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by Jillian O'Brien | Sep 29, 2013 | 0 comments

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Pediatric Development Center

12 Westbrook Common
Westbrook, Maine 04092

15 Lund Road
Saco, Maine 04072

Tel: 207-591-7210
Fax: 207-591-7213
info@pediatricdevelopmentcenter.com

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2 days ago

Crawling isn’t just a milestone, it’s a powerful building block for your child’s development.

Even before a child starts crawling, they are building strength in their shoulders, arms, and core when they practice pushing up. This lays the foundation for fine motor skills like writing and self-feeding.

Crawling also plays an important role in integrating primitive reflexes, which are automatic movement patterns babies are born with. As these reflexes integrate, it helps support more controlled, coordinated movements needed for learning and everyday tasks.

Crawling supports coordination between both sides of the body, which is essential for tasks like dressing, playing, and learning.

It also helps develop visual skills and spatial awareness as babies explore their world.

Before rushing to walking, remember… crawling matters more than you might think. ... See MoreSee Less

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3 days ago

Weekend Recap!!
Mini golf + library = the perfect combo ⛳📚
So much fun volunteering at the 2nd Annual Mini Golf in the Stacks at @walkerlibrarywestbrook! ... See MoreSee Less

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