Pediatric Physical Therapy for Infants in Austin, Texas.

  • In-Home Convenience

    Therapy in the comfort of your baby's natural environment promotes better outcomes and skills transfer, without the stress of travel or unfamiliar settings.

  • Movement & Feeding Expertise

    Unique combined expertise in physical therapy and breastfeeding support addresses interconnected developmental challenges in one integrated approach.

  • Meaningful Results

    Focused on achieving your specific goals as quickly as possible. Watch your baby's progress unfold with targeted, evidence-based techniques.

  • Individualized Support

    A personalized treatment plan and direct access to your therapist between sessions. You’re not expected to do this alone.

Book A Free 15-Minute Consultation Call

Meet Your Therapist.

Dr. Jennifer Gaewsky, PT, DPT, CBS.

As a physical therapist for infants and Certified Breastfeeding Specialist (CBS), I specialize in supporting babies from newborn to toddler stages. My unique combination of motor development and lactation expertise allows me to address the interconnected nature of movement and feeding challenges. Using gentle, play-based techniques paired with parent education, I help infants reach their milestones while giving parents the tools they need to support development at home.

Commonly Treated Conditions

  • Torticollis

    A neck condition causing your baby's head to tilt or rotate to one side. Physical therapy uses gentle stretches, positioning, and play activities to help your baby move their head freely and comfortably.

  • Plagiocephaly

    Physical therapy addresses plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome) through repositioning strategies, tummy time recommendations, and exercises that promote symmetric head shape development.

  • Delayed Milestones

    Through targeted play-based activities and developmental exercises, physical therapy helps overcome milestone delays by strengthening key muscle groups and improving coordination skills.

  • Low Muscle Tone

    Physical therapy for infants with low muscle tone focuses on specific strengthening exercises and sensory stimulation to improve posture, movement patterns, and functional abilities.

  • Body Tension

    Using gentle techniques physical therapy helps reduce excessive body tension in infants, promoting more fluid movement and comfortable positioning.

  • Premature Birth

    Physical therapy supports premature infants through specialized developmental interventions that address potential motor delays and musculoskeletal challenges resulting from early birth.

  • Walking Difficulty

    Physical therapy addresses walking difficulties in infants through exercises targeting balance, coordination, and lower extremity strength to achieve confident, independent ambulation.

  • Tummy Time Difficulty

    For infants who struggle with tummy time, physical therapy offers modified positioning strategies and gradual progression techniques to build strength and tolerance while making it enjoyable.

  • Breastfeeding Challenges

    Physical therapy can address the underlying factors in breastfeeding difficulties through oral motor exercises and improving positioning.

  • Oral Motor Dysfunction

    Through specialized techniques focusing on jaw stability, tongue movement, and facial muscle coordination, physical therapy helps improve feeding skills and oral motor function in infants.

  • Tongue & Lip Tie

    Pre and post tongue or lip tie release procedures, physical therapy helps infants regain full range of motion through gentle exercises that prevent reattachment and improve oral motor function.

  • Infant Reflux

    Physical therapy can help manage infant reflux through positioning techniques and exercises that strengthen core muscles to improve digestive comfort.

Not sure if your baby needs therapy? Book a free consultation.

Start with a Consultation

Free

15 Minutes

Schedule a free 15-minute phone call to discuss your concerns and your baby's development. We'll talk about whether physical therapy might help, what to expect from the process, and answer your questions. This no-pressure conversation helps us both determine if we're a good fit for your baby's needs.

Physical Therapy Evaluation

$220

60 Minutes

A comprehensive assessment of your baby's development in your home. This session includes analyzing movement patterns, testing developmental skills, discussing your concerns, and creating a personalized treatment plan. You'll leave with a clear understanding of your baby's needs and specific strategies to begin helping right away.

Physical Therapy Treatment

$135

60 Minutes

Individual therapy sessions provided in your home following completion of an initial evaluation. Each session includes hands-on therapeutic techniques, play-based activities, and parent education to help your baby move and develop with greater ease. You'll receive specific strategies to incorporate between sessions.

  • My daughter now moves well on both sides, feeds better, and is getting stronger every day.

    “I had the best experience with Jen! She worked with my 3-month-old daughter to help her develop essential strength skills. She had a noticeable side preference, which was affecting her mobility and feeding. After just one session with Jen we saw incredible improvements. Her doable at-home approach made such a difference. My daughter now moves well on both sides, feeds better, and is getting stronger every day thanks to the simple exercises and guidance I received from Jen. I highly recommend her to any parent looking for a specialized PT professional. She will give you individualized knowledge for your exact baby. I’m sad our sessions are over because I loved learning from Jen! A big thank you to her for all the help and care.”

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  • I could see the positive impact that Jennifer's session had on our baby's mobility skills within the same day!!!

    “I had an amazing experience with our baby's physical therapist, Jennifer! Jennifer is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and caring. She made our little one feel comfortable and at ease throughout the session. I could see the positive impact that Jennifer's session had on our baby's mobility skills within the same day!!! Her dedication and passion for her profession were evident in every interaction. I highly recommend Jennifer as a physical therapist, or even to simply make sure you’re on the right track and are doing what your baby needs!”

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  • Jen is encouraging, patient, creative, kind and was so communicative with us on how to help our daughter thrive.

    Jen is an actual angel. Our daughter was not walking - not even standing without assistance at 18 months old. She worked with Jen one on one weekly and by their 4th session she was walking on her own! Jen is encouraging, patient, creative, kind and was so communicative with us on how to help our daughter thrive. If you are thinking about PT for your little, look no further than Jen. Thank you so much Jen!!

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  • The treatment plan was very personalized to our baby's needs.

    “We worked with Jen to resolve our newborn's torticollis. Jen is so warm and friendly, we really enjoyed working with her. She is very knowledgeable and we learned a lot, I found it all very interesting. The treatment plan was very personalized to our baby's needs.”

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  • She is detailed in her process and with follow-up materials, which helped greatly in between sessions.

    “I had an exceptional experience with Jen as she worked with my daughter when she wasn't crawling at 12 months. She made me feel calm and at ease as we worked difficult moments and she kept my daughter comfortable and happy. She is detailed in her process and with follow-up materials, which helped greatly in between sessions. My daughter made huge progress after each session with Jen and we couldn't be more grateful! She's walking (and running) now and we would highly recommend Jen's services.”

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  • I saw almost immediate progress with the activities/exercises she implemented!

    “Jen is just phenomenal at her job! She made our visits so fun and I saw almost immediate progress with the activities/exercises she implemented! I could not recommend her enough!!”

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  • What we appreciated most was her gentle approach—she was always encouraging but never pushy, allowing our son to progress at his own pace.

    “We are so grateful for Jennifer's help in getting our 18-month-old to walk! She was incredibly attentive, patient, and flexible with scheduling, which made the entire process so much easier for our family. What we appreciated most was her gentle approach—she was always encouraging but never pushy, allowing our son to progress at his own pace. Her friendly and supportive demeanor made each session enjoyable, and we saw real progress thanks to her expertise. Jenn also made sure to send us a recap email each time which was very helpful in boosting our confidence as well when trying to help our son. We could not recommend her enough to any family in need of a skilled and compassionate physical therapist!”

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Serving Families In Austin, Texas.📍

East Austin
Mueller
Easton Park
Domain
North Burnet 
Great Hills
Downtown
Tarrytown
South Congress
Zilker
Hyde Park
Allandale
Sunset Valley 
Circle C
Oak Hill
Anderson Mill
McNeil
Westlake

Frequently asked questions…

  • This practice operates out-of-network with insurance companies to provide the best possible care during your baby's critical developmental period.

    Here's what this means for your family:

    • Treatment can begin immediately without insurance delays or authorization wait times.

    • Critical developmental windows won't be missed while waiting for approval.

    • Your baby's care plan is based on developmental needs, without insurance restrictions.

    • Session frequency is flexible and determined by clinical expertise, not insurance limits.

    • Treatment decisions remain between you and your physical therapist.

    • Full 60-minute sessions (vs. typical 30-45 minutes).

    • More time for parent education.

    Payment Structure:

    • Payment is due in full at time of service.

    • A superbill is provided for insurance reimbursement if you choose to self-submit.

    • Transparent, flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees.

    • HSA/FSA cards accepted.

    Pricing Transparency:

    Session pricing reflects the value and costs of pediatric physical therapy:

    • Full 60-minute sessions of dedicated, one-on-one care.

    • Travel time and expenses to provide care in your home.

    • Session preparation and after-session documentation time.

    • Development and delivery of personalized home programs.

    • 12 years of professional expertise with doctoral-level education and specialized pediatric training.

    • Email, text, and phone call support and communication between sessions.

    • Coordination with medical providers if needed.

  • In Texas, referrals are handled as follows:

    No referral needed for:

    • Free consultations

    • Evaluations

    • Educational/wellness sessions

    For treatment sessions:

    • Initial 10 consecutive business days: No referral needed.

    • Beyond 10 days: Referral required to continue treatment.

    • All treatment must follow a completed evaluation.

  • In-home physical therapy services are provided in Austin, Texas:

    Downtown, Tarrytown, South Congress, Zilker, Hyde Park, Allandale, East Austin, Mueller, Easton Park, Sunset Valley, Circle C, Oak Hill, Domain, North Burnet, Great Hills, Anderson Mill, McNeil, Westlake.

    All sessions take place in your home. Please note:

    • Your address will be confirmed prior to scheduling.

    • Service area is subject to change.

  • Payment Policy:

    • Full payment is required for service.

    • A superbill is provided for insurance reimbursement if you choose to self-submit.

    • Transparent, flat-rate pricing with no hidden fees.

    • A secure payment system is used for all transactions.

    • HSA/FSA cards are accepted.

    Cancellation Policy:

    • 24-hour notice is required for all cancellations.

    • Late cancellations (less than 24 hours) incur a $40 fee.

    • This includes conflicts, vacations, or other events.

    • Illness and emergencies are handled case-by-case.

    • Late fees are billed directly to client.

    No-Show Policy:

    • No refund will be provided for no-shows (i.e. if you are not present for a scheduled home visit).

    • The practice reserves the right to discontinue services after no-shows.

    Schedule Changes:

    • The practice reserves the right to cancel appointments if needed.

    • Full refund provided for practice-initiated cancellations.

    • Rescheduling options will be offered when possible.

    Important Notes:

    • Consistent attendance supports optimal progress.

    • Early communication about schedule changes is appreciated.

  • The evaluation is a comprehensive 60-minute session in your home that includes:

    Initial Discussion

    • Review of your concerns and goals

    • Discussion of medical history

    • Understanding your baby's daily routines

    • Review of developmental history

    Hands-On Assessment

    • Observation of movement patterns

    • Testing of developmental skills

    • Assessment of muscle tone and strength

    • Evaluation of positioning preferences

    Parent Education

    • Explanation of findings

    • Discussion of development expectations

    • Demonstration of immediate intervention strategies

    • Teaching optimal positioning techniques

    • Answering your questions

    Treatment Planning

    • Setting specific goals

    • Recommending frequency of sessions

    • Creating a home program

    • Discussing timeline expectations

    • Planning next steps

    Documentation Provided

    • Written evaluation findings

    • Treatment recommendations

    • Home program instructions

    • Documentation for pediatrician if requested

  • Treatment sessions are 60 minutes in your home. Each session is customized to your baby's needs and developmental stage.

    Each session includes:

    • Hands-on therapeutic techniques

    • Play-based developmental activities

    • Parent education and coaching

    • Progress assessment

    • Home activity program updates

  • Yes. Parent education is a crucial part of every session.

    You'll learn:

    • Activities to support development

    • How to modify daily routines

    • Signs of progress to watch for

  • Professional physical therapy provides:

    • Assessment of your baby's specific needs.

    • Customized treatment approach.

    • Hands-on guidance and correction.

    • Expert monitoring of progress.

    • Modification of techniques as needed.

    • Safety oversight and education.

  • Treatment frequency is based on each baby's individual needs and will be discussed after the evaluation. A plan will be created that works best for your family.

  • Physical therapy evaluation may be beneficial if:

    • Your pediatrician mentioned concerns about development.

    • Your baby seems to prefer turning their head to one side.

    • You notice uneven movement patterns.

    • Your baby consistently resists tummy time.

    • Your baby is missing developmental milestones.

    • You see flattening on one side of the head.

    Even if you're unsure, a free consultation can help determine if an evaluation would be helpful.

  • You don't need to wait for your pediatrician to raise concerns. Parents often notice subtle differences in their baby's development between check-ups.

    If you have concerns, you can:

    • Schedule a free consultation

    • Get professional insight

    • Discuss your observations

    • Determine if an evaluation would be helpful

  • Early intervention is key - the sooner developmental concerns are addressed, the better. Many movement patterns and habits develop in the first few months of life. However, it's never too late to seek help if you have concerns about your baby's development.

  • Sessions are play-based and gentle, following your baby's cues and comfort level. Activities are modified based on your baby's mood and tolerance.

  • Physical Therapy Treatment Sessions:

    • Designed for babies with specific developmental concerns

    • Focus on addressing identified delays or challenges

    • Include formal evaluation and progress tracking

    • Treatment plan targets specific goals

    • May be eligible for insurance reimbursement

    • Documentation of medical necessity provided

    Wellness Sessions:

    • No medical referral needed

    • Perfect for babies developing typically

    • Focus on optimizing development through play

    • Educational in nature

    • Learn age-appropriate activities

    • Understand upcoming milestones

    • Get guidance on play space setup

    • Not considered medical treatment

    • Cannot be submitted to insurance

    • Ideal for proactive parents wanting to support development