Feeding Therapy
We provide a responsive, whole-child approach that places your family at the heart of the journey. Using evidence-based practices, we create a supportive space where eating becomes an enjoyable connection rather than a daily battle. Our process is rooted in trust—never using pressure or rewards—to help your child feel safe and confident as they explore new flavors and textures.
We help families facing a wide range of feeding challenges, including stressful mealtimes, frequent gagging or reflux, meals that only happen with bribes or constant distractions, and difficulty chewing or swallowing safely. Our goal is to make eating feel calmer, safer, and more successful for both your child and your family.
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Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire Screening Tool
Adapted in format from the Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire Screening Tool by Feeding Matters. Take the questionnaire at feedingmatters.org/questionnaire
What are Pediatric Feeding Disorders?
Feeding disorders are more than just picky eating. They involve persistent difficulties with eating or drinking that impact a child's health and development. We provide specialized support for a range of challenges, including:
- Mealtime battles and significant family stress
- Extremely limited food repertoire (fewer than 20-30 foods)
- Avoidance of entire textures (e.g., only eating crunchy or smooth)
- Difficulty transitioning to age-appropriate textures
- Gagging, vomiting, or choking during mealtimes
- Challenges progressing with chewing and swallowing skills
Our Treatment Approach
Priority One
Ruling Out Medical Reasons
First, we rule out medical or structural reasons causing food aversion, such as GI issues or allergies. We collaborate closely with your child’s medical team to ensure all underlying concerns are addressed.
Priority Two
Establishing Mealtime Routine
We focus on establishing routine, structured, and consistent family mealtimes in a low-pressure way. Creating a predictable environment helps lower stress for both children and parents.
Priority Three
Supporting Independent Eating
We support independent eating through sensory and oral-motor therapy. We focus on essential skills like chewing, swallowing, and managing different textures with confidence.
Why Families Choose Us
We understand that mealtimes are about more than just nutrition—they are about joy, connection, and family. Families trust us because of our whole-child, evidenced-based approach that prioritizes your child's emotional well-being as much as their sensory and oral-motor progress. We work alongside you as a team to create lasting, positive change in your home.
Common Questions from Parents
What does a typical feeding evaluation look like?
We begin by listening to your journey. An evaluation involves observing a typical mealtime, reviewing medical and developmental history, and assessing oral-motor and sensory skills in a playful, low-pressure environment.
How long does it take to see progress in feeding therapy?
Feeding is a complex skill, and progress varies for every child. Our initial priority is establishing a calm mealtime environment, which often provides immediate emotional relief for the family while we work on long-term skill building.
Will I be involved in the therapy sessions?
While much of the direct therapy is spent working one-on-one with your child to develop specific skills, your involvement is a cornerstone of our approach. Parents play an active role in sessions focused on establishing routine, structured, and consistent mealtimes. You will receive regular updates and practical strategies to use at home, ensuring that the progress we make in therapy translates into real-world success for your family.
Ready for Calmer Mealtimes?
We understand the stress and worry that comes with feeding challenges. Let's work together to create a path forward that brings joy back to your family table. Request a consultation to discuss your child's unique needs.