Pediatric Feeding Therapy in Boulder, CO
The bond between parents and child during feeding is profound. Bolder Beginnings recognizes that while feeding is one the the most basic, innate, and essential behaviors, it is not an easy, straightforward task.
Feeding is complicated. It is the only function we do as humans that requires all systems of the body to be in harmony with one another for optimal results. Feeding an infant is even more complicated because it not only requires the baby to have mature and coordinated skills, but the caregiver also needs a skill set and confidence in his/her role.
No matter the age, Bolder Beginnings recognizes that feeding and eating is a whole-body experience and honors both the child and the caregivers' role. Each family has different challenges and goals. Our team of therapists all have a background in typical development and have specialized in feeding and the relationship between the two. We understand that feeding is so much more than sticking a nipple in a baby's mouth.
Bolder Beginnings has the expertise and is committed in recognizing each family's strengths and areas of need. By doing so, individualize feeding goals will be created to help guide a plan that allows success for both infant and caregiver.
Whether you need help with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, introduction to solid foods, or your child is experiencing chewing or swallowing difficulties, Bolder Beginning's feeding specialists are available to help families. Depending on your individual family goals, feeding therapy may just be a consultation or a series of on-going, face-to-face, home-based sessions. We help ensure success and peace of mind by improving the feeding experience.
STARTING AT BIRTH
For some newborns and infants, learning how to coordinate a strong and efficient suck/swallow/breath pattern can be difficult. Gagging, choking, gulping too much air, fussiness, possible tongue/lip tie, sore nipples and/or extensive time spent feeding the baby can result stressful mealtime experiences for the entire family. Our feeding specialists can help you problem solve why breastfeeding, bottle feeding, and/or transition to solid foods may not be working for you. We will work with the baby and the whole family to create a plan to make feeding a successful and happy time.
TRANSITIONING TO SOLIDS
For some babies, weight gain is an issue. Bolder Beginnings will work with you and your pediatrician or family doctor on ways to improve overall nutrition to help your baby gain weight and get on the path of good growth and development. As your baby approaches six months of age, the introduction of solid foods and drinking from a variety of cups becomes a new focused skill. Our feeding specialists will help guide you through the solid food continuum while promoting an adventuresome eater.
