Welcome to this month’s installment of “The Talk with April Anderson.” In this edition, we’re diving into the important topic of lactation feeding therapy and exploring how early feeding through breastfeeding or expressed milk shapes the foundation for later oral‑motor, sensory, and communication development. Whether you are a feeding therapist, speech‑language pathologist (SLP), lactation consultant, or […]
Thanksgiving Strategies from a Feeding Therapist: How to Reduce Pressure and Increase Joy at the Table
Welcome to another installment of “The Talk with April Anderson.” This month, we’re excited to share practical feeding strategies for Thanksgiving—especially for families navigating the world of picky eaters, sensory-sensitive children, or feeding challenges. Let’s shift from tension at the table to a meal full of connection, curiosity, and joy. Why Holidays Feel Hard (and […]
The Talk: Why Is My Toddler Gagging or Spitting Out Food?
Welcome back to The Talk with April Anderson—our monthly series designed to equip feeding therapy professionals with practical strategies, family-centered tools, and evidence-based insights. In this week’s edition, we’re diving into a concern many families bring up in therapy sessions: toddlers gagging or spitting out food. While this behavior can feel alarming for caregivers, it’s […]
The Talk: Strategies to Support Picky Eating: Guidance for Feeding Therapy Professionals
Welcome to The Talk with April Anderson—a monthly series where we share practical insights, professional strategies, and family-centered tools to support positive feeding experiences. This month, we’re diving into one of the most common concerns families bring to therapy: picky eating. While frustrating at times, picky eating can be a stepping stone to building resilience, […]