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Tampa Bay’s Premier Pediatric Feeding & Tongue Tie Specialists

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About Us

Welcome to Pediatric Feeding and Tongue Tie Specialists

At Pediatric Feeding and Tongue Tie Specialists in Tampa Bay, Florida, we are dedicated to helping children overcome feeding difficulties and oral challenges through personalized care and treatment plans. To accommodate your family's needs, we offer flexible evaluation and therapy options, including virtual sessions, in-person visits at our clinic, or on-site therapy at your child’s school or home. No matter the setting, we’re here to support your child’s journey to becoming a healthy eater with convenience, continuity, and expert care every step of the way.

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Our Services

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Our Services

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Our Services

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Comprehensive Evaluations

Our comprehensive evaluations are designed to thoroughly assess your child’s feeding abilities, oral motor skills, posture, and more, helping us create a personalized plan of care tailored to your child’s needs. We begin by reviewing case history, current concerns, and treatment goals. During the evaluation, our therapist will assess various aspects of your child’s feeding and development, including:


- Detailed assessment of feeding patterns and food textures

- Oral motor skills and chewing/swallowing abilities

- Mealtime schedule and routines

- Oral and facial structure

- Body posture, breathing patterns, and sleep habits

- Speech and language screening


Following the assessment, you will receive a comprehensive evaluation report along with a customized care plan to guide your child’s therapy. Our goal is to provide a thorough understanding of your child’s needs, so they can achieve healthy and effective feeding skills.

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Marissa Douglas, of Pediatric Feeding and Tongue Tie Specialists

Virtual Consultations

Need advice without a full evaluation? Our virtual consultations provide expert recommendations and strategies tailored to your child’s needs. These sessions are ideal for guidance and support without the need for in-depth evaluations.

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Ongoing Treatment Sessions

Our hands-on treatment sessions are designed to engage and address specific challenges. Sessions are regularly scheduled to monitor progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary. We focus on interactive, one-on-one care to improve feeding and oral motor skills.

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We develop personalized therapy plans for children experiencing:

Tethered Oral Tissues (TOTs)/Tongue Tie

Dysphagia

Failure to Thrive (FTT)

Feeding Difficulties/Disorders

G-Tube Dependence

Limited Diet/Selective Eating

Mouth Breathing

Orafacial Myofunctional Disorders (OMDs)

Oral Habits

Oral Motor Delays

Pre and Post Operative Care

Reattachment

Sensory Aversions

Speech Difficulties

Pre and Post Ortodontic Treatment