Go Baby Go

2023

Go Baby Go (GBG) is a community-based outreach program that works with families, clinicians and industry partners to provide pediatric mobility equipment to children with disabilities. The primary mission of GBG is to provide modified ride-on cars to these children to use as a powered mobility device for fun, function, and exploration. GBG was founded by Dr. Cole Galloway, PT, PhD at the University of Delaware. Shawn Israel, PT, DPT and Heather Feldner, PT, PhD, PCS became co-directors of Go Baby Go Seattle in 2016, which officially became UW Go Baby Go in 2020. Mobility in children is more than just about getting from one place to the next; it is also about exploring the world in a way that allows for independence and healthy brain development. These modified ride-on cars are important because they give children control over their mobility which research has shown leads to developmental gains in motor skills, cognition, language, and social skills.Through playgroups, community events, and workshops GBG provides opportunities for families to build relationships and for children to socialize with their peers. GBG aims to provide all Go Baby Go cars to families at no cost, through sponsorship of workshops and individual and corporate donations.

Performing Research or Evaluation

Health-Related Activities, Quality of Life

Family Members/Caregivers

None

Single-County

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