How should I be holding my baby to promote a good head shape? Should I be doing more tummy time? How do I "play" with my baby when they're so little? Am I holding him/her too much? Should I put my baby in a bouncer seat? A carrier? Is my baby behind on her milestones even though she seems ok at her checkups? I'm feeling flooded with emotions; I need someone to tell me I'm doing it right or what I should be doing differently. Does this sound familiar? Let Sara take on this role for you or your friend/family member. She will help to provide the professional reassurance and guidance needed in this new, beautiful chapter!
Sara Keller, PT, DPT is a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 15 years of pediatric experience including typical development to medically complex newborns across the settings of home health, outpatient, and inpatient rehabilitation. She’s BLS certified and passionate about empowering parents inside the home environment.
As a mom of five, Sara understands the whirlwind of emotions and questions in the fourth trimester. Balanced Beginnings strives to fill a gap in postpartum care by pairing evidence‑based guidance with warm, hands‑on support—so families feel confident and supported from the very beginning.
In-home newborn guidance & individualized support
Professional newborn care so you can rest and reset
Can be added directly after a Newborn Guidance Visit or scheduled as a separate session.
Comprehensive developmental screening with individualized guidance.
Trusted professional services include proper hand washing and sanitation protocols. All sessions can be modified based on length of hospital stay for mom or baby, multiples, home birth, etc.
Schedule a Visit
To schedule a visit, contact Sara directly via email or text to discuss availability and next steps.
eGift Cards Available
A thoughtful, practical gift for the early postpartum weeks. Available in any dollar amount and can be used toward any service.
Email: sara.balancedbeginnings@gmail.com
Text: 616-581-2810
Serving West Michigan (Caledonia, Alto, Middleville, Hastings, Cascade, Ada, Grand Rapids, Kentwood, Byron Center, and nearby). In‑home visits beyond the standard radius may include a travel fee. Balanced Beginnings, LLC does not participate with insurance; services are private‑pay. Payment is due prior to time of service, with 50% due at time of booking.
A postpartum doula focuses on the fourth trimester—supporting recovery, feeding, newborn care education, and the family’s adjustment. Balanced Beginnings blends doula‑style, hands‑on support with pediatric PT expertise for evidence‑based guidance tailored to your baby’s development. Catch any atypical development early and promote a well‑rounded postpartum experience throughout your baby’s first year.
Although Sara is a licensed physical therapist in the state of Michigan, her business model is not intended to provide physical therapy evaluation or treatment. She is happy to make referrals, provide skilled screenings, home programs, and talk through suggestions.
No. Renew & Recharge is an optional add-on for families who want supported rest and newborn care coverage.
Yes. Many families choose to schedule an additional Newborn Guidance Visit during the early postpartum weeks.
Do you know a family who could benefit from extra support at home despite no current developmental concerns?
In the therapy realm, this could be a patient who had a one-time evaluation without further services recommended, or a discharged patient whose parents could use more support but goals have been met from an insurance and developmental standpoint.
Balanced Beginnings services are a great way to provide engaged new parents with a professional and proactive resource.