Did what you learned in school really prepare you for real-world infant feeding therapy?
Are you feeling unsure about taking on your first feeding clients solo?
You may be like a large percentage of therapists who were so excited to not only graduate but also get a full caseload; but also silently freaking out. We wanted to serve those who had feeding delays, we saw a huge gap and the need for more providers in this space, but lacked clinical knowledge to feel prepared. That’s exactly why Feed The Peds was born. To help you gain confidence in assessing every feeding case you come across.
Let’s talk about what a typically developing 7–9 month old should be able to do:
- Sit upright without support
- Use their head and neck actively to lean forward
- Grasp and release toys
- Sit independently while using their hands to explore
- Mouth objects regularly
- Begin feeding themselves soft finger foods
- Show tongue movements independent from the jaw to initiate swallowing
- Increase active lip use while eating
- Drink from an open cup and straw
These skills lay the foundation for becoming an independent, confident eater—and they’re exactly what you’ll need to observe, assess, and build upon in therapy.
If you’re thinking, “I want to feel more confident with this,” or “I need a better understanding of feeding development before I take on clients”—you’re not alone.
When you know how to screen for feeding disorders and create therapy plans that match your client’s needs, everything changes. You show up confidently. Parents feel at ease. And your clients make real progress.
If you’re ready to grow your clinical skills and finally feel prepared to take on your first feeding clients with confidence— Join us inside Feed The Peds®!
