The Feeding Connection, LLC

The Feeding Connection, LLC The Feeding Connection was created to help moms and babies just like YOU! She has worked in the home health, outpatient setting, and in a level 4 NICU.
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Melanie Van Noy MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, CNT, NTMTC, owner/manager of The Feeding Connection is a Speech Pathologist and Board Certified Lactation Consultant who specializes in infant feeding and swallowing. With certifications as a Neonatal Therapist and in Neonatal Touch and Massage, she is passionate about serving moms, their babies, and solidifying the connection between parents and children during the feeding process. Melanie has been practicing since 2011 as a Speech Pathologist and 2014 as a Lactation Profession. She is ready and waiting to help you make the Feeding Connection!

We are so proud of Tori for officially adding IBCLC to her list of credentials! 💜Becoming a Certified Lactation Consulta...
12/10/2025

We are so proud of Tori for officially adding IBCLC to her list of credentials! 💜

Becoming a Certified Lactation Consultant is no small feat — it represents a thousand hours of training, education, and hands-on experience supporting breastfeeding families. But what truly sets Tori apart is that she’s not just an IBCLC… she’s also an experienced Speech-Language Pathologist specializing in infant feeding.

That means every family she works with gets the perfect blend of:
✨ Lactation expertise
✨ Oral-motor + feeding therapy knowledge
✨ Evidence-based support for both mama and baby

Tori can assess the whole feeding picture — from latch, tongue function, milk transfer, and airway concerns to the emotional and physical needs of postpartum families. This dual-credential approach brings a level of care, insight, and compassion that is incredibly rare.

We are grateful for the way she loves and supports our families so well.
Tori, your dedication to helping mamas and babies thrive makes TFC stronger, and we’re cheering you on every step of the way! 💕

Help us celebrate her in the comments! 🎉💗

✨ Breastmilk Fruit Pops ✨A simple, soothing treat that your little one will love — especially during teething or when th...
12/08/2025

✨ Breastmilk Fruit Pops ✨
A simple, soothing treat that your little one will love — especially during teething or when they’re feeling a bit under the weather.

These tiny pops are packed with comfort:
🍼 Breastmilk gives familiar taste + antibodies to support your baby when they’re sick.
❄️ Cold temperature helps calm sore, swollen gums during teething.
🍓 Fruit adds gentle flavor exposure for babies beginning solids (6+ months).

How to make them:
1. Add a small spoonful of your chosen fruit purée (strawberry, mango, banana, pear, blueberry).
2. Pour breastmilk over the top.
3. Freeze for 3–4 hours.
4. Pop out and let baby explore with supervision.

Why we love them:
• Easy flavor introduction
• Perfect portion size
• Naturally soothing
• Simple, nutritious, and baby-led friendly

Comfort + nutrition in one tiny pop. 💛
— The Feeding Connection

This season reminds us just how grateful we are for the families we get to serve every single day. 🧡From first feedings ...
11/27/2025

This season reminds us just how grateful we are for the families we get to serve every single day. 🧡
From first feedings to big breakthroughs, your little ones inspire us more than you know. 👶🏼🍼

Happy Thanksgiving from The Feeding Connection — we’re honored to walk this journey with you! 🦃🤍🍁

✨ Wisdom Wednesday from Melanie✨My face when a patient tells me she pumped all night and left herself bruised trying to ...
11/19/2025

✨ Wisdom Wednesday from Melanie✨

My face when a patient tells me she pumped all night and left herself bruised trying to clear a clog 😩🤦‍♀️
Mama… please don’t hurt yourself. There’s a safer and much more effective way to help your body heal. 💗

At The Feeding Connection, here’s what we recommend instead:

❄️ Cool compresses
Helps reduce swelling and inflammation so milk can move more easily.

🤲 VERY gentle massage
Think soft, sweeping motions toward the armpit — not digging, pushing, or squeezing. Too much pressure can make things worse.

💊 Talk to your doctor about anti-inflammatories
Reducing inflammation is key. This can sometimes be more helpful than pumping itself.

🚫 Do NOT overstimulate
Pumping on high suction, pumping for long stretches, or “power pumping” through pain can increase swelling and make the clog harder to resolve.

💧 Stay hydrated & rest when you can
Your body clears clogs faster when you’re supported, not stressed.

If you’re struggling with a clog, pain, or repeated issues — you don’t have to figure it out alone.
We’re here to help you heal and feed comfortably. 💕

✨ We’re Growing! ✨We’re thrilled to announce our newest Feeding Connection location inside Child Plus Pediatrics in Sagi...
11/14/2025

✨ We’re Growing! ✨

We’re thrilled to announce our newest Feeding Connection location inside Child Plus Pediatrics in Saginaw, opening November 19th! Expanding our reach means we get to support even more families on their feeding journey — and we couldn’t be more excited. 💕

📍 604 E. Bailey Boswell, Suite 140, Saginaw, TX 76131

Head to our website to make an appointment, check your insurance, and explore all the ways we can support your family. Whether you prefer in-office visits or at-home care, we’re here to meet you where you are. 🤍

And don’t worry — our Keller location is still open and serving our amazing families every day!

We can’t wait to see you soon. 💗
Tag a mama-to-be below! 👇

We are THRILLED for this opportunity of collaborative care with this wonderful office. If you haven’t checked out, Child...
11/14/2025

We are THRILLED for this opportunity of collaborative care with this wonderful office. If you haven’t checked out, Child Plus Pediatrics, Dr Sam Davis and his staff are TOP notch!

We are excited to announce that The Feeding Connection, LLC will start seeing their patients in our clinic starting next Wednesday, November 19. If you haven't heard of them they are a fantastic resource for new moms and we are absolutely thrilled to have them in the clinic.

Check out their website for more information on the services they offer. https://www.thefeedingconnection.com/

Appointments will still be scheduled through The Feeding Connection, so to schedule an appointment call 817-381-8272.

🇺🇸 Today and every day, we honor our heroes.Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. Your str...
11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Today and every day, we honor our heroes.
Thank you to all who have served and continue to serve our country. Your strength, courage, and sacrifice allow us the freedoms we cherish each day.

At The Feeding Connection, we’re honored to support our veteran and military families — it’s a privilege to walk alongside you and your little ones. 💙❤️🤍

In this season of thankfulness, our hearts are full! 🤍We’re beyond grateful for the incredible families and babies we ge...
11/10/2025

In this season of thankfulness, our hearts are full! 🤍
We’re beyond grateful for the incredible families and babies we get to walk alongside — helping them grow confident and supported in their feeding journey.

We’re also deeply thankful for our amazing team of clinicians who make The Feeding Connection what it is today. Their compassion, expertise, and dedication change lives every day. 💫

Tell us below — what are YOU thankful for this season? 🍂
And remember, we support more than just breastfeeding — send this to a mama-to-be or new mama who could use a little extra love and guidance from our team. 💕

💡ChatGPT is NOT a Lactation Consultant 😉Whether it’s your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd baby — every feeding journey looks a little d...
11/06/2025

💡ChatGPT is NOT a Lactation Consultant 😉

Whether it’s your 1st, 2nd, or 3rd baby — every feeding journey looks a little different. That’s where we come in. 💕

At The Feeding Connection, we help you feel confident and supported through it all — from prenatal prep to postpartum and beyond.

We offer:
🍼 Lactation & feeding support
🥣 Pediatric dietitian services
🚼 Body Work
👶🏼 Infant feeding + developmental guidance

No one should breastfeed alone. Let’s make sure you feel seen, supported, and set up for success from the very beginning. ✨

📅 Book your prenatal appointment ahead of time today!
👯‍♀️ Tag a mama-to-be & follow for more feeding tips + encouragement!

✨ New Service at The Feeding Connection!We’re thrilled to now offer Pediatric Dietitian Services to support families nav...
10/30/2025

✨ New Service at The Feeding Connection!
We’re thrilled to now offer Pediatric Dietitian Services to support families navigating nutrition and feeding challenges. 💜

Appointments include a personalized nutrition assessment, review of your baby’s feeding history and growth, and a plan designed just for your family’s needs.

Perfect for families managing:
🍼 Formula or milk transitions
🥣 Food allergies, intolerances, or sensitivities
🌿 Poor weight gain or fortification needs
🍓 Dietary restrictions or feeding concerns

Our Dietitian is here to provide compassionate, evidence-based support—helping every baby and family feel confident in their feeding journey. ✨

To schedule or learn more, contact admin@thefeedingconnection.com

10/29/2025

Our most favorite pumpkin decoration this fall because, you know, we LOVE breastfeeding!! Except, we aim for our mamas to be in a happier place than this one…so don’t be THIS pumpkin! 🎃 We can help!

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✨ Happy Boss’s Day to our amazing, fearless leader, Melanie! ✨You lead with heart, wisdom, and grace — always championin...
10/16/2025

✨ Happy Boss’s Day to our amazing, fearless leader, Melanie! ✨

You lead with heart, wisdom, and grace — always championing families, encouraging our team, and keeping us laughing along the way. We’re so thankful for your leadership, your faith, and the passion you bring to everything you do.

❕Please drop in the comments how much you love Melanie and what she means to you & your family! 💜

We love you, Melanie!

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252 S. Elm Street
Newark, TX
76248

Opening Hours

5pm - 9pm

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