ORAL MOTOR – Speech in The City

FEEDING ➤ March 19, 2021

When to Seek Feeding Therapy for Your Baby

The top two reasons our practice sees kids for feeding challenges under 12 months old are anatomical &/or physiological issues. What do anatomical &/or physiological issues really mean? Anatomical: Challenges breaking down food as a...

ORAL MOTOR ➤ March 5, 2021

The Importance of a Dentist for Speech and Language Development

Are you ready for your child’s first dentist appointment? The ADA, American Dental Association, recommends the first dental appointment to be within 6 months of a baby’s first tooth, but no later than the child’s...

FEEDING ➤ June 19, 2020

Drooling, Will it End?

Drooling can be caused by postural issues, reflux, numbness, lack of sensation, an impairment of swallowing, nausea, food sensitivity, as a result of medications, poor rest posture of the jaw and/or during teething. In infant...

SPEECH ➤ August 22, 2025

Articulation vs. Language Delay: How to Tell the Difference

A parent’s excitement to hear their child’s first words can quickly turn to concern if those words are hard to understand. As children grow, their communication skills develop at different paces, and it can be...

AAC ➤ July 22, 2025

The Power of “Let’s”: Unlocking Communication for Gestalt Language Processors

As parents and speech-language pathologists, we’re constantly searching for ways to unlock communication for our children, especially those who learn language in unique ways. If you have a child who is a Gestalt Language Processor...

FEEDING ➤ June 14, 2025

Why Is My Toddler Refusing Solid Foods? Signs It’s More Than Picky Eating

It’s a common and often frustrating scenario for parents: a once-eager eater suddenly begins to refuse solid foods, turning mealtimes into a battleground. While this behavior can be incredibly stressful, it’s important to remember that...