Fabi Moy, SLP IBCLC

Fabi Moy, SLP IBCLC Speech Language Pathologist, Intl Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Feeding Therapist, Specialist in Orofacial Myofunctional Disorders

09/04/2026

The first few weeks after birth are incredibly important for establishing milk supply.

Frequent, effective milk removal helps signal the body to produce the milk your baby needs. That's why early feeding challenges deserve prompt attention, not because parents are doing anything wrong, but because timing can make a real difference.

Getting support early can help preserve breastfeeding goals and build confidence for the journey ahead.

If feeding doesn't feel right, don't wait. Reach out for support early.

Have you ever left a meal feeling like something was "off," but every checklist said your child was fine?There is a name...
09/02/2026

Have you ever left a meal feeling like something was "off," but every checklist said your child was fine?

There is a name for it: Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD).

It affects as many as 1 in 23 kids under 5, yet most families have never heard the term.

Swipe through to learn what it is, the signs to watch for, and where to start if it sounds like your family.

Save this and share it with a parent who needs it.

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09/01/2026

I knew this proposal might be rejected, but knowing that doesn’t make the disappointment disappear.

I wanted to bring a conversation about tongue tie, access to appropriate services, feeding function, and craniofacial development into a space dedicated to pediatric feeding disorders.

I still believe these are conversations worth having, even when they don’t fit neatly into the current framework.

So yes, I’m disappointed. But I’m also thinking about what comes next.

Follow along because I’m not finished having this conversation.

08/31/2026

One of the most important tongue movements for feeding and speech is something called a lingual bowl.

This shape helps gather food into one cohesive bolus before swallowing instead of allowing food to scatter throughout the mouth. It also requires strong, coordinated tongue muscles that support clear, precise speech.

Functional tongue movement isn't just fascinating, it's essential.

Save this post if you're learning more about oral motor development.

“They’ll grow out of it.” It is one of the most common things I hear from families of school-age children with a tongue-...
08/28/2026

“They’ll grow out of it.” It is one of the most common things I hear from families of school-age children with a tongue-tie, and the research does not support it.

A restrictive lingual frenulum is a structural difference in the tissue, not a phase. It does not stretch away with age. What changes is how it shows up: speech sound errors, disrupted sleep, reflux, malocclusion, and mouth breathing.

The good news is that ages 6 to 12 is still a window, not a closed door. Frenectomy for documented functional impairment is supported by randomized trials, systematic reviews,
and four professional organizations.

This is not experimental care.

If you have been told to wait and see, or you are facing an insurance denial, you do not have to accept the first answer. I know this isn’t easy. Hang in there.

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08/26/2026

One of the biggest misconceptions parents have is assuming “slow flow” or “newborn flow” means the same thing across every bottle brand.

It doesn’t.

Bottle manufacturers are not required to follow standardized flow rate guidelines, which means one company’s “newborn” ni**le may flow very differently than another’s.

That’s why bottle selection should always consider the baby’s oral skills, coordination, and feeding function, not just the label on the package.

Save this post if you’re navigating bottle feeding questions.

08/24/2026

I know they're convenient.

I know they reduce spills.

But if your goal is supporting strong oral motor development, speech clarity, and feeding skills, prolonged use of spouted or no-spill cups may not be your best option.

Open cups and straw cups help develop lip strength, jaw stability, tongue control, and mature swallowing patterns, all important foundations for feeding and speech.

What cup is your child currently using? Let me know below.

08/21/2026

Around 4 months, many parents worry that their milk supply has suddenly dropped—but that's often not what's happening.

As your body regulates milk production, your breasts may feel softer, your baby may nurse more efficiently, and feeding can become much quicker. At the same time, babies are becoming more aware of the world around them, so distracted feeds are very common.

What feels like a setback is often a normal stage of development.

Save this post for the 4-month stage or share it with a parent who may need the reassurance.

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A tired mom once handed me a folder. Inside were notes from the lactation consultant, the pediatrician, and the preschoo...
08/20/2026

A tired mom once handed me a folder.

Inside were notes from the lactation consultant, the pediatrician, and the preschool teacher.

Each one saw a different problem: the latch that never quite worked, the eating that stalled at a short list of safe foods, the words that were hard to understand, the reading that was not clicking.

Here is what I told her. You did not miss anything, and these may not be four problems at all.

Feeding, breathing, speech, and reading all move through the same small space, your child's mouth.

Swipe through for how the four connect, and what is worth a closer look.

If any of it sounds like your child, take a breath. You're doing a
great job, and noticing is the first step. I know this isn't easy.

Hang in there.

Follow along on Substack for small, doable steps.
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Let me know if you have any questions, and I hope this information is helpful.


08/19/2026

Tongue tie conversations become confusing when people focus only on appearance instead of function.

Two children can have very similar appearing oral anatomy and completely different feeding, breathing, or oral motor outcomes.

That’s why comprehensive assessment matters so much.

Share this with a parent navigating conflicting tongue tie information online.

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