Services for Professionals
We support professionals through three key services:
Mentoring
We provide one-on-one and group mentoring to support complex pediatric feeding cases, strengthen clinical reasoning, and build confidence in responsive, relationship-based care. Mentoring includes training in the Nurtured Feeding Approach™ and its application across the full spectrum of Pediatric Feeding Disorders (PFD).
Live Seminars & Webinars
We host interactive sessions that allow you to learn in real time and ask questions.
Live in-person and on-line trainings tailored to your staff needs.
On-demand & Live on-line Courses
On-Demand and Infant Feeding Course COMING SOON Spring 2026! Join the waitlist.
Our self-paced courses give you immediate access to evidence-based training and practical tools you can return to anytime.
Toddler Transition to Solids and Building Chewing Skills live-online Spring 2026 (Dates released soon!)
Mentoring
Work one on one with an expert pediatric feeding specialist. Bring your own case or choose a course module for review.
Discounts for course participants and group rates available- contact us for more details on these features.
Package includes access to FirstSTAGES tools:
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Age & Evidence-Based Guide
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FirstSTAGES Calculator
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Plus additional resources based on the topics we cover
Book your mentor session today!
30% off
Live Seminars & Webinars
Our live on-line or in-person trainings provide interactive learning experiences that bring the Nurtured Feeding Approach™ to life.
Whether you attend a full course or focus on individual modules, you’ll gain practical tools and strategies for solving pediatric feeding challenges.
Available on-line or in-person, these group sessions let you learn in real time, ask questions, and connect with peers.
Contact us to discuss pricing based on your needs so we can tailor the training for you or your team.
What's happening in 2026!
Launching FirstSTAGES Lunch & Learn Series (January to June) - click below for details and don't miss out on this unique opportunity! Registration open now!
FirstSTAGES Nurtured Feeding Approach™
Our evidence-based tools are designed to guide care, build clinical skills, and empower families.
Access to specific tools is provided based on the type of training or mentoring and the topics covered.
Full courses include comprehensive access to the complete FirstSTAGES toolkit.
Shorter trainings and mentoring sessions include topic-specific tools that directly support the material being taught.
TOOLS for YOUR TOOL KIT: These tools are included with our on-demand courses and select tools included in mentoring & tailored in-person or on-line live trainings.
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Age & Evidence-Based Guide: Nipple flow, feeding patterns, gain & intake expectations
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Comprehensive Evaluation Intake Form: You can start transforming your practice today!
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Conventional vs. Evidence-Based Intake: Quick Comparison & Reference Guide
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FirstSTAGES Calculator: Completes the necessary calculations and analysis, providing precise, holistic insight to guide evidence-based assessment and intervention.
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Symptoms & Root Causes Matrix
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Feeding Tracker: Captures collaborative parent–therapist observations and provides clear analysis to guide ongoing adjustments to the intervention plan.
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Nipple Flow Rate Fact Sheet: “Slow flow” label does not mean “slow”
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Back to Breastfeeding Guide & Sample Schedules: Without triple feeding!
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TOTs, Allergens & Reflux Differential: a structured guide for assessment & intervention
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Stay the Course: A Parent’s Guide to Nurtured Feeding & Peace
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Comprehensive Bibliography: Categorized, evidence-based references to support clinical collaboration and advocacy
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Advocacy Report Examples: Evidence-based sample write-ups to support clear, effective clinical communication
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Feeding Case Studies: From Concern to Connection
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Sample Feeding Schedules: Infant, Toddler & Older child to reduce stress, promote hunger, autonomy, and intuitive eating
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Transition to Solids: A handout outlining first steps to reduce gagging and texture refusal, with guidance on assessing tongue-tie, often eliminating the need for release.
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Oral Sensory Motor & Food Hierarchy: Handout that shows development of oral motor & chewing with sensory–food texture matching to promote skill development and peace
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Building Chewing Skills: Handout and steps to promote gnawing and transition from puree to solid food feeding