Research in speech-language pathology shows that practicing isolated tongue, lip, or jaw movements (like wagging tongue, blowing, etc.) does not transfer automatically to speech sounds. 🔹 But… tongue movements can help indirectly in some cases: Follow Divine Light Special If a child has reduced tongue strength, mobility, or coordination, these exercises may support better oral awareness and muscle control. When combined with speech sound practice (like saying /t/, /l/, /r/, /s/), they can make

Don’t start feeding without this timeline! Comment “starting solids” for my Serving Solids guide. It’s a step-by-step guide to feeding your baby with confidence- loaded with pictures, recipes, and videos. 25% off right now! Whether you start with purées or soft solids, at 9 months your plate should look about the same. We don’t want to wait to serve soft solids because of texture acceptance window and oral motor skills needed to strengthen at that time period! Reach out for help! 1:1 consults av

We tapped speech pathologist, feeding expert and mom, Jordyn Koveleski Gorman to share her top tips for starting solids 👶🫐 Save this one for later: • Start with smooth purees • Mix in cottage cheese or mashed avocado to thicken texture • Puffs = baby’s first building blocks for chewing • Crush up puffs into purees to bridge the gap • Offer dissolvable puffs to promote early chewing skills Every bite counts 🥄💪 | Little Spoon