Common Questions About Baby Feeding Support
Have questions about infant feeding therapy, breastfeeding support, bottle feeding help, tongue tie or lip tie concerns, or the Side to Eat Video Learning Series? You are in the right place. Nourish at Home helps families better understand their baby’s feeding through 1:1 virtual feeding therapy and practical video education created by NICU feeding therapists.
Whether your baby is struggling with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, latch, pacing, bottle refusal, reflux-like symptoms, tongue tie concerns, lip tie concerns, feeding cues, or feeding transitions, our goal is to help feeding feel calmer, more comfortable, and more connected.
What does Nourish at Home do?
Nourish at Home provides infant feeding support for families. We offer 1:1 virtual feeding therapy in select states and the Side to Eat Video Learning Series, which is available to families anywhere.
We support breastfeeding, bottle feeding, combination feeding, feeding cues, latch, positioning, pacing, reflux-like symptoms, bottle refusal, tongue tie and lip tie concerns, feeding transitions, and parent education.
Do you help with both breastfeeding and bottle feeding?
Yes. Nourish at Home supports both breastfeeding and bottle feeding. We work with families who are exclusively breastfeeding, exclusively bottle feeding, pumping, combination feeding, transitioning from breast to bottle, transitioning from bottle to breast, or trying to find a feeding rhythm that works for their baby and family.
Feeding is not one-size-fits-all. We help parents understand what their baby is showing them before, during, and after feeds.
What is infant feeding therapy?
Infant feeding therapy is personalized support for babies who are having difficulty with feeding. This may include challenges with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, latch, coordination, milk transfer, pacing, reflux-like symptoms, bottle refusal, feeding comfort, tongue tie or lip tie concerns, or weight gain.
At Nourish at Home, 1:1 virtual infant feeding therapy is provided by licensed speech-language pathologists with specialized training in infant feeding and NICU feeding support.
What is the Side to Eat Video Learning Series?
The Side to Eat Video Learning Series is our infant feeding education series created by NICU feeding therapists. It supports both breast and bottle feeding families through nature-guided feeding principles and helps parents better understand feeding cues, positioning, pacing, latch, burping, reflux-like symptoms, and feeding comfort.
The Side to Eat Video Learning Series is available to families anywhere and can be watched on your own schedule. It is a good option for parents who want clear, practical feeding education without needing to book a therapy appointment.
Our breastfeeding-focused video learning series is coming later this year. For families looking for exclusive breastfeeding support right now, 1:1 virtual feeding therapy is currently the best service option.
Is the Side to Eat Video Learning Series available in every state?
Yes. The Side to Eat Video Learning Series is educational and available to families anywhere. 1:1 virtual feeding therapy is personalized care and is only available in select states based on therapist licensure.
If you are not sure which option is right for your family, you can book a free consult and we can help you decide where to start.
Which option is right for me: 1:1 virtual feeding therapy or the Side to Eat Video Learning Series?
1:1 virtual feeding therapy is best if you want personalized support for your baby’s specific feeding needs. This may be the best fit if your baby is struggling with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, weight gain, bottle refusal, coughing or choking during feeds, complex medical needs, feeding after a NICU stay, tongue tie or lip tie concerns, or ongoing feeding stress.
The Side to Eat Video Learning Series is best if you want practical infant feeding education you can watch anytime, anywhere. It supports both breast and bottle feeding families through nature-guided feeding principles and is a great starting point for learning about feeding cues, positioning, pacing, latch, burping, and feeding comfort.
Our breastfeeding-focused video learning series is coming later this year. If you are looking for support with exclusive breastfeeding right now, 1:1 therapy is currently the best way for us to help.
Do I need a referral?
No. You do not need a referral to reach out to Nourish at Home. Parents can book a free consult anytime.
If a referral is needed after your consultation, we will walk you through the process and help you understand the next steps.
What if I am not sure this is a feeding issue?
That is very common. Many parents reach out because something about feeding feels hard, stressful, uncomfortable, or confusing, but they are not sure what is normal.
A feeding issue can show up in many ways. Your baby may seem uncomfortable before, during, or after feeds. Feeding may technically be happening, but it may still feel harder than it should. Your baby may be fussy during feeds, pulling away, clicking, leaking milk, coughing, choking, falling asleep quickly, feeding for a very long time, refusing the breast or bottle, seeming uncomfortable after feeds, or struggling with breast or bottle transitions.
If something does not feel right, we can help you sort through what you are seeing and decide on the next step.
Can you help if my baby was in the NICU?
Yes. Supporting NICU graduates is one of our specialties. Our therapists have experience with babies who have spent time in the NICU and may have complex feeding histories, medical needs, tube feeding history, prematurity, respiratory concerns, reflux-like symptoms, or difficulty transitioning to full oral feeds.
We help families understand their baby’s feeding cues, endurance, coordination, positioning, pacing, and comfort at home.
Can you help if I am worried about tongue tie or lip tie?
Yes. Many families come to us wondering if their baby has a tongue tie or lip tie, or whether they should get a tongue tie or lip tie released.
One of the most important things to know is this: just because tethered oral tissue is present does not mean a release is necessary. Many babies have visible tight oral tissue and feed comfortably without any feeding problems.
At Nourish at Home, we look at both anatomy and physiology. That means we look at what the tissue looks like and how your baby is actually feeding, moving, coordinating, and responding during breast or bottle feeds.
This matters because some babies have a tongue or lip tie and feed well. Some babies have feeding symptoms, but those symptoms may be caused by something other than tethered oral tissue. A full feeding evaluation helps families understand the bigger picture before deciding on next steps.
What are signs my baby may need feeding support?
Families often reach out for infant feeding support when feeding feels harder than they expected or when they have a sense that their baby could be feeding better.
You may benefit from feeding support if:
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Feeding feels stressful, overwhelming, or confusing
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Your baby seems uncomfortable before, during, or after feeds
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Your baby is getting feedings in, but does not seem comfortable
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Your baby seems fussier or more difficult to feed than other babies, and you are not sure why
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You have tried several bottles and still do not know which one to use
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You feel overwhelmed by advice from social media, friends, family, or online groups
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Breastfeeding or bottle feeding feels painful, messy, or exhausting
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Your baby clicks, leaks milk, coughs, chokes, or pulls away during feeds
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Your baby refuses the breast or bottle
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Feeds take a very long time or feel like a battle
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Your baby has reflux-like symptoms, frequent spit-up, gassiness, or discomfort
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Your baby is struggling with weight gain or feeding endurance
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You are transitioning between breast and bottle and need support
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You are wondering if a tongue tie or lip tie could be affecting feeding
You do not need to wait until feeding feels impossible to ask for help. If something feels off, Nourish at Home can help you better understand what your baby is showing you before, during, and after feeds.
Can you help with bottle refusal?
Yes. We support families with bottle refusal, breast-to-bottle transitions, bottle-feeding stress, and babies who seem frustrated, uncomfortable, or disorganized with the bottle.
Bottle refusal can be related to many things, including nipple flow, positioning, pacing, timing, feeding cues, oral motor skills, prior stressful feeding experiences, or strong breast preference. We help families take a responsive, step-by-step approach.
Can you help with reflux or spit-up?
We support families whose babies have reflux-like symptoms, spit-up, discomfort after feeds, arching, fussiness, gassiness, or difficulty settling after feeding.
We do not diagnose reflux or prescribe medication, but we can help you look at feeding patterns, positioning, pacing, flow rate, volume, burping, and comfort strategies. We may also recommend that you discuss symptoms with your pediatrician.
Can you help with weight gain concerns?
Yes. We support babies who are struggling with weight gain, taking a long time to feed, tiring during feeds, refusing feeds, or having difficulty transferring milk.
Weight gain concerns should always be discussed with your pediatrician. Feeding therapy can be one part of the support team when intake, endurance, coordination, or feeding comfort are concerns.
Do you work with partners, grandparents, or nannies?
Yes. We can coach anyone involved in feeding your baby. Parents, partners, grandparents, nannies, and other caregivers are welcome to participate.
This can be especially helpful when multiple people are feeding the baby and everyone needs to understand positioning, pacing, feeding cues, bottle flow, and responsive feeding strategies.
Is virtual infant feeding therapy effective?
Yes. Research supports the use of telehealth and telepractice for many pediatric therapy services, including caregiver coaching and feeding therapy. Virtual feeding therapy can be especially helpful because feeding happens in your real home environment with the bottles, chairs, pillows, routines, and challenges you use every day.
Through video sessions, we can observe feeding, coach positioning and pacing, talk through your baby’s cues, and help you make practical changes in real time. For many families, virtual care makes feeding support more accessible, more comfortable, and easier to fit into newborn life.
What states do you provide 1:1 virtual feeding therapy in?
We currently provide 1:1 virtual feeding therapy in Montana, Missouri, Idaho, Oregon, New Mexico, and South Dakota. This is subject to change, so please reach out to confirm whether we can provide therapy in your state.
The Side to Eat Video Learning Series is educational and available to families anywhere.
Do you accept insurance?
Nourish at Home is a private pay service. We do not accept insurance at this time.
For eligible therapy services, we can provide documentation that you may submit to your insurance company for possible out-of-network reimbursement. Reimbursement is not guaranteed and depends on your individual insurance plan.
Do you accept FSA or HSA cards?
Yes. We accept FSA and HSA cards.
How do I get started?
If you want personalized support, book a free consult. We can talk through what is going on, answer your questions, and help you decide whether 1:1 virtual infant feeding therapy is the right fit.
If you want practical feeding education you can access anytime, explore the Side to Eat Video Learning Series.
What if I do not know where to start?
You do not have to figure it out alone. If feeding feels stressful, confusing, uncomfortable, or overwhelming, start with a free consult. We can help you decide whether your family would benefit most from 1:1 virtual feeding therapy, the Side to Eat Video Learning Series, or a referral back to your medical team.
