Speech-Language Pathology
Communication & Feeding Support
Speech-language pathologists play a vital role in our collaborative care team, addressing feeding difficulties, speech concerns, and oral motor function.
Speech-language pathologists (SLPs) are essential partners in airway-centric care. They specialize in the assessment and treatment of communication disorders, feeding and swallowing difficulties, and oral motor function—all of which can be affected by tongue ties, lip ties, and airway issues.
At Little Bird, we work closely with speech-language pathologists to ensure comprehensive care for our patients. This collaborative approach leads to better outcomes, especially for children undergoing tongue tie release or myofunctional therapy.
Feeding Therapy
Assessment and treatment of feeding difficulties including picky eating, texture aversions, and swallowing concerns.
Speech Sound Disorders
Help with articulation, phonological processes, and speech clarity for children of all ages.
Oral Motor Assessment
Evaluation of tongue, lip, and jaw function and their impact on speech and feeding.
Language Development
Support for expressive and receptive language delays and disorders.
Pre/Post Frenectomy Care
Specialized therapy before and after tongue tie or lip tie release procedures.
Myofunctional Collaboration
Working alongside myofunctional therapists for comprehensive oral function improvement.
Why Speech Therapy Matters
When to See a Speech-Language Pathologist
Consider a speech-language pathology evaluation if your child experiences:
- •Difficulty with breastfeeding or bottle feeding
- •Trouble transitioning to solid foods or picky eating
- •Speech that is difficult to understand
- •Delayed speech or language development
- •Tongue tie or lip tie (before or after release)
- •Drooling beyond the toddler years
- •Messy eating or difficulty chewing
Need a referral to a speech-language pathologist? We work with excellent SLPs in the Milton area and can help connect you with the right provider.