Feeding and Myofunctional Therapy
Feeding and Myofunctional Therapy
Many children experience challenges with eating, drinking, or using their mouth muscles effectively—but these struggles are often treatable with the right support. Our team provides gentle, individualized care to help improve oral motor coordination, reduce mealtime stress, and support healthy development.
Improving Oral Motor Structure and Function with Myofunctional Therapy
Myofunctional therapy focuses on the muscles of the face, mouth, and tongue to support breathing, speech, and oral function.
We use a structured, evidence-informed approach to target:
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Resting tongue posture
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Nasal breathing habits
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Lip and jaw stability
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Swallowing mechanics
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Oral habits (e.g., thumb sucking, tongue thrust)
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Coordination for clear speech
These exercises are tailored to each child’s needs, helping to support long-term growth in speech clarity, airway health, and overall oral function.
Supporting Healthy Development Through Feeding Therapy
Feeding therapy helps children develop the motor skills, sensory tolerance, and oral coordination needed for safe and enjoyable mealtimes.
Therapy may target key areas such as:
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Oral motor strength and coordination
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Safe swallowing patterns
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Food aversions and picky eating
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Sensory sensitivities to taste and texture
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Chewing and drinking skills
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Mealtime routines and family support
Whether your child is a selective eater or has difficulty chewing and swallowing, our therapists provide individualized strategies that make mealtime more manageable and less stressful.
