Chomp Chomp Chomp

My child bites the straw when drinking.  Is this a problem?  As a feeding therapist, I often get asked if biting the straw while drinking from it is a problem.  My answer to them is typically more questions! There areRead More

What is OT and why is my therapist talking about it with me?

Often times, SLPs will ask parents if they have done an OT (Occupational Therapy) evaluation when starting therapy or after therapy has begun.   When a therapist asks you about this, it is often to get a better understanding of yourRead More

So What Is “PROMPT”

Have you looked into speech therapy and found a clinic that talks about the therapists and lists what they specialize or are trained in? Sometimes, it can be confusing with all the different trainings to know if they will helpRead More

Why is EVERYTHING going in my child’s mouth?!

This is often a question that parents ask when their little one is putting a variety of toys or items in his/her mouth! There are specific reasons that children do this, and it is important for us to let themRead More

Sooo What About Pacifiers?

There is so much information out there on pacifiers and when/how to take them away.  As a parent, the thought of taking it away can be overwhelming and a little scary.  The nuk or pacifier has been a way forRead More