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We are committed to transforming the lives of families through wellness-centered, collaborative services and supportive resources in the greater Rockford, IL area.

11/12/2025

Ah, yes... The question that instantly turns toddlers into top-performing track stars! 🤪

Why do they run? Why do they never spit it out even when it’s obviously a sticker, a rock, or… something suspiciously squishy?

Toddlers have sixth sense for non-food items they should absolutely not be eating and a mission of not getting caught!

The wildest part? This is just a regular Tuesday in toddlerhood!😂

So yes, our job might be helping kids communicate, but sometimes we double as mystery snack analysts and low-speed toddler chasers!

📲Drop your weirdest “what was in their mouth?!” moment below!

11/11/2025

You’ve questioned yourself more times than you can count.
🤔Is this normal?
🤔Am I overreacting?
🤔Why does no one else seem concerned?

But we know you were never overreacting. You were noticing something real.

Your child’s challenges with eating, sleeping, breathing, or behavior aren’t random. They’re signals. And those signals are worth paying attention to.

At Eats + Speaks, we look beneath the surface. We take your concerns seriously because we know how often moms like you are dismissed. You shouldn’t have to fight to be heard.

✨ You don’t need to have all the answers. You’re doing an amazing job just by noticing and caring enough to ask the hard questions.

🍽 Want more support as you sort through it all?
Follow along! We share tools, tips, and signs to watch for, so you don’t have to do this alone.

11/10/2025

Breastfeeding: 70+ hours a week, no PTO, and your boss is super clingy. 😅🍼

If it feels like a full-time job, that’s because… it is.

Feeding isn’t “just” a bonding moment or nutrition, it’s real work. It’s time, energy, planning, and often, a lot of troubleshooting. And whether it’s going beautifully or feels like a battle, you’re doing something incredible.

So if you’re glued to the couch with a baby attached (again), just know we see you showing up for your baby in the most nourishing way.

✨ No matter how it looks: combo feeding, exclusive, pumping, formula too... you’re crushing it mama! And we're cheering you on!

Send this to a fellow mom who needs the reminder that the days are long but the years are short and she's doing an incredible job balancing it all.

11/10/2025

If you’ve ever stood over the sink at midnight scrubbing bottles while your baby tells you all about it from the other room… You’re not alone!

Bottle feeding seems simple until you realize it’s basically just an exhausting job with terrible hours, unclear instructions, and way too many tiny parts.🥲

You’re measuring ounces like a scientist, debating which ni**le flow is “just right,” and trying to remember if you already warmed that bottle or... Was that yesterday’s caffeine hallucination?☕️🤔

It’s exhausting and frustrating (and sometimes funny😆) all at once!

If you’ve ever had that moment where you thought, “Why didn’t anyone tell me this part?” ... This one’s for you!

📲Share this with a mama bestie who gets it. You know... the one who’s probably also reheating the same bottle for the third time right now. 🍼💗

11/07/2025

That moment when you've tried everything on their "safe foods" list, and somehow even THAT gets the frisbee treatment today👋

Here's what we want you to know👇
You haven't done anything wrong. Your toddler's feeding behaviors are telling us a story about their sensory system, oral motor skills, and development. When kids consistently reject foods or have extreme reactions, there's usually something deeper going on.

Maybe their jaw muscles are working overtime.
Maybe certain textures feel overwhelming in their mouth.
Maybe they're actually protecting themselves from something that feels unsafe to swallow.

You're not failing. You're advocating. And that matters more than you know.🩷

The throwing? The screaming? The 47 rejected meals? We've seen it all, and we're here to help you decode what your little one is really trying to tell you!

📲Follow us for more feeding tips that actually work, and check the link in our bio for our blog! It's packed with insights about feeding struggles and practical strategies you can start using today.🙌

What's your toddler's current "signature move" at mealtime? Tell us in the comments!

11/06/2025

😞"I know something's not right, but everyone keeps telling me to wait and see."

This is what we hear from so many parents who later discover their child has childhood apraxia of speech.

CAS isn't something most people have heard of, which makes it even more isolating when you're trying to figure out what's going on with your little one's speech.

📲Swipe through to learn what CAS is & what signs to watch for! We want to empower you to advocate for your child.🤍

It's heartbreaking to watch your child struggle to be understood, especially when you can see how much they want to share with the world!

👉If you're seeing signs that concern you, don't wait. Early intervention makes all the difference!

Save this post if you think you might need it later, or share it with someone who might!

11/05/2025

Your child's journey to better breathing, eating, and speaking starts with stronger muscles. 💪

Myofunctional therapy isn't just about exercises... it's about unlocking your child's potential for clearer speech, peaceful sleep, and confident eating! When we strengthen the muscles of the tongue, lips, and face, we're building the foundation for lifelong wellness.

From helping little ones with tongue ties find their voice to supporting families through feeding challenges, we see the incredible transformations that happen when oral function improves.🙌

🤍Better sleep means better days.
🤍Clearer speech means stronger connections.
🤍Easier eating means family meals filled with joy instead of stress.

Every exercise, every session, every small victory is a step toward your child thriving!

When your child's oral system works in harmony, everything else falls into place. What questions do you have about myofunctional therapy? Share them below, we're here to help! 👇

11/04/2025

Some days, being a mom feels like trying to pour from an empty cup.

You’re running on coffee, grace, and three hours of sleep… 🥱
And still, you show up.

🤍You show up when you’re tired.
🤍You show up when no one says thank you.
🤍You show up when you feel like you're falling short.

So if no one told you today, you’re doing an incredible job.🙌

Not because everything is perfect... But because you keep going.

Your love doesn’t need to be loud to be powerful. Your quiet consistency is shaping little hearts in ways you can’t always see.🩷

📲Tag a mama who needs this reminder!

11/03/2025

Breastfeeding isn’t only about nutrition...

It’s a powerful, built-in connection tool that supports your baby’s development in so many ways:
🤍Builds immunity with antibodies only you can give
🤍Supports oral-motor development
🤍Regulates baby’s temperature, heart rate, and stress levels
🤍Strengthens emotional bonding through oxytocin release

👉But here’s the truth: it’s not always easy. And that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong!

From latch struggles to supply worries, every breastfeeding journey is unique AND valid. Whether you nurse for 2 weeks, 2 months or 2 years, it’s the love and intention behind it that matters most!🙌

Are you expecting soon & want to learn more about breast AND bottle feeding?! We have a class for you!

📲Click the link in bio to learn more & get the class now!
You’re not alone in this journey, and you don’t have to figure it all out by yourself.🩷

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! 👻

Is there such a thing as too much pumpkin?! Not when it comes to speech therapy! 🙌

Did you know that you can do lots of pumpkin-themed activities this month to support your child's speech/language skills?

📲Swipe to learn 5 activities you can do with your child!

What pumpkin activity are you excited to try first? Tell us in the comments!🤍

10/27/2025

✨SUBLEASE OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE✨

If you’ve been dreaming of a peaceful, professional space to grow your practice… This might be your sign!

📍We have a beautiful space available at our established location on S. Bell School Road in Rockford, just minutes from I-90.

You'll have access to two private treatment rooms
🩷Room 1: 128 square feet + windows
🩷Room 2: 120 square feet + no windows

AND a welcoming shared waiting room, kitchen, laundry, and break space. Utilities, high-speed internet, cleaning, and shared bathrooms are all included. You can simply show up and serve your clients.🙌

Perfect for therapists, counselors, healthcare providers, and wellness practitioners looking for a clean, newly renovated space that aligns with their calm, caring energy.🤍

Ready to expand your practice in the right environment?

Send us a DM or email us at emily@eatsandspeaks.com

10/24/2025

When you're told your baby "needs to gain weight," the pressure can feel overwhelming😞

We see you, mama. That fear when the scale doesn't show what everyone expects. The stress of wondering if you're doing enough. The guilt when feeding becomes a battle instead of bonding time.

But here's what we want you to know... You can care about healthy growth AND trust your baby's signals.🩷

If you're feeling less than confident in your baby's feeding journey, click the link in bio to learn more about our Breast & Bottle Feeding Class!

In the class, you'll learn how to read your baby's cues, support healthy development, and navigate feeding challenges with confidence instead of stress.🙌

Address

1463 S. Bell School Road Suite 8
Rockford, IL
61118

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm

Website

https://www.eatsandspeaks.com/

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