Baby Steps

Located in Jamaica Plain, MA, Baby Steps, within the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Boston Medical Center, specializes in providing essential developmental evaluations and nutritional assessments for former premature infants or those with complex newborn backgrounds. Our compassionate multidisciplinary team, which includes a developmental and behavioral pediatrician, occupational therapists, and two dietitians, is dedicated to supporting families through every stage of their child's development. We offer tailored evaluations and recommendations for developmental services such as Early Intervention, along with nutritional guidance and medical management. For families facing challenges with diet or weight gain, our dietitian provides personalized home visits to observe feeding practices and develop effective feeding plans. Additionally, we offer feeding assessments for infants with specific feeding difficulties. With a focus on continuous care, follow-ups are arranged based on the unique needs of each child and family, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.