Nurture Pediatric Occupational Therapy

06/05/2026

Out of the office June 5–15 ☀️

Taking some time to unplug, recharge, and soak up family time.

Thank you for your patience while I’m away—I look forward to connecting with all my families when I return 😊

06/01/2026

My oldest son started occupational therapy today. You might be thinking “Wait, aren’t you an OT?” Yup!

There’s something uniquely hard about being both “mom” and “therapist” for your own child.

When you’re trained to notice every milestone, every challenge, or regulation need… it can be difficult to step out of clinician mode and simply be their safe place. Sometimes the most loving thing we can do is let someone else help carry the weight.

As a therapist, I spend so much time helping others that asking for help myself can feel uncomfortable. But our children were never meant to be supported by one person, and neither were we.

Today, I was reminded that it’s okay to need help. It’s okay to trust another OT. And it’s okay to set down the therapist hat and just be mom sometimes.

Because our children don’t need us to do it all - they just need us 🤍

05/20/2026

Congratulations Smart Play Therapy for serving our communities for 5 amazing years!! Go check out their giveaway for your chance to win all of these awesome prizes 🥳✨

🎉✨ SMART PLAY THERAPY IS TURNING 5! ✨🎉

We’re celebrating 5 amazing years of play, growth, connection, and supporting incredible children & families in our community 💛

To say THANK YOU for being part of our journey, we’re hosting a special “Smart Playaversary” Giveaway! 🧸🎁

One lucky winner will receive a basket overflowing with some of our FAVORITE therapy tools, games, sensory goodies, and play-based must-haves!

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Every like, follow, and share helps us continue spreading the power of child-led, play-based therapy 🫶

Thank you for 5 wonderful years of learning through play — we can’t wait to see what the next chapter brings! 🎈

05/19/2026

Big news for our Nurture families 🤍✨

I’m excited to now be offering SoftSpot® scans at Nurture Pediatric OT! This quick, non-invasive technology helps monitor infant head shape and track progress over time with easy-to-understand visual measurements.

SoftSpot® can support early identification of concerns like plagiocephaly and provide families with another tool to feel informed and supported throughout their child’s development journey 💪🏻👶🏻

Available for both in-clinic and at-home use! Reach out with questions or to schedule a scan.

05/18/2026

Just a pediatric OT keeping Menards in business 😂

05/13/2026

If your baby cries when laid down, arches after feeds, dislikes tummy time, or always seems uncomfortable… you are not imagining it. Acid reflux can affect so much more than feeding, and it can have an impact on a baby’s comfort and motor development.

Here are 6 ways reflux may show up in development:

🔥Difficulty tolerating being on their back
Lying flat can be uncomfortable for babies with reflux, often leading to crying, poor sleep, or wanting to be held constantly.

🔥Torticollis or head-turn preference
Babies may begin favoring one side as they try to find positions that feel less painful or uncomfortable.

🔥Back arching and body tension after feeds
Frequent arching, stiffening, or seeming “tense” after eating can be a sign that their body is trying to respond to discomfort.

🔥Difficulty gaining weight
When feeding becomes uncomfortable, some babies may struggle to eat enough or feed efficiently.

🔥Muscle imbalances from excessive arching
Constant extension and tension patterns can impact strength, posture, and movement over time.

🔥Dislike of tummy time
Pressure on the stomach can feel uncomfortable, making tummy time frustrating for both baby and parent.

Reflux can be exhausting — for babies and for the parents caring for them. The constant holding, short sleep stretches, feeding struggles, and worry can feel incredibly heavy.

If this sounds like your little one, know that you’re doing a great job! Your baby isn’t “difficult,” they’re just communicating discomfort the only way they know how 🫶🏻

Early support can help improve their comfort, feeding, and development, while also making daily life feel a little bit easier.

Have concerns or questions? Reach out! I’m here to help 🤍

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05/09/2026

This weekend we celebrate all mothers —

the ones holding little hands, the ones who have loved and lost, the ones longing to become mothers, and the woman who nurture others with the same deep love and care.

Motherhood carries many stories, and each one deserves to be seen, heard, and honored.

To every woman carrying love in her heart — Happy Mother’s Day 🤍🫶🏻

05/01/2026

The first 6 months of life are nothing short of incredible ✨

In such a short time, your baby is learning how to:
• Lift and turn their head
• Make eye contact and connect with you
• Bring their hands to midline
• Roll and begin exploring movement
• Develop the foundations for feeding, play, and communication

These early milestones are building the foundation for everything that comes next.

This is why preventive care matters 🤍

Early support can:
• Catch small challenges before they become bigger frustrations
• Support strength, coordination, and motor patterns
• Improve feeding and sensory experiences
• Give you confidence in how to support your baby at home

You don’t have to “wait and see.”
You can support and nurture development from the very beginning.

Because when we support babies early…
we’re not just helping them meet milestones —
we’re helping them thrive 🌱

If you’ve ever wondered “Is this normal?” or “Should I be doing more?” — you’re not alone. And you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. 

Have questions? Reach out — I’m here to help 🤍

04/30/2026

✨ EXCITING NEWS ✨

Are you a pediatric OT who loves connecting with kids and families—and wants the space to truly do the work well?

WE’RE HIRING and looking for the right person to join our team 🤍

What sets us apart?
At Nurture, we believe children learn best through play and meaningful connection. Through individualized care, we help our clients grow to their full potential!

More about us:
✔️Therapy is play- based and relationship-driven
✔️Calm, supportive clinic environment
✔️Work-life balance, offering flexible scheduling options
✔️Opportunties to grow your professional skills

➡️ Interested?
Send your resume or questions to [email protected] and let’s connect!

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04/21/2026

Sharing a testimonial on this Tuesday because your kind words mean so much to me 🫶🏻🥳

Give this post some love and celebrate all of the progress my friend has made - I’m so thankful to be a part of her journey 🤍