pediatric physical therapy in southern New Hampshire

addressing milestone delays, torticollis, head shape, body tension, & tongue ties in the comfort of your home

Playful Progress is an infant and toddler specialty PT practice.

This means, we don’t just see infants and toddlers occasionally…they are our specialty. Babies have a lot to learn in their first year. Sometimes they need a little help along the way.

How We Are Different

Dr. Brenda Sacino PT DPT CBS is Playful Progress’ owner and sole Physical Therapist. Because of this, you know EXACTLY who you will be working with, every time.

Visits occur in your home, where your baby is most comfortable, and we can make the most individualized recommendations for their care.

Infants are our specialty! Dr. Brenda has over 15 years experience working with infants & toddlers as well as certification as a breastfeeding specialist so she can provide support for your baby’s most important motor milestones, including feeding.

No waitlists! All new evaluations are scheduled within one week.

Complimentary consultations are provided via phone or video, so that you have a chance to “meet” Dr. Brenda before starting services, and get your questions answered.

How we can help your baby…

Milestone Support

If you notice your baby is having difficulty with tummy time, rolling, crawling, or walking - let us help! We love celebrating each milestone with you.

Lactation-Informed Physical Therapy

Feeding is might just be your baby’s most important job. When it isn’t going well, it is stressful for everyone. Dr. Brenda became a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist because she was seeing first-hand that improvements in how babies move directly affect their success with breast and bottle feeding. Let’s work together to maximize your baby’s feeding ability, however you choose to feed your baby.

Tongue and Lip Tie Therapy

Dr. Brenda has completed extensive continuing education and mentorship opportunities to support your infant with a tongue or lip tie. What is most important is HOW your baby is feeding and moving, not the presence of a tie. Surgical release should be a thoughtful, individualized decision. It is important to know that significant improvement can be made with skilled PT. Reach out for support BEFORE a release for best results.

Torticollis Treatment

If you are noticing a head turn preference, early intervention is vital for the most successful outcomes. It is important that your baby learns early on in their development about all the amazing ways that their body can move. Symmetrical posture and movement is so important for optimal achievement of motor milestones.

Head Shape Correction

Don’t wait if you see a flat spot! Early intervention via functional play and positioning can significantly reduce your baby’s possible need for a helmet.

Pediatric PT Workshops

Dr. Brenda hosts weekly motor play groups for infants 0-6 months (Tummy Time Workshop) and 6 months & up (Little Movers Workshop) where she reviews motor milestones, provides tips & tricks for success, and answers your questions.

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What Families Have To Say:

  • Brenda is absolutely wonderful! She is so knowledgeable and kind and creates such a great learning environment that is completely judge free! Her play classes have been transformative for myself and my husband. The amount of progress we have seen in our child since attending her classes has been amazing!! Can’t recommend her enough!

    Jen M

  • Dr. Brenda is such an amazing resource when it comes to pediatric physical therapy. My daughter struggles with severe torticollis and plagiocephaly and Dr. Brenda has been working with her since 8 weeks old. She has helped her work through so much and continues to push and challenge her with new stretches and exercises. Playful Progress is helping my daughter overcome every gross motor challenge she faces.

    Madison E

  • I couldn’t recommend or say enough good things about Brenda/Playful Progress. We reached out to her when we started noticing our 3.5 month old with a head tilt and favoring looking to one side during tummy time. As parents we couldn’t help but worry, however Brenda’s approach with us was so comforting and put our minds at ease.

    Kerry S

  • Brenda is a sensational resource and powerful presence in her field. She is plugged in, trustworthy, authentic, and the sort of person you want to run around telling everyone about. We are so grateful to know Brenda.

    Wellness Village NH

  • Brenda is an absolute joy to work with. While she specializes in early intervention, my wife and I used her proactively with our first baby. As first time parents, it was wonderful to have someone so knowledgeable to show us creative ways to support and encourage our baby’s natural development. Brenda helped show us ways to push her, safely. I cannot recommend her enough.

    Kolby M

  • Brenda gave us daily exercises and movements to practice with our son multiple times a day. We saw great improvement shortly after that. Brenda’s check ins shows her true compassion for not only her job, but her patients. We now successfully have a baby who is happy in tummy time and rolling over and we have Brenda to thank for that!

    Kerry S