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Ep 75: The Core is Key: Movement, Milestones, and Infant Development with Shelley Mannell, Physiotherapist
I’m joined today by Shelley Mannell, pediatric physiotherapist from St. Catharines, Ontario, and champion of the concept that core stability is key for movement, infant development, and emotional regulation.
In this conversation, Shelley and I explore:
How infant developmental milestones are just the beginning of the story
Why core stability supports postural control, balance, and sensory processing
How the recruitment of core muscles is as crucial for post-partum moms and babies alike
The unintended consequences of “Back to Sleep” and what to do to balance this out
Understanding movement for…
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