Giggle and Grow Therapy LLC

03/06/2024

Tonight!!!

Come to Babes and Brews tonight to hear Giggle and Grow Therapy LLC talk about your littles speech and eating!

01/12/2024

Giggle and Grow Therapy LLC has been nominated as the “Best Pediatric Therapy Provider” for the 2024 Family Favorite Awards in Springfield! Thank you Macaroni KID Springfield MO 🤩

It would mean so much to me if you took a moment to vote! I would love to reach even more families in need of speech, language, and feeding therapy in the 417. Thank you! 🙌🏻

Voting is open January 5, 2024 through January 19, 2024!Macaroni KID Springfield MO Family Favorite AwardsRecognizing the most loved local business for kids…

12/29/2023

One of my very favorite things as a Pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and Feeding Specialist is to support toddlers and their families in feeding development 🍽️ Mealtime is such an important part of our lives - nutritionally, emotionally, AND socially. It holds so much potential for connection and growth.

When behaviors, reactions, or disinterest start to appear around the dining table, it can negatively impact the whole dynamic. This can be so disheartening as a caregiver who wants to feed their child well and connect during a meal. Of course there is a level of this in typical development (hello toddler power struggles!), but if meals are becoming a daily struggle that end in tears, punishments, or frustration - I am here for you ❤️ Let’s get to the root of what could be happening! A big perk of offering in-home feeding therapy is that I get to join you at your own table during a meal so I can see firsthand where the struggles are. Then I can offer you guidance on how to support your child and make a therapy plan!

I have availability for free consult calls and new client evaluations in January ✨ Check out my booking site in my bio for details! I serve the 417 area (Springfield, Ozark, Nixa, Rogersville, Republic, etc).

Whether your child has sensory differences, delayed motor development, or picky eating that you just can’t figure out, we can make progress together! 🍎🥑🫐🍳🥩🍪

12/06/2023

I have been taking it slow in this space for a season. I am still here to support parents and their children in speech, language, and feeding development - always! But I needed a chance to be in the moment with my family, especially with the holidays coming. ❤️

This is your reminder that it is okay to slow down and have a “mundane” day at home with your child. To save the to-do list for tomorrow. To make the hot chocolate and snuggle up. To say yes to your child even if there are chores to be done. These little things can help your child connect with you, which in turn can support their precious development.

For example, I noticed my own child has been stuttering recently. It comes and goes, but it happens when she’s tired or very excited. The other day I had one on one time with her for about an hour in the morning where we read books, played with magnet tiles, and danced to music. I realized later in the day that I hadn’t heard her struggling as much as usual. I’m not saying that our focused time together was the only reason, but there was a difference for sure. We need to fill our kids’ little cups with connection, attention, and love just as much as we need to be filled. So cheers to full cups of love and hot chocolate! ☕️

10/18/2023

The First Foods Workshop is just over a week away! I’ll be covering all the details you need to know about introducing foods to your baby 🥑🥩🍳 We will discuss topics like signs your baby is ready for food, the latest info about allergenic foods, how to offer foods safely, and so much more!

Register now to save your seat because spots are limited 💛 Here are all the event details:

🍓 October 28th from 1-2:30 pm
🍓 Hosted by in Springfield, MO
🍓 Bring your partner and your baby if you like!
🍓 $55 per family - includes 1.5 hours of education, handouts, individualized recommendations, and snacks

Who is coming?! Link in my bio to register 🥦 Can’t wait to see you there!

10/18/2023

Register now to secure your spot at my First Foods Workshop on October 28th from 1-2:30pm with Flourish Family Doulas! Can’t wait to meet you and your littles 💛

If you're a parent of an almost-eater, you probably have questions like this...

🍌 How do I know if my baby is ready for food?
🥑 What foods should I offer?
🍓 How do I offer allergenic foods safely?
🥒 What high chair, utensils, and cups should I buy?
🍉 Why is my baby gagging?
🥕 Purées vs. baby-led weaning? Can I do both?
🍐 How do I make a meal schedule for my new eater?

Lucky for you, Kathryne of has the answers! Join us for a First Foods Workshop on Saturday, October 28th that covers all these questions and more! Bring your partner and your baby so you can learn all about first foods and gain confidence about feeding your baby safely!

Sign up today! https://flourishfamilydoulas.com/events/first-food-workshop

10/13/2023

Thinking about what first foods your baby needs? Not sure where to start? We've got a workshop that will take you from hesitant to confident, so you can feed your baby in the BEST way possible! 🥕🍅🍏🍓

Sign up now for our workshop with Giggle and Grow Therapy LLC!

Little ones welcome!

Sign up today 👉www.flourishfamilydoulas.com/events/first-food-workshop

10/09/2023

The First Foods Workshop is happening in just a couple weeks! So excited to partner with Flourish Family Doulas to offer this. Register here to guarantee your spot because space is limited!

https://giggleandgrowtherapy.janeapp.com/ #/staff_member/1/treatment/9

First Foods Workshop with Giggle and Grow Therapy LLC is happening soon!!

Have you signed up yet?!

10/02/2023

I am so excited to teach my First Foods Workshop at Flourish Family Doulas on October 28th! I would love to see you there if you are looking for guidance and support in introducing solids to your little ones 💛 Click through for more information and a registration link to secure you’re spot!

The First Foods Workshop is for parents who are seeking up-to-date and savvy guidance on how to feed their babies solids. With an overwhelming amount of resources online for introducing foods, we are offering an in-person experience to deep dive into feeding your new eaters. If your baby is not read

09/18/2023

Now introducing 👩‍💻 Virtual 1:1 Coaching 👩‍💻 with Giggle and Grow Therapy!!!

This virtual service is now available to any location, nationwide! It can be overwhelming to try and know 💥everything💥 about your child's development… But that's why I am here! As a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, I am an expert in speech, language, and feeding development, specifically for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. I want you to feel confident meeting your child where they are in their development with successful strategies and realistic expectations. Whether it’s on your break at work or during your child’s nap time, we can find a time that is convenient for you.

Let's connect one-on-one via a 30 minute video call so I can answer all your questions, offer guidance, and coach you through different activities that will support your child best. Virtual coaching sessions are offered for speech and language development OR feeding development, so choose what you need specifically when booking. Some specific topics that I LOVE to brainstorm with parents on:

🥣🥑 new eaters
🥒🍝 picky eaters
🥛🍼 bottle weaning
🧸💭 late talkers
🫧🎭 play routines
🗣️💬 speech sounds
🔬👀 “watch and see” for milestones

Coaching also includes follow up support via texting for one week after the appointment! Click the link in my bio or visit my website at www.giggleandgrowtherapy.com to book your Virtual 1:1 Coaching session today 🤩

Please note: Virtual coaching sessions are for educational purposes only, and not intended to be therapy. These sessions are reserved for the specialist and the caregiver only to discuss general recommendations.

Speech, Language, and Feeding TherapySpecialized in-home therapy services from birth to seven years oldServing Springfield, Missouri, and the surrounding areas Book an Appointment Our SpecialtiesEarly Intervention for Speech and Language DevelopmentUsing Play and Routines to Strengthen Meaningful Co...