A selection of articles from the experts at Breakaway Physical Therapy in Crofton, MD that are related to the topic of babies.
Becoming a mom is a unique and wonderful journey seeing your bump grow every day and looking forward to the times you’ll spend with your new baby. However, it’s important to remember that your body is doing something extraordinary. It can often take a physical toll on your body and take time to restore yourContinue Reading »
Have you had a baby and feel like you are trying to get your body back, but it’s not working? Are you feeling like you don’t fit in your own skin after having children? Do you want to be active and strong, while taking care of your kids AND yourself? Let’s be honest, your bodyContinue Reading »
In a previous post, we discussed when a postpartum Mom could safely return to running. Now, we will discuss the how! A quick review: it is recommended that a postpartum Mom return to running between 3-6 months post-partum as long as they don’t have symptoms prior to, during, or following attempted running/exercise. Symptoms that tell youContinue Reading »
When can I start running after having a baby??I have had many patents ask me this question, and I can relate! After the birth of my son I was counting down to my 6 week post-partum check-up as exercise has always been my stress reliever and running has become one of my favorite forms ofContinue Reading »
Spending supervised time on their belly throughout the day is an important part of your baby’s development. Tummy time helps your baby build strength in their upper body, promote trunk stability, and develop head control. These skills are crucial to later developmental skills like rolling, sitting, and crawling. Tummy time also encourages your baby toContinue Reading »
