This blog will parallel the book I am revising on how to encourage a child’s development. We will also touch on the things that have hindered development and the overuse of “stuff” that limits a child’s exploration. Enjoy! And please ask questions. Beth Ennis, PT, EdD, PCS, ATPTumblr (3.0; @playwithpurpose)http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/There are so many resources out there for parents these days, most very well meaning, giving advice...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/44863876175http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/44863876175Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:00:21 -0500So often, families are connected with services, based on the age of the child (you must be in EI if...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/41865991268http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/41865991268Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:51:03 -0500It is amazing to watch children learn.  I often say you can see the wheels turning or the smoke...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/33780650376http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/33780650376Wed, 17 Oct 2012 13:45:37 -0400 I have had several conversations recently with parents whose children are not yet walking. They...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/33044335568http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/33044335568Sat, 06 Oct 2012 20:19:44 -0400I am frequently asked to see children who are not walking.  And then asked “When will they...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/15776910381http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/15776910381Fri, 13 Jan 2012 10:41:57 -0500I was having a discussion with my students the other day, and I asked if it was important to...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11911327107http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11911327107Tue, 25 Oct 2011 12:49:56 -0400Below is the original introduction to the booklet I wrote 8 years ago.  Although it is in revisions,...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11734575406http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11734575406Fri, 21 Oct 2011 11:51:02 -0400This is probably one of the most frequent questions I get from families.  ”Does my child have...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11574395824http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/11574395824Mon, 17 Oct 2011 12:46:25 -0400I receive a great number of referrals and phone calls to work with children who walk on their toes....http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/7572242642http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/7572242642Wed, 13 Jul 2011 09:43:46 -0400Plagiocephaly is defined as a deformation in head shape, not resulting from premature closing of the...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6386310392http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6386310392Fri, 10 Jun 2011 11:50:39 -0400Hi Rachel — We have a pediatric refresher course periodically, offered through KPTA for early...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6251204852http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6251204852Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:09:21 -0400Torticollis is defined as a tightening of the sternocleidomastoid muscle on either side of the neck,...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6251170824http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/6251170824Mon, 06 Jun 2011 12:07:52 -0400In the late 90’s, we had the back to sleep campaign, due to evidence that tummy sleeping in...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5879137103http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5879137103Thu, 26 May 2011 19:14:01 -0400I thought I would start this blog series with some comments on the “What to Expect” type...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5588488476http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5588488476Tue, 17 May 2011 18:57:00 -0400I decided to start a blog here to parallel the revision of a book I wrote as part of my doctoral...http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5359435515http://playwithpurpose.tumblr.com/post/5359435515Tue, 10 May 2011 08:40:12 -0400