The Little Eaters & Talkers

Overcoming Feeding Challenges,

One Meal at a Time

We provide the tools and support your child needs to thrive at the table and beyond, fostering overall growth and development.

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Expert Pediatric Feeding Therapy

At Little Eaters, we specialize in helping children overcome feeding challenges and develop healthy relationships with food. Our team of experienced pediatric feeding therapists provides comprehensive evaluations and creates individualized treatment plans tailored to each child’s unique needs.

Personalized Treatment Plans

We utilize a play-based approach to therapy, making sessions engaging and fun for children. Through positive reinforcement and sensory exploration, we help children expand their food choices and develop confidence in their eating abilities.

Empowering Parents

We believe in empowering parents to play an active role in their child’s feeding journey. We provide education, guidance, and support every step of the way, equipping families with the tools they need to foster positive mealtime experiences at home.

Specialized Solutions for Your Child's Feeding and Speech Development

At Little Eaters and Talkers, we recognize that every child’s journey to mastering eating and speech is unique, filled with its own set of challenges. From difficulties with bottle-feeding to the complex transition to solid foods, our compassionate team is dedicated to transforming these challenges into milestones. Our approach goes beyond traditional methods, addressing not just the symptoms but the underlying causes of feeding and speech difficulties.is a Paragraph Font

The Struggle

Mealtime Meltdowns & Picky Eaters

Feeding
Difficulties

Your child may struggle with chewing, swallowing, or transitioning to textured foods, making mealtimes stressful.

These challenges can increase the risk of choking or aspiration and may impact overall health and safety.

Over time, feeding difficulties can lead to frustration, anxiety, and negative associations with food, affecting social and emotional development.

Oral Aversion or Sensory Sensitivities

Mealtimes may involve resistance or distress due to sensitivities to textures, tastes, smells, or temperatures.

Extreme food selectivity can limit nutritional intake and may affect your child’s growth and overall development.

Ongoing feeding stress can create anxiety and tension around meals, impacting the entire family’s quality of life.

Picky
Eating

Your child may refuse most foods, leading to frequent mealtime struggles and concerns about nutrition.

Limited food variety can result in nutritional gaps that affect growth, energy levels, and overall health.

Picky eating may also impact social interactions and family routines, increasing stress for both children and caregivers.

Delayed Feeding Milestones

Your child may not be meeting age-appropriate feeding milestones, raising concerns about development and well-being.

Delays in feeding skills can affect growth, speech development, and social participation.

These challenges may lead to frustration and anxiety for both children and parents over time.

Help your child

expand their

food choices

We focus on building trust and making mealtimes enjoyable rather than using pressure or rewards. By addressing the root causes of picky eating, we help children feel more comfortable with food and support lasting improvements in eating habits.

Develop safe
and efficient feeding skills

Our personalized approach tailors therapy to each child’s unique needs. We partner closely with families to create a supportive feeding environment while building confidence and reducing risks related to choking or aspiration.

Build confidence and positive associations with food

Through positive, supportive experiences, we help children develop a healthy relationship with food. This approach reduces mealtime stress and anxiety while encouraging curiosity, confidence, and long-term healthy eating habits.

Achieve age-appropriate feeding milestones

Our holistic approach supports both immediate feeding goals and long-term development. We focus on building skills that promote growth, independence, and overall well-being while meeting each child where they are developmentally.

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TESTIMONIALS

Hear from Happy Parents & Little Eaters

See how we’ve helped families overcome feeding challenges and create joyful mealtimes.

“My special needs daughter was diagnosed with an unsafe swallow... We worked with Jean… for bottle feeding and then for introducing solids. My daughter is now two and can eat any texture, and we have no swallowing or choking concerns.”

-Lindsey

“Jean was amazing with my 3-month-old in diagnosing her with bottle aversion and coaching us through the tough process of overcoming it… Highly recommend.”

-Roxana

Say Goodbye to Picky Eating & Mealtime Battles

At Little Eaters, we understand that picky eating can be a major source of stress and frustration for families. Our personalized approach tackles picky eating head-on, helping children expand their food choices and develop a positive relationship with mealtimes.

“My child is too stubborn!” We’ve worked with even the pickiest eaters and have seen incredible transformations. Our patient and playful approach can make all the difference.

“I’ve tried everything!” Our personalized strategies are tailored to your child’s unique needs, going beyond generic advice and one-size-fits-all solutions.

“Therapy seems too expensive!” We understand that cost is a factor. However, consider the long-term benefits: improved nutrition, reduced mealtime stress, and a happier child.

Case Study

From Picky Eater to Adventurous Foodie

The Challenge:

Sarah, a 4-year-old girl, was an extremely picky eater, consuming only a handful of foods and refusing to try anything new. Mealtimes were a constant battle, filled with tears and frustration for both Sarah and her parents.

The Solution:

Sarah’s parents sought help from Little Eaters and began weekly feeding therapy sessions with Jean. Jean conducted a comprehensive evaluation, identifying Sarah’s specific sensory sensitivities and anxieties around food.

The Approach:

Jean implemented a personalized, play-based therapy plan that focused on:

Sensory exploration: Introducing new foods through play and sensory activities, making mealtimes fun and engaging.
Positive reinforcement: Celebrating Sarah’s successes and building her confidence around trying new foods.
Parent education and support: Equipping Sarah’s parents with strategies to create positive mealtime routines at home.

The Results:

After 3 months of therapy, Sarah’s food repertoire expanded dramatically. She went from eating only 5-6 foods to over 30 different foods, a remarkable 600% increase! Mealtimes became more enjoyable and less stressful for the whole family.

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Convenience at Your Doorstep:

Personalized Home, Office, Childcare, or Virtual Visits from Little Eaters and Talkers

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for specialist visits can be a challenge for busy families. At Little Eaters and Talkers, we understand the importance of convenience and comfort in your child’s developmental journey. That’s why we offer personalized home, office, or childcare visits, bringing our expert eating, swallowing, and speech therapy services right to your doorstep.

Our therapy program is designed to reduce the stress of traveling to a clinic, especially for children who may find new environments overwhelming. By working in your child’s familiar surroundings, we can more effectively assess and address their specific needs in a setting where they feel most at ease. This approach not only provides a comfortable and convenient solution for you but also fosters a more natural and effective therapeutic environment for your child.

Experience the difference with our services – where quality care meets unmatched convenience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are some signs that my child might need feeding therapy?

Some common signs include:

i) Difficulty latching or sucking during breastfeeding or bottle feeding

ii) Frequent coughing, gagging, or choking during meals

iii) Refusing to eat certain textures or food groups

iv) Delayed introduction to solid foods

v) Difficulty transitioning from purees to mashed foods or table foods

vi) Slow or inefficient eating

vii) Poor weight gain or growth

How can feeding therapy help my child?

Feeding therapy can address a wide range of challenges, including:

i) Improving oral motor skills and coordination

ii) Strengthening swallowing muscles and improving swallowing safety

iii) Expanding food choices and overcoming picky eating

iv) Addressing sensory sensitivities and oral aversion

v) Helping children achieve age-appropriate feeding milestones

vi) Creating positive and enjoyable mealtime experiences

What does a typical feeding therapy session look like?

Feeding therapy sessions are tailored to each child’s individual needs and goals. Typically, sessions involve:

i) Play-based activities to encourage exploration and interaction with food

ii) Oral motor exercises to strengthen muscles and improve coordination

iii) Sensory activities to desensitize children to different textures and tastes

iv) Strategies for safe and efficient swallowing

v) Parent education and guidance on implementing strategies at home

What can happen if my baby’s feeding difficulties aren’t addressed?

Untreated feeding difficulties can have a ripple effect on your baby’s development and well-being. Potential consequences include:

i) Malnutrition and growth delays

ii) Aspiration and respiratory problems

ii) Developmental delays in speech and motor skills

iv) Emotional and behavioral difficulties

v) Family stress and anxiety

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