GrowWellSTL

Name: GrowWellSTL
Address: 154 St. Peters Centre Boulevard, Saint Peters, MO, 63376, US
Telephone: +16367484060

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Pediatric OT committed to providing feeding and developmental care that empowers you that you are doing everything right for your baby.

11/06/2026

Myth: Babies should reach developmental milestones at the same age as other babies.

Truth: Development isn’t a competition! While milestones give us helpful guidelines for tracking development, every baby has their own timeline. Comparing your baby to another can create unnecessary worry or give you a false sense of reassurance.

What matters isn’t whether your baby is doing something before or after another baby. It’s understanding their individual development and recognizing when they might benefit from extra support.

Repeat after me: I will not compare my baby’s development to another baby.

Your baby is not in a race.

11/05/2026

One less thing to worry about when you’re already juggling life with a new little one.

Grow Well is now offering IN-HOME evaluations and therapy visits!

Whether we’re working on feeding, bottle transitions, tummy time, rolling, or other developmental skills, we can work together right in the comfort of your own home.

No packing the diaper bag or trying to get out the door with everything (and everyone) ready. Just personalized support for you and your baby, right at home!

And don’t worry, I’m still seeing families in the clinic, too! Milestone Check-Ins, Feeding Check-Ins, and First Foods Coaching will continue to be offered in the office.

More options, more flexibility, and the same heart behind Grow Well. Serving families in St. Charles County and surrounding areas!

Message me to learn more or schedule your visit!

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11/04/2026

Tip Tuesday: Don’t start the habit of screen time at bedtime.

It can be tempting to turn on a “calming” show or hand over a phone to help your little one wind down before bed. But here’s a tip: try not to make screens part of your bedtime routine in the first place!

Screens, especially close to bedtime, can interfere with the body’s natural sleep signals and make it harder for little ones (and for adults too!) to settle down.

Instead, build a calming routine that gives your baby or toddler cues that it’s time to rest.

Example of a calming routine:
✨A warm bath
✨Gentle infant massage (I do teach this!)
✨Reading a favorite book
✨Singing a lullaby
✨Cuddles and quiet connection

The goal is to create predictable, calming habits that help little ones transition from a busy day to a restful night.

And remember, the habits we build early can become the routines our little ones grow to expect.

11/03/2026

It’s easy to get caught up wishing for the next milestone, looking back at how things used to be, or wondering what the next season will bring.

But it’s also important to remember that there’s so much beauty in the season we’re in right now.

For parents, that might mean celebrating the little victories, embracing the messy middle, and remembering that your baby’s development isn’t a race. Every stage has something special to offer.

And as we step into new seasons of life, work, and growth, may we remember to be thankful for where we are while staying excited for what’s ahead.

Don’t miss the beauty of right now because you’re too busy thinking about what’s next.

Here’s to growing well in every season!

11/02/2026

There’s something pretty special about getting to do work that you genuinely love!! 🥹

Some days are busy. Some days are exhausting. Some days require a whole lot of patience, creativity, and thinking outside the box.

But getting to work with babies, support their development, celebrate their little victories, and help families navigate their baby’s first year…I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

And the thing about babies? They don’t stay babies forever. The tiny hands, first foods, new skills, and little milestones all change so quickly.

I’m grateful I get to be part of this season for so many families. It’s a pretty special job, and I don’t take that for granted.

That’s the heart behind Grow Well. 🤗

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11/01/2026

Welcome to my haunted house…where the real frights aren’t ghosts or goblins.

They’re the things that make an infant feeding and development OT cringe just a little (or a lot).

The outdated advice. The unnecessary pressure. The feeding struggles that get brushed off as “just a phase.” And, of course, the 2 AM Google spiral that leaves you with 47 open tabs and more questions than answers.

Here’s what I want parents to know: You don’t have to figure everything out on your own, and you don’t have to second-guess every little thing.

There are often reasons behind feeding and developmental challenges, and sometimes having someone help you connect the dots makes all the difference.

Happy Halloween from Grow Well!

10/31/2026

A little reminder that not everything about parenting has to feel hard, and not every day needs to be filled with new things to worry about.

Sometimes you just need a little encouragement, a helpful tip, a fresh perspective, or a reminder that you’re doing better than you think.

That’s what Feel Good Friday is all about!

I love getting to share little pieces of what happens here at Grow Well, from the things I teach and learn to the sweet moments that remind me why I love what I do.
And if something in this week’s reel resonates with you, or you’d like to save one of the slides, just comment or send me a DM. I’m happy to send it your way!

At the heart of Grow Well is a simple goal: helping parents feel confident, informed, and supported as they navigate their baby’s first year.

Because parents don’t need more pressure or another list of things they’re doing wrong. They deserve encouragement, good information, and someone in their corner.

Here’s to a little more good in your Friday!

10/30/2026

Myth: Babies can be spoiled by holding them too much.

TRUTH: Babies are wired for connection. You will not spoil a baby by responding to their needs.

Can we please stop making parents feel guilty for holding their babies?!

Babies aren’t manipulating you. They’re not trying to make your life harder. They’re communicating a need, and you’re responding.

In the first year, babies are building the foundation for trust, security, and relationships. Responding to their cues helps them learn that their world is a safe place.
And no, you aren’t creating bad habits by comforting your baby.

So go ahead…hold the baby. Snuggle a little longer. Respond when they need you. They won’t be little forever!

10/29/2026

Today I closed a chapter at St. Louis Children’s Hospital that has played a big role in shaping who I am as an OT today. I am grateful for the people, the memories, the lessons I have learned, and all the little moments in between.

As this season comes to a close, another begins. I’m excited to have more time to pour into Grow Well and serve babies and families during that incredibly important first year of life.

There’s something special about getting to take everything you’ve learned along the way and use it to help families feel more confident, supported, and connected with their little ones.

Here’s to a new season, new opportunities, and the families I’ll have the privilege of walking alongside.

10/28/2026

Tip Tuesday: One taste isn’t the final verdict!

Did your baby make a face when they tried broccoli? Spit out the avocado? Turned their head away from the sweet potato? Don’t give up just yet…it can sometimes take a several exposures to a new food before a baby accepts it.Tip Tuesday: One taste isn’t the final verdict! 🥑
Baby made a face when they tried broccoli? Spit out the avocado? Turned their head away from the sweet potato? Don’t give up just yet! 😉
It can take multiple exposures to a new food before a baby accepts it. Sometimes that means a few tries, and sometimes it means offering it many times over several weeks.

Here are a few things to remember:
✨ Offer foods again without pressure.
✨ Let your baby explore with their hands, smell the food, squish it, and taste it at their own pace.
✨ Keep mealtimes positive. No forcing, bribing, or making them take “just one more bite.”
✨ Remember that a funny face doesn’t always mean they dislike the food. New flavors and textures take practice!

The goal isn’t to get your baby to love every food on the first try. It’s to help them build confidence, curiosity, and a positive relationship with food.

So, before you cross a food off the list, give it another chance!

Address

154 St. Peters Centre Boulevard
Saint Peters, MO
63376

Telephone

+16367484060

Website

http://GrowWellSTL.com/

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