moments when you wonder if today will be the day.

Then suddenly...

Those feet start pedaling.

This week has been full of breakthroughs because every child mastered riding overnight, but because every child is building confidence, persistence, and independence one small success at a time.

Our instructors meet each child where they are and celebrate every step of the journey. And seeing the pride on both the children's and the parents' faces never gets old.

🚲 Congratulations to all of our riders this week, we're so proud of you!

Thinking about joining a future Bike Intensive? Get on our list for 2027. Visit the link in bio and fill out our intake form. As soon as we start registration for Spring and Summer 2027 you will be notified.

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07/23/2026

W-sitting is when a child sits on the floor with their knees bent in front and their feet out to the sides, making the letter W. You'll see it in almost every toddler at some point.

The reason it's worth noticing: it's a very stable base. Kids who use it a lot may be using it because they have lower core or hip stability than they need. W-sitting takes the core mostly out of the equation, which is why it can feel easy but doesn't build the strength that other sitting positions do.

It's also not a great position for rotational play, which is the reaching and twisting that builds the body awareness kids need for reading, writing, and athletic movement later.

You don't have to panic if you see it. Just gently redirect to criss-cross or side-sitting when you notice it. If it's the go-to position all the time, it might be worth a PT check-in.



Did you W-sit as a kid? Most of us did. Follow us for more of this kind of thing. 👇

07/20/2026

I know many of our MOCO families have been wondering if this would be an option again. Looks like it is.

LISS Applications Open August 1, 2026!

The wait is almost over! The FY 2027 Low Intensity Support Services (LISS) Random Selection Application opens August 1, 2026.

📅 Important Dates
💙 Applications Open: August 1, 2026
🚫 Applications Close: September 15, 2026
🎲 Random Selection: October 1, 2026

If you're interested in applying, be sure to submit your application during the application window. When completing the application, enter child's or adult's demographic information, not the parent, guardian, or caregiver's information.

Apply here beginning August 1: LISS Random Selection Application https://pcis.health.maryland.gov/liss-service/apply

Please help us spread the word by sharing this post with families who may benefit from the LISS Program! 💙

07/17/2026

When a baby starts babbling, like really going for it, repeating sounds over and over, it can feel like noise. But something important is happening.

Babbling is how babies figure out what their mouths can do. They're experimenting with sounds, getting feedback from their own voice, and starting to connect the idea that sounds have meaning. The babies who babble a lot tend to be building toward words.

What helps: talk back. Repeat their sounds. Take turns. Make eye contact. You don't need flashcards or apps. You need a conversation, even if only one of you knows words yet.

If your baby isn't babbling by 9 to 12 months, or if babbling seemed to be there and then stopped, that's worth mentioning to your pediatrician. Our SLPs work with babies and families on exactly this stuff. Early is always better.



Parents of babies and toddlers: follow us. We post a lot of this kind of thing. 💜

07/13/2026

🚲 Another week. Another group of riders. Another chance to build confidence.

Today was Day 1 of our Learn to Bike Intensive, and every child started exactly where they needed to.

Some arrived excited. Some were nervous. Some had never pedaled before. That's okay.

At MOCO, we don't expect every child to fit one method. We meet each rider where they are and use individualized, therapy-informed strategies to help them develop the balance, coordination, confidence, and motor planning needed for independent riding.

We can't wait to see how much these riders grow by Friday. Stay tuned for their progress! 💚

07/07/2026

It's the beginning of another Bike Intensive Week. We can't wait to see our latest group pedaling around the park.