Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy

WHAT are OT/PT?! It’s the first thing most people ask so the first part of this multi-part series. We’ve teamed up with the fabulous @catherapyservices_guelph to provide some helpful info! Keep your on this space for the rest of the series ... #pediatricPT #pediatricOT #kwphysio #guelphphysio

Crazy wind blown hair, rosy cheeks and pooped! I am NOT ready for bike riding season with clients, that 1.75km run kicked my butt. Hearing my client tell me Erin, Run!! though Guess someone should start training. #notarunner #pediatricphysio #bikeridingfun #learningtorideabike #kwphysio

Hoppy Easter!! I hope you all are enjoying a day of fun, family and most importantly candy!

I often get questions from clients and friends about the difference between pediatric PT and OT I get it, it can be a bit confusing especially because at times there is overlap and a different group may address the skill in different organizations. Soooo to try to help ease the confusion I teamed up with the wonderful @catherapyservices @catherapyservices_guelph to do a series of posts to help explain the difference between OT and PT, what we each do, when we overlap, w...ho to call, basically all the questions we typically get asked! Stay tuned over the next few posts to learn more! #pediatricPhysio #pediatricoccupationaltherapy #kidsphysio #kwawesome

This! So much this Posted @withregram @mommyandme.pt LET’S JUST SEE! Like + save this or share with another mama Have you ever had a concern about your baby’s development and you were met with well, let’s just wait until ‘x’ months old and see what happens... You guys know I’m all about grace, love and positivity, but can I be honest? It burns me up when mamas tell me they have been given the wait and see line. It is outdated, unproductive and not helpful to moms ...who have concerns about their child. Research shows over and over again that early intervention is best practice. The earlier a child is evaluated, the less habits + compensations have developed, the less treatment they need, the less money and time is needed to get us back on track! Babies are changing, growing and developing SO fast in the first year it only makes sense to address any concerns as early as possible. What is it going to take to stop this wait and see mindset? I’ll tell you, mama: YOU + ME! It’s going to take us speaking up and advocating for our kids when something doesn’t seem right. It’s going to take us knowing our rights to direct access and seeking out evaluations on our own, if needed. It’s going to take us educating other moms + healthcare professionals that LET’S JUST SEE what an evaluation determines is never a waste of time if it keeps our littles on track and eases our mama minds! If you have ever been brushed off with wait and see here is your permission slip to keep advocating until you get the support you need!

I couldn’t get through March and not do a post on Cerebral Palsy (CP)! March is CP awareness month. Scroll through to learn a bit more about CP and let’s celebrate those strong CP warriors! #cpawareness #cerebralpalsywarrior #pediatricphysicaltherapy

Posted @withregram @embodia This weekend, hundreds of hopeful PT grads across Canada were prepped and ready to take the first-ever virtual PCE exam. 6+ years of school, 1000 clinical placement hours, thousands of hours of studying, and immeasurable amounts of stress, anxiety, and anticipation leading up to this one day that decides whether you join the profession, or not. The exam was cancelled due to technical failure. For many of the candidates, this was the 3rd... time the exam has been cancelled on them. Candidates have been unjustly wearing the brunt of the circumstances both financially and emotionally. Thank you to the CPA for their immediate action and support to the candidates. Thank you to all the physiotherapists, clinics, and organizations who are doing their part to support our new grads as they navigate this incredibly frustrating situation. It's time for a change. #pce #timeforchange #pttogether #ptnewgrad #physiotherapist #physio #newgrad See more

Yes! This has been completely unacceptable. All those looking to become physiotherapists deserve so much better.

YAY!!! School is back in session! I honestly don’t know who is happier, me or my kiddo But either way my availability has returned to regular hours. So if you were on the waitlist, check your inbox and we can’t wait to meet you all. As always, reach out if you have any concerns regarding your child that physio can address. And if you aren’t sure we are always happy to do a quick phone consultation to see if we are the right fit for your concern. #schoolsback #kidsphysio #pediatricphysio #kwawsome #kwmoms #guelphmomlife

Getting emails like this from happy parents is one of the reasons I LOVE my job. No, not for the thanks (although that is always nice) but seeing kiddos make great progress towards their goals! It's important to celebrate the small goals on the way to the big goals! So let's celebrate this one #smallgoals #friyay #letscelebrate #pediatricphysio #kidsphysio #kwmoms

Core, core, Core! You've probably heard about core strength a lot in the adult fitness world, BUT did you know it's sooooo important for kiddos! It really is the foundation for many other skills. A weak core can look very different depending on the age of the child and the child themselves. Some clues are:... A little one only playing in W-sitting (no other sitting postures) Not being able to get between laying on their back and sitting upright Slouches in their seat at school or the dinner table Wiggles lots and lots when asked to sit at a table Struggles to keep up with peers and/or doesn't enjoy rough and tumble play Poor handwriting (often not in isolation but if there are other concerns and this it's a hint it could be a core strength issue) We have training in Dynamic Core for Kids which we feel is an amazing tool to approach core strength issues. Our families have seen wonderful changes using this technique. Reach out if you feel your kiddo has a weak core that is affecting their function or if you are interested in learning more about Dynamic Core for Kids.

This gingerbread elf is ready for some fun holiday themed sessions today!! #happyholidays #pediatricphysio #kwmoms #guelphmoms #physiofun

Beautiful sunny day perfect for a clean car and some home visits!

Have you heard of @everydayheroeskids? They are a fabulous resource connecting families with pediatric health care providers! Thank you for providing such a great resource #pediatricphysio #kwmoms #kidsphysio #guelphmoms

We are here to listen. Today and everyday we are here to support you in whatever way you need, including listening. It’s #Bellletstalk day, so let’s keep the conversation about mental health going. Today by using the #bellletstalk in texts, phone calls, tweets and by watching #bellletstalk video on Instagram, Bell Canada will donate five cents to Canadian mental health initiatives.

Yes! This same thing applies to gross motor development as well! Always trust your gut and early intervention is sooo beneficial! Thanks Speak Your Mind for sharing

We LOVE CME (Cuevas MEDEK Exercises)!! Many of our families have seen wonderful results with this type of therapy so we thought we would share some information on it. If you have any questions or wonder if CME might be the right fit for your child, please reach out to us and we are always happy to discuss treatment options with you. #CME #cuevasmedekexercise #cmetherapy #medekexercises #pediatricphysiotherapy #kidsphyiotherapy