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Family centered physiotherapy services for children from birth to 18 years of age in Kitchener-Waterloo and Surrounding Areas
At Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy, we provide specialized physiotherapy care for children from birth to 18 years old. Our practice is dedicated to supporting children and families through every stage of development.
Whether your baby is just starting to explore the world, your child has just been diagnosed with a condition that affects development or your bigger kid is navigating the challenges of growth and movement, we are here to help.
We take pride in creating a warm, welcoming environment where every child can thrive. No matter the concern, our goal is to empower families to help their children to reach their fullest potential through compassionate, evidence-based care.
At Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy, we provide expert care for a wide range of developmental, physical, and orthopedic concerns. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each child, ensuring they receive personalized, compassionate support.
We specialize in early intervention to address concerns such as:
For growing children, we provide therapy for:
We offer specialized care for children with developmental and physical disabilities, including:
Our team supports children recovering from injuries or managing orthopedic concerns, including:
At Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy, we are dedicated to providing personalized, one-on-one physiotherapy care for every child. Our process begins with a comprehensive assessment, where we take the time to understand your child’s unique needs, challenges, and goals.
From there, we work collaboratively with each family to create an individualized care plan that aligns with their priorities. We consider your child’s specific needs alongside your family’s goals, lifestyle, and budget to design a plan that works for everyone. Our goal is to ensure that therapy is not only effective but also sustainable and manageable for the whole family.
With our 1:1 approach, we ensure each session is focused entirely on your child. This allows us to provide the highest level of care and flexibility, making adjustments as needed based on your child’s progress.
Milestones and Me
Our Milestones and Me group classes provide a fun, interactive, and budget-friendly way for families to work towards their child’s developmental goals. These 6-session, 50-minute physiotherapy gross motor classes are focused on Purposeful Play and are led by a skilled physiotherapist.
The groups are designed to support children as they reach key milestones in a supportive and engaging environment. Each class is tailored to the specific developmental stage of the group, helping children gain confidence in their movement and progress at their own pace. New families to Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy will need an assessment to determine group appropriateness.
Note: Depending on demand and interest, we may occasionally offer hybrid or additional groups.
For registration details, be sure to check our social media for updates.
At Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy, we understand that feeding is a vital part of your child's development. Whether your infant is bottle-feeding, breastfeeding, or a combination of both, we are here to support you. Our physiotherapists collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including IBCLCs, airway dentists, pediatricians, osteopaths, and chiropractors—to create a comprehensive care plan tailored to your family's goals.
During our assessment, we evaluate how your child's body and tongue function together, focusing on:
Our lending library is stocked with a variety of less common but available in Canada bottles that support proper oral motor development that families can trial.
Our goal is to make feeding a positive experience for both you and your child, fostering healthy growth and development.
As usual, appointments are required and we continue to have strict Illness policies and procedures in place. Masking is still required. See FAQs for Illness Policy.
We believe in empowering children and their families through individualized care that addresses each child’s unique needs. Our approach combines evidence-based therapy with a deep understanding of child development to help every child move, grow, and thrive. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do. We work closely with families to create personalized plans that align with their goals, lifestyle, and resources.
Our team of highly skilled and experienced physiotherapists are dedicated to providing the highest quality care to our patients, using the latest evidence-based techniques and technologies.
Erin grew up outside of Windsor, Ontario before moving to the Kitchener-Waterloo area. From a young age she had a passion for sport and children, spending time teaching figure skating and being a camp counsellor. She was a competitive synchronized figure skater, skating on Team Canada for 3 years. It was after an injury that required time in physiotherapy that Erin found her calling. Erin completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo in 2006, then went on to complete her Masters in Physiotherapy from Griffith University in Australia in 2010. During her Masters she did a placement in a children’s hospital and her passion for pediatric physiotherapy was sparked. Upon returning home she immediately pursued a job in pediatrics and was a part of a wonderful interdisciplinary team, which helped set the foundation for the rest of her career. Erin continues to pursue additional education courses in order to expand her skill set and keep up with current best practice. Erin is a mom of 2 busy young girls and enjoys spending time outside at the park, riding bikes or going on adventures.
Ashley has always had a passion for working with kids! Growing up in Guelph, Ontario she worked as a camp counsellor and gymnastic coach, she loved creating a fun learning environment for the children she worked with. Ashley was also a competitive cheerleader and track and field athlete, competing all over North America. These sports led to numerous injuries and physiotherapy treatments, which created an interest in the profession. Ashley completed her Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo, while at Waterloo she worked at The Infant & Child Studies Group, assisting in research on child development. She recently completed her Master’s Degree in Physiotherapy from Western University, where she did a placement at a pediatric hospital in London, England, this confirmed that pediatric physiotherapy was the place for her! She has completed additional training in DMI Introductory Level A and looks forward to continuing to take more courses to ensure she is providing the highest quality care! In her free time, Ashley loves camping, hiking, coaching gymnastics, and spending time with friends.
Selena grew up in Watford, Ontario where her passion for working with and helping children began at a young age through coaching hockey and soccer and babysitting. She played competitive soccer and university hockey in which she learned about physiotherapy from injuries she sustained. Selena completed her Honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo. While at Waterloo, she spoke to children at local schools as a student athlete and volunteered with Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy where her interest in pediatric physiotherapy was sparked. She recently completed her Master’s of Physiotherapy from Western University and completed a placement at Erin Memering Pediatric Physiotherapy, which enhanced her passion to work in the field of pediatric physiotherapy! Selena has completed additional training in TMR Tots n Teens Level 1 and is excited to continue taking courses to expand her treatment approaches and provide the best client care! In her free time, Selena enjoys spending time with my family and friends, camping, hiking, and playing various sports.
Children are not little adults! Don’t just settle for any physiotherapist at your local clinic. By choosing us you receive:
Early intervention is key to supporting your child’s development and addressing challenges before they grow into bigger concerns. Waiting to see if your child “catches up” can delay critical support that could make a meaningful difference in their progress. With timely care, we can build a strong foundation for your child’s future, helping them thrive now and in the years to come.
We prioritize creating a safe environment for all families, especially those with medically fragile children. Our clinic maintains strict illness policies, a mandatory masking policy, and clean air through enhanced ventilation and filtration systems. Your family’s health and well-being are at the forefront of everything we do.
Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) is a specialized hands-on physiotherapy approach designed for infants and children with developmental delays.
This psychomotor therapy focuses on the connection between the brain and the body, leveraging neuroplasticity—the brain’s incredible ability to adapt, recover, and form new neural pathways.
The hallmark of CME is its focus on helping children develop automatic motor responses by working against gravity. During each session, a trained physiotherapist carefully positions the child to challenge their body to react and adjust independently. As these reactions are practiced, the brain forms new neural connections, increasing the likelihood of repeating these movements over time.
The ultimate goal of CME is to help children develop functional motor control and achieve greater independence in head and trunk control, sitting, standing, and walking.
While Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) and CME look very similar on the surface, they are in fact different. CME prioritizes the quality and refinement of exercises and encourages children to work towards improving alignment. DMI prioritizes alignment and uses additional equipment such as knee immobilizers, theratogs or estim to achieve alignment within the exercises.
It isn’t uncommon for children to cry at times during CME, especially the first few sessions. We are asking them to do something hard and they are communicating with us. We prioritize making a connection so that the child and therapist can build a relationship built on trust and support, over time most children settle. We always provide time for cuddles with parents and regulation.
CME is carefully designed to meet your child where they are in their development. While it does challenge children to work against gravity and develop new motor responses, the exercises are tailored to their abilities and progress at a pace that is appropriate for them.
The goal of CME is to gently push your child toward functional movement while building their confidence and resilience. Our trained physiotherapists ensure each session is engaging, supportive, and motivating, making the process both effective and enjoyable.
Some children may initially find the exercises unfamiliar, but as they gain strength and coordination, they often adapt quickly and thrive. We also work closely with families to ensure everyone feels confident and supported throughout the process.
Total Motion Release (TMR) Tots is an innovative and gentle approach to pediatric physiotherapy that focuses on improving your child’s movement patterns and overall function. Unlike traditional therapies that directly target areas of concern, TMR works by identifying and addressing areas of the body with better mobility and strength to help naturally balance and improve areas with limitations.
TMR can be tailored to children with a wide range of developmental or physical challenges, from mild to complex.
Yes, in fact TMR works best when done daily. Our priority is to empower parents to be the primary treatment provider with our support.
Traditional physiotherapy often focuses on directly addressing areas of the body that are tight, weak, or not functioning as expected. This can sometimes involve stretching tight muscles to improve range of motion. While this approach can be effective, in children, repeated traditional stretching has the potential to create microtears in tight muscles, which may lead to discomfort or delayed progress.
Total Motion Release (TMR) takes a different and more holistic approach. Rather than focusing on the tight or restricted areas, TMR identifies areas of the body that already move well and uses specific, guided movements to enhance these strengths. This creates a ripple effect throughout the body, allowing restricted areas to release naturally and balance to be restored without overstressing tight muscles.
The Hypervibe is a whole-body vibration platform used in physiotherapy to help children improve strength, balance, coordination, and regulate muscle tone. This specialized tool delivers controlled vibrations to stimulate the body’s muscles and nervous system, enhancing movement and development.
For our children with high or low tone, we frequently start the session on the hypervibe and than transition into other exercises such as CME
While the Hypervibe is a versatile and effective tool, it may not be suitable for every child. The Hypervibe may not be appropriate for children with acute injuries, such as recent fractures or muscle tears. Additionally, children with certain medical conditions like uncontrolled epilepsy, severe cardiovascular issues, or implanted medical devices (e.g., pacemakers; rods or screws) may not be candidates for vibration therapy. Those with conditions affecting bone health, such as severe osteoporosis may not be appropriate. Finally, children with heightened sensory sensitivities might find the vibrations overwhelming, although adjustments can often be made to accommodate them.
Yes there is! Research shows the whole body vibration can improve strength/power, increase bone mineral density/bone mass, impact motor-neuron excitability and improve muscle function in children. One study showed improvement in spasticity and walking motor pattern in children with CP.
At Erin Memering Pediatric Physio, we use the Hypervibe WBV platform as a safe and effective way to complement therapy. While it’s not a standalone treatment, it’s a powerful addition to help children achieve their physical goals more effectively. If you’re curious, we’re happy to share more about the studies and explain how WBV might support your child’s progress!
Take a virtual stroll through our space! Watch the video tour below to see our clinic firsthand.
Equipped with mirrors and toys at floor level, these spaces create a playful, safe environment for infants and toddlers.
Featuring a swing, slide, trampoline, balance beam, and plenty of games, our gym encourages movement and exploration while making therapy fun.
Designed specifically for specialized therapy techniques.
A quiet, comfortable space for parents to feed their babies
Including a change table stocked with spare supplies and fully accessible washrooms.
No, you do not need a doctor’s referral to access physiotherapy services. Please note, some insurance companies may need a referral for benefit coverage.
No, we feel strongly that a diagnosis doesn't define children. In many cases, there is not a diagnosis. We treat all children by assessing their individual strengths and needs to collaboratively come up with individualized goals.
Yes, if you have extended health benefit coverage for physiotherapy you can claim our sessions. Your receipt will include all the information needed to submit your claim. At this time, we do not offer direct billing.
We currently accept Visa, Mastercard, cash or e-transfers.
Absolutely! We love nothing more than to work as a part of a client’s inter-disciplinary team. That may mean joint sessions; utilizing specific strategies from other disciplines or incorporating other goals into our sessions. We are happy to communicate with any member of your therapy team.
A parent’s intuition is usually right! If you have a gut feeling there is something not quite right, get it checked. We offer free 10-minute phone consults if you aren't sure if physiotherapy is the right place for your concern. We also offer Milestone checkup if you are unsure if your child is meeting their milestones and are looking for recommendations for purposeful play.
No one in the household may have any new symptoms (fever; cough; shortness of breath; Decrease or loss of sense of taste or smell; muscle aches; fatigue; sore throat; runny nose; congestion; headache; nausea; vomiting or diarrhea) in the past 10 days. Otherwise in-person sessions will need to be switched to virtual or rescheduled. Should anyone in your household test positive for COVID-19, in-person sessions will also be paused until 10 days after the first positive test.
We require 48 hours between the last bout of vomiting, diarrhea or fever (without medications).
*Please note late cancellation charges will apply if symptoms began more than 48 hours previously and 48 hour notice was not given.
More questions? Reach out via phone or email, we are always happy to discuss any concerns you may have.
515 Dotzert Crt
Unit 8
Waterloo, Ontario
N2L6A7
Virtual Assessments and Treatments are available if appropriate
We were extremely pleased with the service and professionalism provided by Erin during the time that she treated our premature twins during their infancy. We were advised by our doctor to seek pediatric physiotherapy as part of their developmental care and Erin did an amazing job with our girls in a friendly and effective manner. We saw great progress during/after their time under her care. We highly recommend Erin for any families requiring a pediatric physiotherapist for their child(ren).
Matt and Nadine Iley
Waterloo, ON
Erin is a dedicated physiotherapist who took the time to get to know my son and his strengths, weaknesses and personality. She learned what our needs were as a family and helped us set and reach mobility, strength and independence goals, giving both my son and I confidence that he could make gains in these areas. Erin is committed to her professional development and I really appreciate that she is continually learning and upgrading her skills to serve her clients better. During our weekly sessions she has become a friend and additional support, for which I am grateful. I believe her positivity and ability to connect with my son make all the difference in his willingness to work hard in therapy, and he looks forward to his sessions and seeing her every week.
A.W.
After just 2 weeks of some simple exercises I saw big improvements in my daughter's core muscles. She used to get so frustrated playing on the floor and now she is starting to roll on her own!
It was easy and fun to do the exercises Erin suggested. I just wish I had started my daughter's physio earlier. It has made such a big difference already!
N.H.
Please contact us directly with any questions, referrals, or scheduling inquiries you may have.
Phone: (519)804-0940 Email: info@empediatricphysio.com
Monday: 10am-5pm
Tuesday: 10am - 7pm
Wednesday: 9am-6pm
Thursday: 9am-5pm
Friday: 8am-4pm
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