Fabi Moy, SLP IBCLC

Fabi Moy, SLP IBCLC Speech Language Pathologist, Intl Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Feeding Therapist, Specialist in Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders

02/09/2026

Sensory play is one of the strongest foundations for adventurous eating. Before kids taste new foods, they need to touch, smell, explore, and feel safe engaging with new experiences.

I recently had the joy of visiting St. Paul’s Preschool here in Long Beach, and we did all my favorite things, books, language expansion, and hands-on sensory play. When learning is joyful and low-pressure, curiosity naturally follows.

Save this post if you want more playful, pressure-free ways to support eating development.

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02/06/2026

A large body of research shows that perceived insufficient milk is one of the leading reasons parents wean earlier than planned. Many families interpret fussiness or frequent feeding as a sign that milk supply isn’t enough, even when supply is actually adequate.

Babies cry for many reasons, and hunger is only one of them. Without accurate support, families are often given advice that undermines confidence instead of building it.

Save this post if you want research-backed reassurance, and share it with a parent who needs support, not pressure.

02/05/2026

If I had to choose one phrase that defined my work in 2025, it would be this: food is fellowship.

Feeding isn’t just calories, ounces, or numbers on a chart. It’s about comfort, connection, safety, and being together, whether you’re feeding a newborn, a toddler, or a teenager. When we return to that foundation, so much of the stress starts to soften.

Save this post as a reminder when feeding feels heavy.

# FoodIsFellowship

Non-nutritive sucking habits, like prolonged pacifier use or thumb sucking, do more than soothe. Over time, they can inf...
02/04/2026

Non-nutritive sucking habits, like prolonged pacifier use or thumb sucking, do more than soothe.

Over time, they can influence how the palate forms, how the arches grow, and how teeth eventually align.

The earlier we understand this connection, the easier it is to support healthy development.

Timely weaning doesn’t have to be stressful, it can be intentional and gentle.

Save this post to revisit when you're ready to set a weaning plan.

Source: Systematic review on NNS habits & malocclusion (JOCPD). Effects of non-nutritive sucking habits on malocclusions: a systematic review

02/03/2026

Screens before bed don’t just “wind kids down.” They stimulate the brain and interfere with the natural sleep cycle, especially deep sleep. A good rule: screens off 60 minutes before bed, and for teens, 90 is even better if possible. And keeping screens out of bed is one of the biggest game-changers.

Late-night scrolling doesn’t just affect bedtime, it affects mood, attention, and regulation the next day.

Save this post and comment “SCREENS” if this is the hardest habit to shift in your house.

References: Nagata et al., Sleep Health (2023); AASM (2016); NSF (2025); Parenting Science (2022)

02/02/2026

As I look ahead to 2026, I’m being very intentional about how I spend my time and energy.

I want to focus on the work I love most, supporting families, caring for little humans, and exploring the deep connection between feeding, language, literacy, and development.

That intention is what led me to start my Substack newsletter. It’s a space where I can think, write, and share more deeply, for both parents and practitioners.

Join our community today: https://substack.com/

01/26/2026

We’ve been sold the idea that kids need a lot of toys, and that simply isn’t true.

Many toys are overstimulating, high-maintenance, and end up taking over the space without actually supporting creativity or development.

When we simplify the environment, something interesting happens: kids create, imagine, and move their bodies more. Boredom isn’t a problem, it’s often the beginning of creativity.

Save this post and let me know, would you ever consider pairing toys down?

01/25/2026

The data is clear: kids and adults have different sleep needs, and sleep recommendations include naps + nighttime sleep over 24 hours.

When families are struggling, I often see them trying to “push through,” assuming it’s normal to function on less. But chronically missing sleep adds up, and it affects everyone’s mood, performance, and health.

If you’re not sure where your child falls on the recommended range, this carousel breaks it down clearly.

Share this post with a parent who’s wondering if their child is actually sleeping enough.

References: American Academy of Sleep Medicine (2016); CDC Sleep in Children (2025); Parenting Science (2022); Jennum et al., Sleep Medicine (2020); National Sleep Foundation (2025)

01/24/2026

If you’ve been hearing more about early allergen exposure and food allergy prevention, you’re not imagining it, the conversation is growing for a reason.

One website I’ve been recommending is FoodAllergyPrevention.org because it’s both clinician-friendly and parent-friendly.

It’s organized, practical, and helps families understand the rationale behind early, frequent exposure recommendations.

Check it out: https://foodallergyprevention.org/

01/20/2026

Kids don’t fall in love with books because the book is perfect, they fall in love with the feeling. Snuggled up, no tech, one-on-one time, connection.

That emotional association is powerful.

Mealtime can be the same way. When food feels cozy, calm, and connected (not judged, not pressured, not performative), kids start to look forward to eating together, because food becomes fellowship.

Save this post and tell me: what’s one simple way your family creates connection at meals?

01/19/2026

We tend to think “reading aloud” is only for toddlers, but kids all the way through high school still love it.

The format may change (chapter books, audiobooks, a few minutes in the car), but the benefit is the same: language growth, literacy support, and connection.

If your evenings are packed, even one chapter a night or a shared audiobook in the car counts.

Save this post for busy nights, and comment your child’s age + a book they’ve enjoyed lately.

01/17/2026

This looked like a skit… but the message is still important.

Breastfeeding in public is legally protected and it is legal in all 50 states (including DC, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands).

Breastfeeding is not indecent. It’s the biological norm. And I don’t know about you, but I don’t like eating my lunch in a bathroom, and I’m pretty sure your baby doesn’t either.

Save this post and share it with a new parent who needs reassurance: you are allowed to feed your baby.

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