Ep 22 Michelle Emanuel

Michelle Emanuel has an impressive resume.  Working with babies for 26 years as a Neonatal/Pediatric Occupational therapist, both in-patient and out-patient, and then starting her own private practice.  Michelle is also an IBCLC, with extensive training in bodywork modalities such as craniosacral therapy, myofascial release and reflexology.  TummyTime!© Method was created by Michelle to address the rising numbers of babies affected by sleeping on their back, developing tension patterns, torticollis and flat spots. She offers the "secret" to helping babies and families have fun and enjoy the tummy time experience. Developed circa 2005, it was the first, and still only, program developed directly addressing the 'tummy time issue' and has been learned by close to 1000 professionals worldwide.Podcast host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 22 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine. Katie is a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs. Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially tongue tie and gut/allergy related issues. Email [email protected] or www.cuddlesandmilk.comSupport the show