About Baby Steps Therapy
I'm Laurie Andrews, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC), with more than 10 years of experience helping babies and their families thrive.
My passion is providing holistic, family-centered care that supports infants from feeding through movement. I work with babies to relieve tension, improve breastfeeding and bottle-feeding skills, and achieve important developmental milestones such as rolling, sitting, crawling, and walking.
I specialize in caring for infants with torticollis, tongue ties, reflux, feeding challenges, and developmental delays. By evaluating the whole baby—not just individual symptoms—I look for the root cause of concerns. I assess body tension, movement patterns, oral motor function, and feeding mechanics to help babies become more comfortable in their bodies and feed more effectively.
My advanced training includes infant bodywork techniques such as infant massage and craniosacral therapy, which I integrate into individualized treatment plans when appropriate. Every baby is unique, and I believe the best outcomes come from addressing the entire body while partnering closely with parents throughout the process.
To make care as convenient and comfortable as possible, I provide in-home visits throughout Central Iowa, allowing babies to be evaluated and treated in the environment where they eat, play, and grow.
In addition to one-on-one therapy, I'm passionate about empowering parents through personalized coaching and educational classes. My goal is to help families understand their baby's development, build confidence in caring for their little one, and provide practical strategies they can use every day.
Whether your baby is struggling with feeding, movement, or simply doesn't seem comfortable, I'm here to help you uncover the "why" behind the challenge and create a plan that supports your baby's development while giving you the confidence to enjoy every step of the journey. My goal is to help babies feed better, move better, and thrive!
In-home services offered in Central Iowa such as the following communities: Ames, Ankeny, Boone, Gilbert, Hubbard, Huxley, Jewell, Madrid, Nevada, Polk City, Story City, Webster City, Iowa. Contact me to check a specific area!
Parent coaching classes are held in person at Tuneful Journey in Ames, Iowa and offered online anywhere!
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