A speech therapist for babies is a trained professional who helps infants with feeding, swallowing, and early communication skills. Many speech therapists also act as baby feeding specialists, supporting safe and comfortable eating.

Common feeding problems include difficulty latching, choking, gagging, refusing food, slow weight gain, and trouble transitioning from milk to solids. These challenges can affect a baby’s growth and cause stress for families.

A speech therapist evaluates a baby’s oral skills, muscle strength, and feeding patterns. They create personalized therapy plans using techniques like oral motor exercises, proper positioning, sensory strategies, pacing, and safe swallowing practices.

Early intervention is important to improve feeding skills, nutrition, and overall development. Parents are actively involved, learning guidance and home strategies to support their baby’s progress.

Working with a speech therapist helps babies develop healthy feeding habits while giving parents confidence during mealtimes.