When it comes time to choose a cup for your child, parents need to consider the effect that sippy cups have on speech development. As a speech therapist specializing in oral motor development, I have very strong opinions about cup drinking. Teaching your toddler...
Skills for 0-12 Months Many parents wonder about feeding their little ones. The period of the first year is full of so many changes, but one of the biggest is certainly feeding. You start with milk, whether it be from the breast or bottle. Then a few...
Being a new mom is tough! You are getting to know your baby while everyone around you weighs in on what to feed your child, how to care for your child, and how to get your child to sleep. Now add to this experience the fact that you know something is wrong, but...
Our tongue is essential to many of our daily functions, so it's no surprise that it is the focus of much of our earliest explorations. Some babies even suck their thumb while in their mother's womb! In our first months, it is normal to place our fingers, and for a...
Think of adenoids as little pillows that rest between your nose and your oral cavity. These little "pillows" are one of your body's best defenses against germs. When they become swollen, however, they can cause a variety of issues, including drooling, poor...
Yes, tongue-ties are a real thing, and for some, it is very painful. The scientific term for a tongue-tie is ankyloglossia or restricted movement of the tongue. A tie can occur in the anterior (front) or posterior (back) of the tongue. You may be surprised to learn...
It is said that timing is everything. You may have heard of orofacial myofunctional therapy (OMT) popping up here and there in the U.S. over the past few decades.
Aims: Review of evidence in support of an oral-facial growth impairment in the development of pediatric sleep apnea in non-obese children.
I’m here to show you how to bring out your child’s unique voice using simple, easy to follow strategies that work for you and your family.
