What are knock-knees? Knock-knees (genu valgum) are a knee deformity where the knees are angled inwards. This is noticeable in standing, where a child’s knees may be pressed together while their feet are spaced apart. Between the ages of 2-5 years old, this...
It is always a tough decision for mothers to transition their babies to solid foods. Whether you are a new parent or a seasons parent, starting solids can be confusing. Things do not always as expected and when this happens, it can be hard to navigate the mixed...
In order to walk effectively, feet need to be rigid to support the body. The way the foot maintains its firmness when walking is through the ‘medial arch’. The medial arch is a natural arch on the inside of your feet, formed by bones and supported by ligaments,...
Orofacial myology is the study of the facial and oropharyngeal muscles and their movements and how those movements can affect breathing, swallowing, speech, posture and facial development. An Orofacial myofunctional disorder refers to abnormal resting lip and tongue...
Sleep hygiene can be the routines, habits and environmental factors that help or hinder a good night’s sleep. People might need between 9-13 hours of sleep each night depending on their age and stage of development. We are most aware of the impact sleep has on us...
Communicating in ways other than speaking can seem a little scary and unfamiliar at first. However, if we look at our own interactions, we communicate in a lot of different ways every day. From waving hello to pointing to something we want (and even tagging our...
