Hello and welcome to Baby and Me OT! I am so excited to have you here. My name is Kellie, owner and OT behind Baby and Me OT. I am an occupational therapist specializing in infant care and maternal care. A little about me, I have been an OT for over 8 years working in the NICU, the hospital and in early intervention. I am also a yoga instructor, certified infant massage instructor, a craniosacral fascial therapist and a mom of 2 littles and one fur baby.

After becoming a mom, I realized how limited the community resources were and I saw so many other families around me struggling to find the help they needed. I felt a pull to fill the gap and provide the care, support and education that was missing.

When working with families, I emphasize a holistic approach to care, looking at the whole baby, person and family to provide fully comprehensive care. I have specialty training in TOTs (tongue and lip ties), torticollis, body tension, plagiocephaly, infant oral motor function, reflex integration, infant massage, maternal care, body work and craniosacral fascial therapy. I offer private 1:1 sessions as well as group sessions.

Take your time to explore my offerings and see what I can provide for you and your loved ones. Please always feel free to reach out with any questions

Infant massage is the practice of using gentle touch and strokes to an infant to foster relaxation and bonding. The benefits of infant massage are commonly categorized into 4 groups; Stimulation, Relaxation, Relief and Interaction. The benefits are endless for both infants and caregivers, please refer to these links to read more:

https://lovingtouch.com/benefits-for-babies/

https://lovingtouch.com/benefits-for-parents/

So you had a baby, congratulations! It is a very exciting time, but at times it can be overwhelming. Most parents are not taught about what to do with baby once they come home, especially from a play and handling perspective.

That is where the Newborn Wellness visit comes in. This offering is a physical wellness check for newborns less than 4 weeks old. I will use my OT knowledge to check in on baby’s motor skills, primitive reflexes, sensory processing and oral motor function. This visit ncludes screenings for torticollis, plagiocephaly / head shape and tethered oral tissues. Additionally, I will be providing the parents education on newborn handling, positioning, bodywork and feeding.

The Newborn Wellness visit is performed in the comfort of your home and allows for an open Q&A for parents to address all of your specific questions - $75

Gift cards are available for this offering and many have even given it as a

gift for a baby shower or sprinkle!

It is no surprise that becoming a mom changes your body, but some of those changes might be unexpected. Something a lot of moms I work with struggle with, (including myself), is tension, soreness and postural changes of the upper body.

From breast to bottle feeding, co-sleeping to contact napping, baby wearing to car seat carrying, as well as the stroller pushing, bath time, and rocking to sleep, mama’s bodies are doing a LOT and they need just as much TLC.

This Mama Bodywork offering looks to address those aches and pains in mom’s body, especially her shoulders, neck and chest. I use a variety of methods to help provide relief to mamas including massage, myofascial release, craniosacral fascial therapy, and stretching, plus tips and tricks to help alleviate some of these symptoms at home. Some also find an improvement in breast milk production with the use of these techniques.

Mama Bodywork is offered as 1:1 home sessions - $85

Gift cards are available for this offering and many have even

given it as a gift for a baby shower or sprinkle!

Baby and Me OT provides occupational therapy services for newborns and infants. I use a holistic and comprehensive approach to address your child’s specific needs. Every child receives an evaluation and an individualized plan because there is never one solution to any challenge. When working with me, you will see that I use a combination of techniques, including bodywork (which involves manual therapy, crasniosacral fascial therapy and infant massage), purposeful play and mindful positioning.

You may seek OT services for your child if your infant is experiencing:

• Head turn preferences or torticollis

• Head shape concerns / plageiocephaly

• Feeding difficulties

• Concerns for tethered oral tissues (tongue or lip ties)

• Oral motor dysfunction

• Resistance to tummy time

• Sensory dysregulation

• Colic, reflux, gas and weight gain challenges

• Painful or challenging breast feeding

• Challenges meeting developmental milestones

OT sessions are provided 1:1 in your home. A superbill can be provided for you to submit to your insurance company through your out-of-network insurance benefits.

OT services will begin with an initial OT consultation - $160

Follow up treatment sessions will occur as needed - $110

Free screenings are always available at the Happy Baby Playgroup or by appointment - Free

Craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT) is a form of therapeutic treatment that combines the craniosacral and fascial systems. CFT is the gentle handling of the craniosacral system, improving the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, along with the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, and organs. Restrictions in the fascia can lead to restrictions in the craniosacral system, which then impacts our health and wellbeing.

“CFT techniques are designed to gently unwind and release accumulated fascial strain. This allows optimal mobility and better brain function. When the Craniosacral Fascial System is loose and open, there is free flow of cerebrospinal fluid to help nourish and cleanse toxins.” -https://www.craniosacralfascialtherapy.com/what-is-cft

Most everyone can benefit from fascial work, however you might find significant benefit in CFT if you experience:

CFT sessions are provided 1:1 at Haven Healing Collective in High Bridge, NJ in the holistic spa or as home visits (under certain circumstances, please reach out to determine if you are eligible for a home visit) - $120 per session

We also offer 30 mini sessions exclusively at Haven Healing Collective Pop Up events! Check out their website or our instagram pages to find one!

Craniosacral fascial therapy can be especially beneficial for mamas. From conception to pregnancy to postpartum, CFT has significant benefits for a mother’s body.

In pregnancy, CFT can provide significant relief to the aches and pains that can be common in pregnancy. The technique is very gentle and does not involve intense manipulation of muscles and joints that can sometimes be less desirable to the pregnant woman. It can also help release fascial strain and allow the baby to move more freely in utero! Birthing women seek CFT care throughout their pregnancy for comfort, and during their third trimester, to help baby turn to an optimal position.

To learn more about CFT for you, your child or your pregnancy, please visit the FAQs page or reach out directly on the contact page.

Special Offers

Craniosacral Fascial Therapy Pop Up at Haven Healing Collective, High Bridge, NJ

• 30 minute mini CFT sessions

• Perfect for those who have never done CFT before and want to give it a try

• All ages and experiences are welcome!

• Upcoming dates: 4/19/25, 5/10/25

Packages

• Craniosacral fascial therapy sessions (applies to home visits only)

  • Book 3 sessions and receive a 20% discount

  • Book 5 sessions and receive 1 additional free session

  • Family CFT sessions - reach out for special pricing for CFT for multiple family members

• Book a Newborn Wellness Visit and a Mama Bodywork session and receive a 20% discount when booked consecutively

Are you an occupational therapist, yoga instructor, or other provider looking to enhance your offerings to include something you see from Baby and Me OT?

Then this is for you! I am very passionate about everything I offer and feel very strongly that families everywhere should have opportunities to receive these services. I would love to share this knowledge with you and help you bring something new to your community.

Prices range from $30-$75 depending on what type of support you are looking for. Reach out to find out more.

A commonly requested consulting service is how to run a toddler yoga class. In this example, I help the yoga instructor plan, create sequences and prepare a toddler yoga class.

What is the difference between craniosacral fascial therapy (CFT) and craniosacral therapy (CST)?

CST addresses the craniosacral system, improving the flow of cerebrospinal fluid. CFT adds the gentle manipulation of the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones and organs. Restrictions in the fascia can lead to restrictions in the craniosacral system.

“CFT techniques are designed to gently unwind and release accumulated fascial strain. This allows optimal mobility and better brain function. When the Craniosacral Fascial System is loose and open, there is free flow of cerebrospinal fluid to help nourish and cleanse toxins.”

- https://www.craniosacralfascialtherapy.com/what-is-cft

So while craniosacral therapy can improve the flow of cerebral spinal fluid (CSF), craniosacral fascial therapy also addresses fascial strain, relieving this tension. This allows for even less restrictions in the flow of CSF, while also allowing the recipient improved mobility, decreased pain and increased functionality in their bodies.

To learn more:

https://www.gillespieapproach.com/gillespie-approach-training-articles/

https://info.upledger.com/conditions/conception-pregnancy-birth/

Where do I register for group classes?

Group classes are held at Haven Healing Collective in High Bridge, NJ, and at the Life in Bloom Studio in Whitehouse, NJ. Head to their sites to register for classes.

For Toddler yoga or the Happy Baby Playgroup, register at:

https://www.havenhealingcollective.com

For Infant Massage + Mama Meditation, register at: https://www.lifeinbloomwellness.co

What services can I buy a gift card for?

Gift cards can be purchased for 1:1 infant massage sessions in the home ($60), a newborn wellness visit ($75), and mama bodywork ($85). Each make a unique and meaningful gift for a baby shower!

Where do you travel for home visits?

Families with addresses in Hunterdon County, NJ or in the immediate surrounding area are eligible for home visits. If you are unsure if your home is in the travel radius, please reach out!

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