SERVICES
HIGH RISK PRENATAL CONSULT
(90 MINUTES)
Personalized prenatal consults are wonderful for families who want to establish care with a lactation consultant prior to delivering, as well as those who are high risk for feeding challenges (e.g., risk for preterm delivery, pregnancy complications that may indicate NICU stay, history of infertility or complex maternal medical history, family history of tethered oral tissues, etc ). These visits are customized to the individual and geared toward empowering families to meet feeding goals.
FEEDING EVALUATION
(120 MINUTES)
We complete a thorough review of infant + birthing parent's medical/birth history, developmental, and feeding history, conduct a whole body infant assessment (tension, movement, reflexes), oral assessment, and breast/bottle feeding analysis with weighted feed. Following assessment we will initiate bodywork and therapy, develop an individualized home exercise plan and teach parents therapeutic activities to move baby toward optimal oral function at home.
**For breastfeeding dyads we also provide lactation support, which may include nutrition counseling, milk supply, pumping, breast health, and develop a feeding plan based on weighted feeds and infant nutritional needs.
FEEDING THERAPY
(60 MINUTES)
Infant sessions involve a blend of oral exercises, bodywork/gentle manual therapy, and movement therapy. For infants with tethered oral tissues (tongue tie, lip, cheek), we are working toward specific therapy goals that optimize baby's release outcomes. Read more about therapeutic readiness here.
For older infants and toddlers, we work through play. Sessions may involve big body movements, food exploration, other sensory/reflex integration activities, mouth play, breath-work, and snack time.
All goals are parent/family driven, with emphasis on holistic, full body therapy, responsive feeding, playful child engagement, and parent coaching.
VIRTUAL SUPPORT
Virtual support is available to families outside the Kitsap County area. This is not direct therapy, but rather parent coaching. We work collaboratively to give you the confidence to feed your babies and support oral development. Whether you want guidance on building a team to address tethered oral tissues, implementing baby led weaning, need help getting your toddler out of a food rut, or have concerns for mouth breathing--we provide evidence-based guidance.