Sara is a compassionate and highly skilled pediatric feeding therapist dedicated to helping children and families navigate feeding challenges with confidence and success. A wife and proud mom of two young children, Sara understands the joys and challenges of raising little ones firsthand.
Sara holds a Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (MSOT) and a Bachelor’s in Rehabilitation Medicine from Saginaw Valley State University and is a Registered and Licensed Occupational Therapist (OTRL). With advanced certifications as a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and training in evidence-based approaches such as AEIOU: An Integrated Approach to Pediatric Feeding, Beckman Oral Motor, SOFFI, and Feed the Peds, Sara brings a wealth of knowledge to Growing Together Pediatric Feeding Therapy.
Sara also has specialized expertise in supporting oral motor skills, tethered oral tissues (such as tongue, lip, and cheek ties), and fine motor skills needed for self-feeding. Her approach is rooted in family-centered care, offering personalized feeding evaluations, therapy sessions, and education tailored to each child’s unique needs. Whether it’s supporting breastfeeding and bottle feeding, transitioning to solids, or addressing picky eating, Sara is passionate about creating joyful, stress-free mealtimes for families.
When she’s not working with families, Sara enjoys exploring Michigan’s parks, camping, and tackling home improvement projects with her husband and kids.
At Growing Together Pediatric Feeding Therapy, we are dedicated to providing expert pediatric feeding therapy and lactation support to families in the Detroit and Flint areas, including Wayne County, Genesee County, Macomb County, and Oakland County.
With advanced certifications and specialized training in areas like tethered oral tissues (tongue, lip, and cheek ties), oral motor development, and sensory-based feeding approaches, we tailor every session to your child’s unique needs. Founder Sara is a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) and Registered Occupational Therapist (MSOT, OTRL) with years of experience helping children overcome feeding challenges such as breastfeeding or bottle feeding difficulties, picky eating, transitioning to solids, and sensory processing concerns.
Choosing Growing Together Pediatric Feeding Therapy means partnering with a therapist who is not only highly qualified but also deeply committed to empowering families and fostering joyful, stress-free mealtimes. Our family-centered, in-home or daycare services make it easier for your child to receive the care they need in a comfortable, familiar environment. With a compassionate, evidence-based approach, we help your child achieve feeding success and support your family every step of the way.
We take great pride in helping families in Metro Detroit and Flint with a range of feeding and mealtime challenges, including breast feeding, bottle feeding, transitioning to solid foods, lip, tongue, and cheek ties, picky eating, fine motor skills, and more. Contact Sara today to learn how she can help you and your family.
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