Why is Crawling Important?

Why is Crawling Important?

Hello! My name is Sara and I am an OT at TEAM 4 Kids Pediatric Therapy. Crawling is a skill that usually develops between 6-10 months.  I have been asked why crawling is important by parents and frequently explain why skipping the crawling milestone and going straight...
Easy Everyday Activities to Practice Speech at Home

Easy Everyday Activities to Practice Speech at Home

Finding time to work on your child’s speech homework at home can be difficult, especially when life gets busy. It may seem like there is not enough time in the day to finish whatever chores you have around the house, on top of practicing your child’s speech goals....
Employee Spotlight – Alex Burrows

Employee Spotlight – Alex Burrows

Interview with Alex Tell us about yourself I love music, travelling, spending time with my pets and family, and can be found trying new foods in the Valley or being active outdoors with my boyfriend in my free time. Why did you become an Occupational Therapist? I love...
Employee Spotlight – Briana Weekley

Employee Spotlight – Briana Weekley

Interview with Briana Tell us about yourself I graduated from Arizona State University with a B.S In Speech & Hearing Sciences. I enjoy spending time with my son & husband, reading, drinking coffee, listening to music & trying/cooking new...
Employee Spotlight – Amanda Burkhardt

Employee Spotlight – Amanda Burkhardt

Interview with Amanda Tell us about yourself I grew up in the Midwest and moved to Arizona with my husband in 2008. We have 2 boys who keep us busy with all their energy, school work, and sports. I have been a Pediatric Physical Therapist for almost 17 years and...