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 […]

Traveling with a baby and/or a toddler can be overwhelming, but with a little planning and a positive mindset, it can also be a beautiful experience with wonderful memories to look back on! So whether you’re gearing up to go on a road trip or you’re taking a flight, I have compiled a baby + […]

We often find ourselves marveling at every aspect of a new baby. Their hands, tiny toes, cheeks, and lips. Almost everything. And I remember a time when I would look at photos of babies sleeping with their mouths wide open thinking to myself, aw, how cute. When my sister had her first and experienced significant […]

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 […]

Are you wondering if your baby would benefit from a feeding evaluation? Maybe you’re unsure if what you’re experiencing is ‘normal’ and having some difficulty with feeding your baby? If so, this blog post will identify signs your baby may need a feeding an evaluation. Signs your baby May Need Breastfeeding Support Breastfeeding is the […]

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 […]

One question I get often from parents as a speech-language pathologist and feeding therapist is whether tongue ties can affect starting solids? The short answer is yes, it’s possible! Why? Well, when tongue has limited mobility it can impact a baby’s ability to manipulate and consume solid foods effectively. In this blog post, we will […]

As a speech-language pathologist I get asked many questions about raising bilingual children. Today I’m sharing what I believe all parents should understand about raising a bilingual or multilingual child. 5 Facts about Raising Bilingual Children: 1. Bilingualism does NOT cause speech delays or disorders. Bilingual children are NOT more likely to have difficulties with […]

Babies all over the world typically begin saying their firsts words around 12 months. What a huge milestone it is for you and your baby. Today, I’m sharing 5 ways you can help your baby learn to say your name! And best way to teach your little one is through hands-on interactions and play. The […]