While many may assume that bottle feeding is straightforward, it can actually be quite challenging for some babies. Some babies may struggle with latching onto the bottle, or may have trouble coordinating sucking, swallowing, and breathing. It’s also important to consider that some babies might resist the bottle altogether.

As a skilled speech language pathologist who focuses on feeding and swallowing, I can help overcome these hurdles and make the bottle feeding experience more enjoyable for both baby and family.

Introducing solid foods is an exciting milestone for many families, but for some infants and toddlers, the transition can be more challenging. Difficulties with texture, sensory sensitivities, oral-motor coordination, or even underlying medical issues can make it hard for some little ones to adapt to solid foods.

For infants and toddlers struggling with this transition, I will be able to help identify underlying issues and offer strategies to make mealtimes more successful and less stressful for both the child and their family.

For some babies and children, oral feeding may not be possible due to medical conditions, developmental delays, or difficulties with swallowing, and they may require alternative feeding methods.

While these methods ensure that babies and children receive the necessary nutrition for growth and development, they can be emotionally challenging for families. Working closely with me, I can help families navigate these challenges, and when appropriate, explore a gradual transition to oral feeding.