Making Mealtimes a Joyful Experience

Helping children develop safe, comfortable, and confident eating skills through compassionate, individualized feeding and oral motor therapy.

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The Journey to Happy, Stress-Free Eating

Eating and drinking should feel safe, comfortable, and enjoyable for every child. Our feeding and oral motor therapy services are designed to support children who experience challenges with eating, swallowing, or oral coordination through gentle, individualized, and evidence-based care.

We focus on improving oral motor function, feeding skills, and swallowing coordination while supporting families with clear guidance and compassionate support throughout the process.

Signs of Feeding and Swallowing Difficulties

  • Difficulty chewing or swallowing food.
  • Coughing or gagging during meals.
  • Refusing certain foods or textures.
  • Excessive drooling during eating.
  • Food or liquid coming out of the mouth or nose.
  • Long or stressful mealtimes.
  • Difficulty breastfeeding or bottle-feeding.
  • Trouble coordinating breathing while eating.
  • Frequent vomiting or spitting up.
  • Poor weight gain or growth concerns.
  • Recurring respiratory infections.
  • Irritability or discomfort during feeding.
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During the Evaluation, Our Specialists May

  • Review medical history and developmental concerns.
  • Observe posture, chewing, and oral movements during meals.
  • Examine oral muscle strength and coordination.
  • Evaluate swallowing safety and feeding behaviors.
  • Recommend additional testing when necessary.

Additional Evaluations May Include

Modified Barium Swallow Study

A specialized X-ray study used to observe how food and liquids move during swallowing.

Endoscopic Swallow Assessment

A lighted scope may be used to evaluate swallowing function and airway safety.

Rewrite Your Child’s Mealtime Story

Our dedicated pediatric specialists are here to help your child develop safe, confident, and positive eating experiences. With personalized support and compassionate care, we work toward building independence and comfort at mealtimes for both children and families.

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