Baby Begin, LLC

Baby Begin, LLC Baby Begin offers home treatment for babies w/ Plagiocephaly (flat head) & Torticollis by an expert

Baby Begin was started by Jennifer Todd-Barnard, OTR out of a passion to educate families on how to keep their new baby's head round. She has been a pediatric Occupational Therapist for 15 years. For the past eight years, she has been involved in treating infants with plagiocephaly (misshapen head) and torticollis (tight neck). She worked for Cranial Technologies, Inc., which is the leading provid

er of cranial molding helmets. She has treated thousands of patients and has been actively involved in educating physicians, families and other therapists in the community. Jennifer possesses the unmatched experience and knowledge about this common and often preventable condition. There is a very small window of opportunity to affect babies and their head shape. Jennifer is dedicated to educating parents and physicians alike on how to minimize the risk of plagiocephaly. Skull deformities have numerous medical and social implications. She would like to see every baby have the opportunity to begin life with a beautiful round head!

While we encourage parents to limit container time as much as possible, know there are other ways to repurpose your cont...
06/03/2026

While we encourage parents to limit container time as much as possible, know there are other ways to repurpose your container (specifically your Doc-A-Tot)! Check out a few of our favorite ways ⬆️

Head shapes can be tricky. There’s lots of information and varying opinions on how to correct flattening. If you’re a pa...
06/01/2026

Head shapes can be tricky. There’s lots of information and varying opinions on how to correct flattening. If you’re a parent, ask yourself this ➡️ Does my baby’s flat spot bother me (no matter the severity of it)? If the answer is yes, do you have someone you can ask for guidance in the matter? Are they specifically trained in treating Plagiocephaly and Torticollis?

Your concerns are valid and you SHOULD pursue them until you have answers. Pick a trusted professional and go with your gut on what the best action plan for your baby is.

Parents- what are some other questions you have regarding head shape or development that you commonly get conflicting answers on?

Tummy time shouldn’t be a negative thing. Every baby is different in their overall tolerance of tummy time- however, don...
05/29/2026

Tummy time shouldn’t be a negative thing. Every baby is different in their overall tolerance of tummy time- however, don’t give up if your baby isn’t enjoying it from the jump. Reframe your thoughts, implement some “tummy time tricks”, and enjoy watching your baby build all of that strength to become more independent!

05/27/2026

The space is a mess but guess what? The patient is CRAWLING!! We have worked for months and the little guy is now EVERYWHERE! This disaster signifies movement, exploration and independence. Just what the doctor ordered. Congratulations little buddy - job well done. 💙

Plagiocephaly and Torticollis... what’s the difference? This is a common question we get asked! Think Plagiocephaly = he...
05/26/2026

Plagiocephaly and Torticollis... what’s the difference? This is a common question we get asked! Think Plagiocephaly = head shape and Torticollis = neck tightness. When there’s one, the other isn’t far behind. If you recognize symptoms of either one, it’s time to seek intervention from a pediatric therapist. If you’re in Texas, reach out to Baby Begin and see if we’re able to help in your area!

Being able to recognize the signs and symptoms of Plagiocephaly could save you lots of headache further down the road. A...
05/21/2026

Being able to recognize the signs and symptoms of Plagiocephaly could save you lots of headache further down the road. Approximately 50% of babies will have some type of head flattening- the only way to fix head flattening is through strategic repositioning or a helmet. The sooner a parent is able to recognize those signs and start intervening through one of the routes mentioned above, the better outcomes their baby will have. Early intervention is key 🔑

05/19/2026

Babies should be rolling to from back to belly through both sides between months 4-6! Rolling is essential in development with benefits of improved core strength, crossing midline skills, sensory regulation, and even cognitive development. Not to mention, it’s their first time being able to move freely among their spaces! If you feel like your baby is behind in rolling, your best option would be to contact a pediatric occupational or physical therapist. In the mean time, try out this fun rolling boot camp ⬆️

Ever notice your baby tilting their neck pretty far like the baby on the left? If that’s a common thing for them, odds a...
05/14/2026

Ever notice your baby tilting their neck pretty far like the baby on the left? If that’s a common thing for them, odds are, they probably have some Torticollis. Torticollis is a condition that causes tightening of the SCM muscle often resulting in a tilt and head turn preference. This condition is easily treatable with Occupational or Physical Therapy; however, if it’s left unnoticed and untreated, it could lead to development issues and head flattening. If your worried your baby does this a lot, scroll through your camera roll! See a reoccurring tilt, seek out help from your pediatrician or a local pediatric therapist!

The answer is... because of neck tightness! Your baby most likely has some tightness throughout their neck that is causi...
05/12/2026

The answer is... because of neck tightness! Your baby most likely has some tightness throughout their neck that is causing them to turn towards only one side. While you may think it’s no big deal they have a preference, be aware that constant pressure to only one side of the head will cause flat spots (aka Plagiocephaly). To prevent this, we need to get baby sleeping to the opposite side as well which can only be done once you start addressing the neck. If you’re noticing these signs, now is a good time to bring it up to your pediatrician and seek an evaluation from a pediatric Physical or Occupational Therapist! Don’t wait- the sooner you start addressing your concern, the better results your baby will have.

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Knowing when Torticollis is resolved is tricky- it tends to appear resolved, but then a new milestone is achieved, and i...
05/07/2026

Knowing when Torticollis is resolved is tricky- it tends to appear resolved, but then a new milestone is achieved, and it comes back with a vengeance. Check out this checklist to see if your baby’s Torticollis has truly resolved ➡️

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