Better eating doesn't just nourish your child—it can bring greater comfort and confidence to the whole family.

Feeding & Swallowing

  • A black and white photograph of a baby being fed with a baby bottle, held by an adult's hand.

    Bottle Feeding Difficulties or Aversions

    Bottle feeding doesn't always come easily. Difficulties with latching, sucking, swallowing, or coordinating breathing during feeds can make feeding stressful for babies and their families. Some babies may also show signs of discomfort, fatigue, or resistance during feeding.

    We look at how your baby uses their oral skills and coordinates feeding to help identify what may be contributing to these challenges. Together, we explore individualized strategies that support comfortable, effective feeding while respecting your baby's needs and your family's feeding goals.

  • A young child with curly hair sitting in a high chair, holding a piece of food in one hand, looking at it with a focused expression.

    Transitioning to Solid Food

    Learning to eat solid foods takes time, practice, and exploration. Some babies and toddlers have difficulty accepting new textures, managing food in their mouths, chewing, or expanding the variety of foods they eat.

    We consider your child's oral skills, sensory experiences, developmental needs, and feeding history to understand what may be making mealtimes challenging. Our goal is to help children build feeding skills and confidence at a pace that supports their comfort, safety, and development.

  • Newborn baby with oxygen tube in nose, sleeping with eyes closed, wrapped in a hospital blanket.

    Alternative Feeding Methods

    Some infants and children need additional support to meet their nutritional needs, including supplemental or tube feeding. These experiences can bring practical and emotional challenges for families.

    We provide individualized feeding support and education to help families understand their child's needs and navigate feeding options. When appropriate and medically supported, we can also help explore oral feeding skills and opportunities for progress while respecting each child's readiness, safety, and overall needs.

When Feeding is Challenging

Feeding challenges can look different for every child. We support families navigating difficulty with chewing, gagging, pocketing food, limited food variety, mealtime stress, and concerns about swallowing or feeding coordination. Our goal is to understand what may be contributing to the difficulty and help each child develop skills in a supportive, individualized way.

Feeding Resources

Explore our blog for insights on feeding development, navigating challenges, and understanding the many factors that shape a child’s feeding journey.