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Services

Common Concerns:

Need help trouble shooting a Breast &/or Bottle Feeding challenge from a Specialist in Infant Development and Function?

Have questions about Developmental Milestones and how to Play with & Support baby?

Working on Bonding and Connecting with baby?

Have questions about Babywearing or Infant Massage?

Want to know how to work on Tummy Time when baby hates it?

  • Infant OT & Wellness Consults

    Education, Coaching & Evidence Based Support

    Developmentally Supportive Activities, Exercises & Bodywork Instruction to improve Infant Feeding, Development & Bonding:

    *For Newborn (including Preemies) through 1 year.

    A gentle, holistic & non-judgemental approach, meeting baby and family where you are at. Get your breast/bottle feeding challenges addressed & milestones questions answered. Specialized help to support better movement, coordination, sensory regulation & relieved body tension for improved Feeding and Development.

    Addressing movement supports a more positive & functional breast &/or bottle feeding experience for parent and baby. The baby bodywork instruction includes infant massage and stretching techniques. Paired with instruction in functional positioning, activities & exercises including: Oral Motor, Sensory Integration, Therapeutic Tummy Time, Therapeutic Babywearing and Developmentally Supportive Play & Toy ideas for best outcomes.

    These Evidence Based practices have been proven to have numerous benefits for baby (and caregiver too!) including:

    -addressing Feeding Challenges (Tongue Tie, Lip Tie, Reflux, Colic, Sensitive Gag, Poor Latch, 1 Sided Nursing, Bottle Refusal)

    -improving Torticollis & Head Flattening

    -improved Neck/Body/Oral Tension

    -improved Oral Motor Skills

    -improved Nervous System Regulation

    -supporting Overall Development and Milestone Attainment

    -improved Digestion, Constipation, Gassiness

    -ease the Transition Home after a NICU Stay

    -decrease Parent/Infant Stress Levels

    -increased Parent/Infant Bonding & Co-Regulation

    -supporting Parental Postpartum & Infant Mental Health

    VIRTUAL CONSULTS: (In Home Visit-add $25)

    Full CONSULT (up to 60 min)- $120

    (Can include: Infant Breast/Bottle Functional Feeding Assessment, Infant Massage, Developmental Activity/Ex Instruction, Messaged Summary, 1 Follow Up Message & Community Resources/Referrals)

    Short CONSULT (30-40 min)- $80

    (For Follow ups or those preferring a short Education & Coaching ONLY visit)

    (Can include: Check in on current questions/challenges, Infant Massage, Developmental Activity/Ex Instruction, Babywearing Support, Messaged Summary, 1 Follow Up Message & Community Resources/Referrals)

    *Full Payment Due At The Time of Visit for All Sessions. Message for Sliding Scale.*

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Additional Info:

  • A Full Dyad Lactation Consult is NOT provided. OT & Wellness services are a great compliment to Lactation Support from an IBCLC as part of a team approach.

  • Visits are Out of Network for all Insurances. Private Pay for all visits.

  • Payment via Venmo, Credit Card or Digital Wallet. HSA/FSA payment accepted, check your coverage.

  • By booking, client agrees to pay fee for session listed on website by session end. No Surprise Billing.

  • Sliding scale available-contact to discuss.

  • I am COVID vaccinated & boostered & will wear a mask in person upon request.

    *Medical Disclaimer:  Provider is a nationally board certified and licensed Occupational Therapist. These are Wellness OT & Educational Consults.  All information exchanged during visits (in person & virtual) and information (text, graphics, images, etc) on this website are intended for informational & emotional support and educational purposes and are not intended to provide diagnosis or treatment nor take the place of professional medical advice & diagnosis from your physician or other qualified medical provider.  Contact your Medical Provider for all Health related questions & concerns. By booking an appointment, Client assumes all responsibility of utilization of any information & bodywork obtained during visits or this site.