Hi, I’m Amanda!

Proud mom of 3 and creator of Purposeful Play Pediatrics

I’m a pediatric Occupational Therapist, a developmental expert, and my favorite title: a mom. I like things to be organized, and I’m passionate about bringing peace to parenthood. 

When my first was born, I was looking for comprehensive resources on all things infant and toddler development. I quickly realized that the guidance I needed either didn’t exist or wasn’t all in one place. Wouldn’t it be fantastic to have trusted resources, parenting tips, and milestone support in one location? Well, after having my third child, I solved my own problem and created Purposeful Play Pediatrics. 

Early Childhood Development Support

Play & Motor Development

No stress surrounding milestones! Learn how to foster your little one’s development through play with trusted resources and advice from experts.

Social & Emotional Development

All forms of social play are important! Learn how to support your little one’s social-emotional developmental skills.

Feeding Essentials & Starting Solids

Feeding is a journey! From nursing and bottles to starting solids and weaning, I can support you however you feed your baby.

Services

You have questions and I’m here to help!

As a developmental expert, I am here to answer all of your questions about your baby, provide you with specific ways to help your child at home, and get you the help you need without the wait!

I will help you understand your little one’s development, provide you with research-based recommendations, validate your concerns, and teach you how to offer the support your child needs.

If you have questions about milestones, feeding, sensory or general questions about development, you’re in the right place!

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  • I purchased one of Purposeful Play Pediatrics courses and it did wonders for my baby! Amanda is very thorough and demonstrates strategies in an easy-to-follow way. Must have for all babies!

    Ashley, MOM

  • My baby went from hating tummy time to enjoying it within a short timeframe after implementing strategies Amanda showed in her course. Thank you, thank you!

    Nicole, MOM

  • The rolling and sitting course was exactly what I needed to help my baby start rolling over in both directions. The course gave excellent play strategies that were easy to follow at home!

    Vanessa, MOM

  • Thanks to Amanda from Purposeful Play Pediatrics, I became more confident in my baby's development and my baby is now thriving, meeting all milestones! Her compassion is like nothing I've seen before and her knowledge and expertise in infant development is incredible.

    Beth, MOM