Ep 232: Motor Milestones Without Panic: What’s Normal, What’s Not, and When to Get Help w/ Daniella Brown

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When it comes to babies and movement, parents often ask:
 Is my child developing normally? Should I be worried? And when is it time to get help?

In this episode of Your Child Is Normal, Dr. Jessica Hochman is joined by Daniella Brown, a pediatric physical therapist and founder of Proactive Pediatric Physical Therapy.

They cover:

•  What pediatric physical therapy actually looks like 
•  Common reasons children are referred (torticollis, delays, gait issues) 
•  What’s truly “normal” when it comes to milestones 
•  When to watch and wait vs. when to intervene 
•  Tummy time—how much actually matters 
•  The impact of containers, walkers, and baby gear 
•  Red flags parents shouldn’t ignore 
•  Common myths about crawling, W-sitting, and more 

This episode is both reassuring and practical—helping parents understand what matters, what doesn’t, and how to support their child’s development without unnecessary stress.

Your Child is Normal is the trusted podcast for parents, pediatricians, and child health experts who want smart, nuanced conversations about raising healthy, resilient kids. Hosted by Dr. Jessica Hochman — a board-certified practicing pediatrician — the show combines evidence-based medicine, expert interviews, and real-world parenting advice to help listeners navigate everything from sleep struggles to mental health, nutrition, screen time, and more.

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