Why Starting with “Core First” Can Change Everything for Your Child
When your child is struggling with things like handwriting, speech, or coordination, it’s natural to want to jump straight to the problem you can see.
If handwriting is messy… you practice handwriting.
If speech is delayed… you focus on speech.
But what if that’s not where you should start?
This is what he discussed in this weeks Infinity Method for Parents live call.
The Problem Isn’t Always What You See
In this week’s live call, Dr. Josh explained something that changes how you approach your child’s development:
Most “fine motor” and cognitive challenges actually start deeper in the brain—specifically with the cerebellum.
The cerebellum is responsible for coordination. Not just physical coordination, but how different parts of the brain communicate with each other.
And it develops in a very specific order.
Development Happens from the Inside Out
Before a child can use their hands well…
Before they can write, speak clearly, or focus…
They need:
Core stability
Balance
Coordination of the trunk and posture
This is called midline development.
If that foundation isn’t strong, everything built on top of it becomes harder.
That’s why working on handwriting without core stability can feel frustrating and slow.
It’s not that your child can’t learn the skill…
It’s that their brain doesn’t have the foundation to support it yet.
Why This Changes Your Approach
When you shift your focus to building:
Balance
Core strength
Primitive reflex integration
You’re not just helping movement…
You’re helping your child’s brain organize itself more efficiently.
And when that happens, things like:
Speech
Attention
Fine motor skills
Often start improving faster—and with less resistance.
The Takeaway
If you feel stuck working on the same skills over and over again…
It might not be about doing more.
It might be about starting in the right place.
If you want to get in on these live calls with Dr. Josh and other parents, click here.