It All Began With a Question

Hey there, I’m Madie!
My goal is to serve kids and families with differing diagnoses to show the world that everyone has a role to play (get it? 😉). Over and over, parents ask me for strategies to help their child play or ask which toy is appropriate because they might not be able to interact with age-appropriate toys. This has led to parents feeling a little defeated. I am here to solve that problem! I want to empower you as a parent to have the tools to determine which toys are appropriate to get playing and learning with your child.

play the day away

1. I love making meals from scratch 
2. I have always lived in Southern California
3. I like deep squeezes and proprioception (give me all of the heavy work)
4. Sunsets are my favorite

Fun facts:

Exploring new toys for this site, working with a kiddo in the clinic or getting coffee with friends.

YOU CAN FIND ME:

Judgement, negativity and not trying your best. 

I'm NOT ABOUT:

Always learning, educating others and helping everyone feel included. I support radical inclusion and breaking barriers.

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When I’m not busy working on all things physical therapy related, you can find me hiking with my dog, cooking or just hanging out with my close friends. I have a golden doodle, Cora, who is the best adventure + cuddle buddy. I have a tribe of talented pediatric physical, speech, occupational and recreational therapists that I am lucky enough to call my best friends. 

Still here? Let’s connect!
Reach out via our contact page to learn more about Milestone Market, what we do or if there are specific toys you would like to learn about.

But first...who am I?
My name is Madie and I am a Pediatric Physical Therapist out of Southern California. I graduated with my Doctorate in Physical Therapy in 2017 and have been working in pediatrics ever since; teaching kids how to move their body and explore their world! I consider myself luck to play with bubbles, play-doh and swings all day and get paid for it!! Most days you can find me in the clinic or helping at our local university as an adjunct professor in the pediatric physical therapy classes. I am mostly known for my off key singing, cheering kids on in the clinic and building connections in the community. 

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Play is our brain's favorite way of learning
-Diane Ackerman

they say:

let's work together

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Here at Milestone Market, we provide a curated list of toys for children with developmental delays as well as consultation services, a storefront to purchase toys and learn how a specific toy can help their development.