Voice & Swallowing
Fussy Eaters
Mealtimes shouldn’t be a daily battle. If your child eats a very limited range of foods, refuses whole food groups, or things fall apart the moment something new appears on their plate, we can help.
Voice & Swallowing
Fussy Eaters
Mealtimes shouldn’t be a daily battle. If your child eats a very limited range of foods, refuses whole food groups, or things fall apart the moment something new appears on their plate, we can help.
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Signs To Look For
Every child goes through fussy phases. These are the signs it may be worth speaking with a speech pathologist.
Eats fewer than 20 foods, or refuses to try anything new for weeks or months at a time.
Gags, chokes or vomits at the sight, smell or taste of certain foods or textures.
Your GP or child health nurse has raised concerns about weight gain or growth.
Refuses entire categories of food, such as all fruits, vegetables or meats.
Crying, tantrums or shutting down at mealtimes, for your child or the whole family.
History of reflux, tube feeding, prematurity or oral motor difficulties.
What To Expect
We make it easy to get started – no jargon, no pressure, just clear next steps.
1
Free phone call
Chat with a speech pathologist about your concerns. No commitment needed.
2
Feeding assessment
We observe a mealtime, gather a full feeding history, and identify what's driving the difficulty.
3
Personalised Plan
We explain what we found, set goals together, and plan a pressure-free path forward.
4
Ongoing Therapy
Regular sessions using evidence-based strategies, with you involved throughout.
Our Approach
Evidence-based therapy delivered in a way that works for each individual and their life.
Pressure-free feeding
We never force or bribe a child to eat. Pressure around food tends to make fussy eating worse, not better.
Whole-child assessment
We look at sensory, oral motor, medical and behavioural factors, because feeding difficulties are rarely just “in their head.”
Family-centred
Practical mealtime strategies you can use at home every day, not just in the clinic.
Collaborative care
We work alongside your GP, paediatrician, dietitian or occupational therapist where needed.
Common Questions
Most children go through a fussy phase. It may be worth a closer look if your child eats fewer than 20 foods, refuses entire food groups, or mealtimes are consistently distressing. We can help you tell the difference.
No. We don't use pressure, bribery or force, research shows this approach tends to backfire. We build comfort and confidence around new foods gradually, at your child's pace.
As early as you have a concern. Feeding patterns are often easier to shift the earlier they're addressed, but we work with children of all ages.
Medicare rebates may apply through a GP Care Plan. NDIS funding may cover feeding therapy if it's impacting your child's health or development. Contact us and we'll help you navigate your options.
That depends on what's behind the difficulty and how long it's been going on. Every child is different. We'll be clear with you about what we're working towards and review progress together as we go.
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
Ready to Get Started?
Take The First Step Today
Everyone deserves to be heard,
and we’re here to help
