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Learning to drink from a straw is a developmental milestone that can support a child's oral motor skills, providing key benefits for feeding, swallowing, and even the muscles that help produce speech. For young children, particularly those with weaker oral motor skills or a weakened ability to suck, making the transition to straw drinking can be a challenge. In a world where baby development and …

Hey there, parents and caregivers! If you're looking for a simple tool that can make a big difference in your child's development, let us introduce you to the  ARK Flute Whistle. This little tool isn't just a fun whistle - it's a powerful way to help your child build essential skills they use every day. Let's break down why this oral motor whistle is a must-have tool for your child's dev …

Are you interested in learning more about feeding therapy skills?  You've come to the right place! Below is the video and transcript from a live webinar we hosted featuring Speech Language Pathologist (SLP) Angeliki Xygka.   Angeliki discusses four targets that are the foundation of successful feeding, preparing the mouth to eat and swallow later on.  Read and/or watch b …

We asked several feeding therapists:  If there was one piece of advice that you'd like to share with families who are in pediatric feeding therapy, what would it be?  Below are their thoughtful answers.  We hope you find these helpful, motivating, and insightful as you go through your feeding journey! Remember that It's Not Your Fault "I think one of the biggest factors tha …