When addressing tongue ties, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of working collaboratively with a tongue tie team for the best possible outcomes. Ties can impact several areas of development from feeding, digestion, sleep, airway, speech, and more. That said, we really need to look at both the mother, baby dyad holistically to address the […]

When it comes to baby and toddler sleep there is such a wide variation of what may be considered ‘normal.’ Night waking, while exhausting, is actually so normal and common in the early years and may not be anything to be concerned about. This is especially true when a baby or toddler is going through […]

There’s a lot of misinformation that can lead to confusion when it comes to the topic of tongue ties. I always want to educate and empower parents with information that is evidence-based to help you make informed decisions that best support you and your baby or toddler. Today I’m sharing 3 important things I believe […]

Are you wondering how to wean your baby or toddler off the pacifier? For some families, it may be quite simple. And for others the process may not be so linear. But commitment, consistency, and patience will go a long way. And with my guidance, you can get there! Pacifier Weaning Timeline Feeding experts typically […]

There are so many conflicting opinions on pacifiers that it can confuse and overwhelm parents. And understandably so! In this post, I will share what you need to know about pacifiers from the perspective of a speech-language pathologist, feeding therapist, and lactation counselor. We’ll explore the timing of pacifier introduction, the benefits of pacifier use, […]

Sleep can be a common worry for many parents. There’s so much talk about what babies ‘should’ and ‘shouldn’t’ be doing that it can leave you second guessing yourself and losing touch with your instincts in the process. And I know there can be a great deal of conflicting information on this very topic so […]