One of the main questions an SLP receives is, “What can I do to boost my child’s language?” As simple as the answer is, reading to our children has immeasurable literacy, social and emotional benefits! Caregivers can and should start reading to their children as …
Messy Mealtimes! The last thing moms want to hear is, “Let your kiddo make a huge mess during their meal” but this WORKS! Our babies learn through experiences-touching, poking, smearing, smelling and rolling with their fingers. When we allow our babies these experiences without the …
Nipple sizes! Not only are there hundreds of bottle brands out there, there’s also several nipple sizes for each brand! How do you know where to starts, when to switch and what signs to look for? Thankfully your baby will show you exactly what they need by watching their cues while feeding!
There is no “developmental” range for each nipple-although bottle manufacturers would love for you to believe so! Use the tips above to determine the best nipple level for your little one. If your still having trouble feel free to reach out to a feeding SLP who can observe a bottle feed!
The most beautiful feeding photograph I’ve ever seen seen shot by Felicia Saunders Photography Whether your baby is breastfed, bottle fed or tube fed the most important gift your giving them is that their lovingly fed! As each baby is unique, so are their needs …
The power of play in the therapy setting is invaluable! Not only is play more motivating but the brain absorbs new concepts through play quicker and easier than with flash cards or drilling. So often therapists and parents can fall into the flash card rut …
First words can be simple, functional and easy to say! We like to focus on using words that contain developmentally appropriate sounds in order to achieve success!