Episode 540 - Beyond Milestones—What Every Foster & Adoptive Parent Should Know with Dr. Trevor Carlson

"Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it." -Proverbs 22:6   Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you as you care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care.   In this week's episode of The Adoption & Foster Care Journey, Sandra Flach sits down with pediatric physical therapist and foster dad Trevor Carlson to explore how trauma, neglect, and prenatal substance exposure can impact a child's development—from tummy time to walking. Trevor shares practical, hope-filled strategies to help caregivers support healthy development while reminding us of one essential truth: connection comes before correction. In this episode, you'll discover: Why developmental milestones matter—but don't tell the whole story How trauma can affect a child's physical development Simple ways to encourage tummy time and movement Why safety and connection are the foundation for growth Encouragement for parents raising children with developmental delays Whether you're parenting a newborn, toddler, or a child with a history of trauma, this conversation will equip you with practical tools and a fresh perspective.   Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media.   Links mentioned in this episode: Tummy Time Book therapykids.org See Available Trainings The Adoption & Foster Care Journey AFCJ on YouTube justicefororphansny.org justicefororphansny.org/hope-community     Email:  [email protected] sandraflach.com Soul Care Saturday—52 Devotions for Foster and Adoptive Moms Orphans No More—A Journey Back to the Father book on Amazon