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ChiKids Speech & Feeding, LLC

Speech-Language Pathologist, Feeding Specialist, and Certified Lactation Counselor providing resource

02/13/2026

Is your baby coughing when using a straw? Let’s fix that together. 🤍

As a pediatric feeding specialist, I see this all the time, and the good news? There are simple ways to help your little one sip more safely and confidently.

Try these 2 easy strategies:
✔️ Thicken the liquid with a little purée. Thicker = easier to control when swallowing.
✔️ Pinch the straw. Smaller sips = less overwhelm.

These small tweaks can make a BIG difference in your baby’s comfort and success with straw drinking.

I’m using my favorite Tiny Cup designed by my fav SLP because it’s perfect for little hands and learning new skills!

👇 Want the link + my exclusive discount?
Comment STRAW and I’ll send it your way!

02/12/2026

💕 Treat yourself & baby to the sweetest smoothie from 💕

💌 Comment “LOVE” & I’ll send the recipe directly to your DMs!! 💌

Happy Valentine’s Day, sweeties!! 🩷

02/10/2026

We’re falling in love with LEARNING to eat this Valentine’s Day 🩷

💕 A little treat for you: 25% OFF this amazing kit and everything ezpz with my exclusive Valentine’s code! 🩵 Comment “KIT” and I’ll send you the link to shop & save! 💕

As a pediatric feeding specialist, I ADORE this
kit because it helps baby LEARN to eat at every stage of development!

This makes the perfect gift for you, for baby, for mom & dad to be!

✨ Shop now! Discount runs 2/10 through 2/15! ✨

02/04/2026

✨ Preparing your baby for solids starts before the first bite! ✨

These 6 simple activities help build the skills your baby needs for safe, confident eating—like oral-motor strength, coordination, and sensory comfort 💛

When you support these foundations early, starting solids feels less stressful and more joyful for everyone 🙌

🍼🥄 Want my favorite tools to help you get started?

I’ve linked mentioned my go-to prep tools from — and you can save 15% with my exclusive code!

💬 Comment PREPARE and I’ll send you the link + discount!

Because confident eaters start with strong foundations 💫

02/03/2026

As a pediatric feeding specialist (and mom of three 🤍), I’m picky about what I recommend.

These meltable sticks are one of my favorites for helping babies safely learn to chew and explore new textures.

They’re great for:
✔️ Early chewers
✔️ Babies stuck on purées
✔️ Parents who want to feel confident with solids

👇
Comment CHEW and I’ll send you the link!

01/30/2026

✨ Comment “link” for an exclusive discount code & a direct link to shop! ✨

Moving from purées to solids can be tough for many! If you’re scared to make the jump, this amazing tool is for you!

Perfectly designed by speech pathologist & feeding specialist to get placement on the side of baby’s mouth and help baby learn to move their jaw and tongue toward mature chewing!

This one is beautifully made and the best quality!! Get it as part of the brand new Kit 2- Learn to Eat and Drink from my favorite 😍

01/29/2026

Gagging on solids is one of the most common concerns I hear from parents.

And most of the time, it’s not about the food — it’s about the skill.

Wanna help your baby improve their skill with simple strategies you use at home?

💫 Comment CHEWING and sill send you a link to check out my guide with 9+ strategies to start today! 💫

Small changes today can make a big difference tomorrow.

Save this if textures are hard in your house.

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ChiKids Feeding | Mealtime & Milestones

01/21/2026

If your child mashes food but never really chews, this is for you.

True chewing requires:
✔️ Lateral (to the side) tongue movement
✔️ Diagonal jaw movement
✔️ Jaw control and strength
✔️ Practice with the right textures

I created my Chewing Guide to help parents:
• Introduce simple mealtime activities to help advance chewing naturally
• Choose the right foods
• Reduce gagging, spitting and pocketing

Comment “CHEWING” and I’ll send you the guide!

—
ChiKids Feeding
Helping babies & toddlers move from mash to chew.

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01/20/2026

Before your baby starts finger foods, these skills matter more than age.

Feeding struggles happen because this step gets skipped.

Here’s what I look for before moving babies to textures:
🤍 Sitting with good trunk support
🤍 Bringing hands + toys to mouth
🤍At least 6 months of age

Save this for when you’re starting solids or share it with a parent who’s about to.

—
ChiKids Feeding
Helping infants & toddlers build strong feeding foundations.

solids

01/16/2026

Teething toys I recommend as a pediatric feeding specialist 👇

💬 Comment “TEETHING” and I’ll send you the free guide!

Teethers aren’t just for sore gums—they play a BIG role in early feeding skills.

The right teething tools can help babies:
🤍 Build hand to mouth skills
🤍 Develop fine + oral motor skills
🤍 Soothe sore gums in a developmentally supportive way
🤍 Be enjoyable for baby-creating positive, self-led experiences in the mouth

But not all teethers are created equal—

That’s why I put together a FREE Teething Tools Guide where I break down:
✔️ Why teething toys are important
✔️ How and when to introduce them
✔️ My favorite therapist-approved teethers

Saving this for later? Your future teething baby will thank you 🤍

01/14/2026

Overstuffing is so common when babies are learning to eat— and it doesn’t mean your baby is doing anything wrong.

Babies are still learning:
✔️ how big a bite should be
✔️ how to use their jaw, tongue, and lips
✔️ how to control food in their mouth
✔️ how to control food with their hands
✔️ how to slow down and ace themselves

This simple banana prep trick gives your baby built-in feedback. Leaving the peel on creates resistance, helping them naturally take smaller bites off the top instead of stuffing their mouth.

⭐️ Quick tip: Be sure to wash that peel well first! The cut off one or both ends!

✨ Simple change. Big skill support.

If you’re unsure whether your baby is developing age-appropriate feeding skills—or want ideas to help them move to the next stage—

💬 Comment CHECKLIST and I’ll DM you my Infant & Toddler Feeding Development Checklist so you can feel confident at mealtimes!

01/12/2026

“Is my baby choking?!”

If you’ve ever had that thought while watching your baby eat—take a deep breath.

What you’re seeing is often gagging, not choking.

💛 Gagging is normal and protective.
It happens as babies learn new textures, strengthen oral-motor skills, and figure out how food moves in their mouth.

🚫 Choking is different. Choking is silent, baby may turn blue, and needs immediate help.

Gagging? Loud, dramatic, watery eyes and tongue coming forward—and usually over quickly.

✨ The more safe exposure your baby gets to age-appropriate textures, the better their chewing, tongue control, and feeding confidence become over time.

If starting solids feels stressful or confusing, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to figure it out on your own.

👇 Comment “HELP” and I”ll DM you a link to my book Baby Leads the Way, written by .baby.dietitian & me that teaches you how to support your baby’s feeding skills confidence.

Save this for later 💾 and share with a parent who needs the reassurance today.

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