Why Occupational Therapists in Houston with Little Eaters & Talkers Can Help Babies, Toddlers, and Children

When parents think about therapy for their child, they often picture speech therapy or physical therapy—but occupational therapy (OT) plays an equally important role in helping children thrive. At Little Eaters & Talkers in Houston, our pediatric occupational therapists work side by side with speech-language pathologists to support babies, toddlers, and children in the areas that matter most: feeding, play, sensory development, and daily routines.

Occupational Therapist help with gross and fine motor skills, such as learning to sit and crawl.

Occupational therapists help children build the skills they need for everyday life. For babies and toddlers, that may look like learning to tolerate new textures at mealtime or practicing motor skills for play. For older children, OT often supports independence with dressing, handwriting, or managing big sensory needs

How We Help Babies

  • Bottle and Breastfeeding Transitions: Supporting families when feeding feels stressful.

  • Early Sensory Processing: Helping little ones adjust to new sights, sounds, and touches.

  • Motor Development: Building strength and coordination for rolling, crawling, and play.

How We Help Toddlers

  • Picky Eating & Mealtime Struggles: Expanding food variety in a positive, playful way.

  • Sensory Play: Helping toddlers who are sensitive to noises, textures, or movement.

  • Self-Care Skills: Encouraging independence with feeding themselves, brushing teeth, or beginning toilet training.

How We Help Children

  • School Readiness: Supporting handwriting, scissor use, and classroom participation.

  • Emotional Regulation: Teaching strategies for calming big feelings and improving focus.

  • Play & Social Development: Building motor and sensory skills that support friendships and active play.

Why Choose Little Eaters & Talkers in Houston?

What makes our practice unique is our collaborative approach. Our occupational therapists and speech-language pathologists work as a team, so your child benefits from whole-child care. Whether your child is struggling with feeding, sensory sensitivities, or communication, we design therapy that meets their needs at home, in school, and in the community.

Take the Next Step

If you’re in Houston and wondering if your child could benefit from occupational therapy, you’re not alone. Many parents come to us unsure of whether their child’s challenges are “typical” or signs they need support. That’s where we come in—with compassion, expertise, and a plan that makes everyday life easier.

Ready to learn more? Contact Little Eaters & Talkers today to see how our occupational therapy team can help your child thrive.

Jean Hawney

As a speech-language pathologist, Jean has worked in a variety of settings across the lifespan, including early childhood intervention, outpatient and private clinics, public schools, adult and pediatric inpatient rehabilitation units, skilled nursing facilities and pediatric acute care.

Currently, Jean primarily focuses on supporting parents of breastfed and bottle-fed infants, as well as infants and toddlers who have difficulty transitioning to solids and oral aversion. Jean also works closely with medically fragile infants and children who have tracheostomy tubes and weaning of feeding tubes. When Jean works with her patients, her goal is for them to feel empowered to advocate for their needs and to have an active role in their therapy.

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