Kiwi Kids Physical Therapy

Kiwi Kids Physical Therapy Kiwi Kids targets kids (0-21) in the Perry County and surrounding area in need of outpatient PT.

Just like my house in the summertime (well all the time 🙃) the clinic has its messy days 🫣But instead of mess we see👊 St...
08/07/2026

Just like my house in the summertime (well all the time 🙃) the clinic has its messy days 🫣

But instead of mess we see
👊 Strengthening
👊 Balance
👊 Coordination
👊 Motor Planning
👊 Problem Solving
👊 Sensory Regulation
👊 ohhh and Kiddos having FUN!

07/18/2026

Just Cruisin’ on two wheels 🚲

“It’s like riding a bike” we say this as if riding a bike is simple 🤯

Riding a bike requires so much more than just core strength and coordination.

Successful bike riding depends on an intact and well-integrated central nervous system, primitive reflex integration, postural control, balance, motor planning, visual skills, and timing.

If riding a bike is hard for your child, it doesn’t automatically mean they just need more practice. Sometimes the foundation skills are still developing and that’s where therapy can help. 💚

Every child develops at their own pace. Building the foundation makes the ride much smoother 🚴🏼🚴🏻‍♀️🚴🏽‍♂️

07/10/2026

Walking on sunshine ☀️ at Kiwi Kids this summer!

Even though it’s summer break, these kiddos are still working hard!

I’m loving having this walking pad in the clinic to facilitate equal step length when taking steps 👣🤩🙌

The more kids move, the more they learn about their bodies and the stronger their balance skills become!Fun ways to buil...
06/12/2026

The more kids move, the more they learn about their bodies and the stronger their balance skills become!

Fun ways to build body awareness AKA PROPRIOCEPTION

✅ Animal walks 🐻
✅ Jumping games 🦘
✅ Obstacle courses 🚧
✅ Pushing, pulling, and carrying activities 💪

06/05/2026

WOW, just like that 3️⃣ years have flown by since Kiwi Kids’s very first therapy session!

Birthday reflection:
🏠🛠️ The clinic quadrupled in size since day one, changing locations to 64 N 4th St
🧒👦 Over 100 different families have trusted me with their kiddos
🌱🌿 100s of motor goals have been mastered
✂️🫧 Pediatric Occupational therapy services are now offered, with 3 amazing OTs joining the team
📄 We are now in network with over 20 payers including Medicaid
🥼🩺 60 different referring physicians have found Kiwi Kids
🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒📲 The Kiwi Family has grown and my cup continues to be full thanks to all of you who have given me your support in serving the community I LOVE 💚

THANK YOU 🙏💚🎉

05/29/2026

Facilitation during play 👉 new movement patterns developed 👉 gross motor goals achieved 🙌

My baby is fencing! 🤺 Ever see a little one in the fencing pose? Fancy name for this is the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Refl...
05/22/2026

My baby is fencing! 🤺

Ever see a little one in the fencing pose?

Fancy name for this is the Asymmetrical Tonic Neck Reflex or ATNR

This reflex is totally normal and is an involuntary movement pattern that babies are born with. When a baby turns their head to the left for example, their left arm extends straight out and their right arm bends back toward the head.

This is typically integrated or disappears by 4 to 6 months as the baby’s brain matures.

A retained or absent ATNR reflex can often affect a child’s later motor skills.

This reflex is necessary in building muscle tone, stimulating the vestibular system, and serves as the foundation for reaching and hand-eye coordination.

🧠💥🤯🤺💚

The feeling of accomplishment is certainly a vibe at Kiwi Kids! 💚We are here for it 🙌
05/15/2026

The feeling of accomplishment is certainly a vibe at Kiwi Kids! 💚

We are here for it 🙌

The Side Sit.A personal favorite when it comes to working the core and assessing symmetry in the hips AND a position nee...
05/08/2026

The Side Sit.

A personal favorite when it comes to working the core and assessing symmetry in the hips AND a position needed for transitions (i.e sitting to/from crawling)

If WEAKNESS is present - you might see the child
👉Fling backwards
👉Avoid rotating when sitting
👉Stabilize with both hands on the floor

If TIGHTNESS is present - you might see the child
👉Extend one leg outward
👉Avoid trunk rotation when sitting
👉Fling backwards in sitting

If your little one is struggling to transition in and out of sitting or struggling pulling themselves to stand, try supporting them in SIDE SITTING play!

05/01/2026

Scurrying 🦀 crawling 🐻 hopping 🐰 flying 🦅 slithering 🐍 jumping 🐸 swimming 🐳 stomping 🐘 running 🐆

So many animal actions that help us strengthen and stretch our muscles and use our upper and lower extremities in a coordinated way!

My favorite animal action? The ones made up by the kids 💚

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24-C North 2nd Street
Newport, PA
17074

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