Supporting Children with Special Needs: A Holistic Approach to Development

Special Edition: Workshops for Babies with Down Syndrome:

Raising a baby with Down syndrome comes with its joys, challenges, and questions. These special edition workshops, led by Francesca Seegy, offer a nurturing, inclusive space for both babies and their parents to grow, bond, and thrive at their own rhythm. Francesca’s holistic, body-based approach combines the wisdom of the First-Step Method®, PäPKi® developmental therapy, Feldenkrais principles, and PEKiP®-inspired activities. Her work is grounded in deep observation, hands-on techniques, and respect for each baby’s pace and potential

Francesca adapts each session to the baby’s current level, creating a tailored therapeutic journey that evolves over time. Whether your baby has low muscle tone, sensory integration challenges, or delays in reaching milestones, these workshops provide the tools, reassurance, and know-how to move forward—step by step

What to Expect

These gentle, play-based sessions are designed to:

  • Support early motor skills like tummy time, rolling, crawling, and sitting
  • Enhance body awareness and muscle tone through sensory and proprioceptive play
  • Encourage eye-hand coordination, communication, and social interaction
  • Help parents understand their baby’s needs and how to support development naturally
  • Foster a strong, joyful connection between baby and caregiver

For Whom Are These Workshops?

These gentle, play-based sessions are designed to:

  • Parents of infants and toddlers with Down syndrome (0–24 months)
  • Babies experiencing hypotonia, sensory processing issues, or motor delays
  • Families seeking inclusive baby development support in Switzerland, Germany, and Italy
  • Parents who want to actively participate in their child’s growth and resilience
  • Professionals who want to approach this holistic method and integrate into the traditional medicine

The Core Philosophy: Every Child Can Learn New Developmental Pathways

Since 2009, I’ve been committed to supporting the development of children with special needs across Germany, Italy, France, and Switzerland. My work is rooted in an observation-based, holistic therapeutic model inspired by international experts in neurodevelopment and early intervention. This approach is designed to support children with a wide range of challenges, including:

  • Motor delays
  • Sensory processing difficulties
  • Neurological vulnerabilities
  • Developmental disorders and rare conditions
  • Developmental disorders and rare conditions

With the right environment and therapeutic support, every child—regardless of their starting point—can create new and meaningful developmental pathways. Instead of focusing on limitations, I focus on each child’s existing abilities and missed developmental stages that may need to be revisited. Key pillars of this method include:

  • Identifying gaps in neuromotor and sensory development
  • Encouraging step-by-step relearning through play and movement
  • Creating a safe, supportive, and stimulating environment
  • Engaging parents as active participants in the process

Parent-Led Progress: Daily Practice, Real Results

Parents play a central role in their child’s development. Through targeted coaching and clear, hands-on strategies, families are empowered to:

Support their child’s motor, sensory, emotional, and social growth
Integrate therapeutic activities into daily routines
Gain confidence in understanding their child’s developmental needs

By working together with trained professionals, parents become the most effective therapeutic partners in their child’s journey.

Why working with me

My professional path began with a deeply personal experience: witnessing the transformative power of this approach with my own younger son. This life-changing insight ignited my passion to help other children and families benefit from the same kind of conscious, supported developmental care.

Collaboration with Foundations and Associations

Therapeutic access and funding are critical, especially for families managing rare diseases or neurological diagnoses. Over the years, several leading organizations have supported and recognized this work: AEMO (Association for Childhood & Rare Diseases)—Lausanne, KMSK (Children with Rare Diseases)—Zürich, and HIKI (Association for Brain-Injured Children)—Zürich HIKI featured our method and shared real stories like Benedikt and Karli in their children’s bulletin. These partnerships have enabled many children to receive high-quality therapy tailored to their individual needs.
🧩 We’re happy to work with your local foundation or association to make therapy accessible for your child.

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