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Getting babies back on track Giving parents peace of mind
Receive real-time, personalized, expert guidance from a pediatric physical therapist who specializes in getting babies rolling, crawling, sitting, and walking.
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This is for the mom who's fed up with “wait and see”
- ✓ Who left her last pediatrician visit with tears in her eyes and smoke coming out of her ears because no, her baby is absolutely not “just lazy” and the advice to “give it time” is a waste of time.
- ✓ Who wonders why she’s paying for weekly physical therapy appointments but isn’t seeing any progress in her little one.
- ✓ Who spends what little free time she has piecing together a bunch of random exercises from Instagram reels because no one else seems to share her concerns about her baby’s stiffness and “quirky” crawl.
- âś“ Who lies awake at night questioning whether she can trust her gut because everyone around her seems to dismiss it.
- âś“ Who would give anything to find someone to take this load off her shoulders by believing her, supporting her, and telling her exactly how to help her baby.
If that sounds like you, then you’re in the right place.
Hi, I’m Dr. Allison Mell, the pediatric physical therapist and mom of four who can help your baby roll, crawl, sit, and walk.
While I’ve been a practicing physical therapist for 17 years, I’ve spent the last 3.5 years working solely with babies who need help reaching the foundational motor milestones of rolling, crawling, sitting, and walking.
What’s the result of this focus? More than 10,000 hours spent helping 3,000+ real babies in 70+ countries get real results.
Through my high-touch, virtual support program called The Tot Spot, I provide personalized, real-time, step-by-step guidance to parents who are ready to invest in their baby’s movement—and their own peace of mind.
You know your baby best. So when the swirling in your mom-gut is telling you that you deserve better, I’m ready to listen and help you take control.
Because being your baby’s advocate is your job. Getting your baby moving is mine.
LET'S TALK
Your baby could be the next success story.
How would it feel to press send on a DM like any one of these?
This isn’t random, online advice.
When we work together, you get direct access to me:
A specialist who cares about your baby as much as you do and takes your concerns seriously. I’ve even been known to answer DMs at 10 PM!
An expert who spends all day, every day working with babies and toddlers on rolling, sitting, walking, and crawling. These foundational milestones are my sole focus.
A trained professional who has seen your baby’s exact issues thousands of times and knows exactly how to help your baby overcome them. I know what works and won’t waste your time with what doesn’t.
A fellow parent who responds with care, kindness, and reassurance. I have four children of my own and know how frustrating it feels to have my concerns ignored when I know they are struggling.
Getting babies back on track.
Giving parents peace of mind.
Receive real-time, personalized, expert guidance from a pediatric physical therapist who specializes in getting babies rolling, crawling, sitting, and walking
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This is for the mom who's fed up with “wait and see”
Who left her last pediatrician visit with tears in her eyes and smoke coming out of her ears because no, her baby is absolutely not “just lazy” and the advice to “give it time” is a waste of time
Who wonders why she's paying for weekly physical therapy appointments but isn't seeing any progress in her little one
Who spends what little free time she has piecing together a bunch of random exercises from Instagram reels because no one else seems to share her concerns about baby's stiffness and “quirky” crawl
Who lays awake at night questioning if she can trust her gut, because everyone around her seems to dismiss it
Who would give anything to find someone to take this load off her shoulders by believing her, supporting her, and telling her exactly how to help her baby
If that sounds like you, then you're in the right place.
Dr. Allison Mell · PT, DPT
Hi, I'm Dr. Allison Mell, the pediatric physical therapist and mom of four who can help your baby roll, crawl, sit, and walk.
While I've been a practicing PT for 17 years total, I've spent the last 3.5 years working solely with babies who need help reaching the foundational motor milestones of rolling, crawling, sitting, and walking.
What's the result of this focus?
Over 10,000 hours spent helping 3,000+ real babies in 70+ countries get real results.
Through my high-touch, virtual support program called The Tot Spot, I provide personalized, real-time, step-by-step guidance to parents who are ready to invest in their baby's movement - and their own peace of mind.
You know your baby best, so if the swirling in your mom-gut is telling you you deserve better, then I'm ready to listen and help you take control.
Because being your baby's advocate is your job; getting your baby moving is mine.
This isn't random, online advice
When we work together, you get direct access to me:
A specialist who cares about your baby as much as you do and takes your concerns seriously. I've even been known to answer DMs at 10 PM!
An expert who spends all day, every day working with babies and toddlers on rolling, sitting, walking, and crawling. These foundational milestones are my sole focus.
A trained professional who has seen your baby's exact issues thousands of times and knows exactly how to help your baby overcome them. I know what works and won't waste your time with what doesn't.
A fellow parent who responds with care, kindness, and reassurance. I have four children of my own and know how frustrating it feels to have my concerns ignored when I know they are struggling.
A virtual support program that targets the root cause of your baby's issues
I've created a system free of the barriers that keep babies stuck and parents discouraged
In-Person Physical Therapy
Weeks to months of waiting to get a referral and an appointment for an evaluation
Confusion about what to do in between your once-a-week appointment
Office-based services that require access to transportation
60 minute appointments, once a week, based on the therapist's availability
Slower progress due to infrequent visits
A baby who refuses to participate in an unfamiliar space with an unfamiliar face
Limited accessibility for those who live in more rural areas
A fixed system that keeps babies and their parents stuck
The Tot Spot
Instant access to all the tools you need to get your baby moving, including the ability to DM me directly
Clear, step-by-step guidance on what exercises to do with your baby and when to do them
Home-based exercises you can do anytime of day
10-15 minute sessions a few times a week based on your baby's schedule and needs
Faster results due to consistent, frequent practice
A calm, regulated baby who feels comfortable receiving care from someone they trust in a space they know
Available to anyone with internet access
A flexible framework where parents and babies thrive
Your baby could be the next success story
How would it feel to press send on a DM like any one of these?
You deserve to celebrate wins like these
You're allowed to change course
What if you could finally be heard instead of dismissed when you express concern about your baby's “quirky” way of crawling?
What would it mean to hear “you're right and I believe you” instead of “your baby is just lazy” or “just give it more time” when you say you've noticed your baby favors one side over the other?
What would change if you knew you could text a PT who works exclusively with babies like yours at any time and get personalized help instead of having to wait for your weekly appointment with a provider who seems to follow a generic template of activities that don't really work?
What if you could feel seen, supported, and empowered to get your baby back on track instead of overlooked, overwhelmed, and frustrated?
This is your permission to want and receive better support for your baby - and yourself.
Say yes — I'll take care of the rest
Book a call
Schedule a 15-minute call with me to find out how we can work together. I'll answer any questions and discuss next steps (yours and your baby's!)
Join The Tot Spot
With access to me, plus a library of premium resources, and a community of parents just like you, you'll feel seen, supported, and equipped to get your baby back on track.
Breathe easy
Time to start making a plan for what you'll do with all those hours you used to spend worrying, seeing doctors, and schlepping to ineffective appointments. You and your baby finally have what you need to move forward!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every baby is different and progress time can vary depending on your baby's starting point and consistency with the exercises. Most babies begin to show progress within a few days to a few weeks.