Hosted by Jean Hawney · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 33 episodes
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Welcome to Little Eaters & Talkers, where we empower parents, caregivers, and professionals with practical insights to support children’s feeding and communication development. Hosted by Jean Hawney, a pediatric speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist, this podcast explores everything from introducing solids and tackling picky eating to promoting speech and language milestones.
Jean Hawney hosts Little Eaters & Talkers, a kids show with 33 episodes published.
You followed the advice. You kept offering the broccoli. You put it on the plate again and again for two years. Mealtime is now something everyone in your house dreads — and your child still won't touch it. In this episo
You took your child to speech therapy for the talking. You were told to just keep offering food for the eating. Two separate waitlists, two separate specialists, zero conversation about how they might actually be the sam
Your pediatrician said "they'll grow out of it." You kept offering new foods. You took the pressure off. And two years later, the list of foods your child will eat is shorter — not longer. In this episode, Jean Hawney, a
"You might want to look into OT." Your pediatrician said it. You nodded. You took the paper. And then you Googled it and got a bunch of results about adults recovering from strokes. April is Occupational Therapy Month, a
"They’ll grow out of it." "Just keep offering it." "It’s just a phase." If you’re a parent of a toddler who only eats five foods, you’ve probably heard these phrases a dozen times. But what if your gut is telling you it’
Is feeding time ending in tears for both you and your baby? You aren't failing, and you aren't alone. In this episode, Jean Hawney, SLP and founder of The Little Eaters & Talkers , breaks down the emotional cycle of bott
In this episode, Jean Hawney, pediatric SLP, feeding specialist, and CLC, breaks down the key points from her 2025 ASHA Convention presentation on breastfeeding and dysphagia —in a way that feels clear, compassionate, an
In this episode, pediatric feeding and swallowing specialist Jean Hawney shares how families can play an active role in their child’s feeding rehabilitation after a brain injury. Recorded in preparation for the Team Luke
In honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month , Jean Hawney, pediatric feeding and swallowing specialist, explores the unique feeding challenges faced by children with Down syndrome. From breastfeeding difficulties and oral-
Feeding time shouldn’t feel like a battle — but for many families, bottle aversion turns mealtimes into moments of stress and worry. In this episode, Jean Hawney, speech pathologist, feeding specialist, and lactation cou
The journey from baby’s first spoonfuls to confident toddler bites is full of messy, joyful, and sometimes frustrating moments. In this episode, pediatric speech-language pathologist and feeding specialist Jean Hawney sh
Is your baby refusing the bottle? Or maybe you’re wondering when and how to introduce one while breastfeeding? In this episode, Jean Hawney, Speech-Language Pathologist and International Board Certified Lactation Consult
Traveling with kids can be magical... and messy — especially when it comes to mealtimes! In this episode, I’m sharing what I’ve learned as both a feeding therapist and a mom while traveling with my own little eaters this
Traveling with babies or toddlers? Whether you’re heading on a road trip, hopping on a plane, or planning a family getaway, feeding your little one on the go can feel overwhelming—especially if you’re dealing with picky
Feeding your baby shouldn’t feel confusing. In this episode, an SLP and an IBCLC team up to talk about feeding red flags, tongue and lip ties, therapy before and after a frenectomy, and why a team approach helps babies t
Feeding Therapy: When to Ask for Help Feeding is one of the most emotional parts of parenting—and when it’s not going smoothly, it can be hard to know when to ask for help. In this episode, Jean Hawney, pediatric feeding
In this inspiring episode of Little Eaters & Talkers , Jean Hawney — founder of Little Eaters & Talkers, feeding therapist, and feeding specialist — sits down with Bailey from West U Pediatric Dentistry to share her pers
In this episode, I sit down with Natalie Villante, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and founder of Oak Forest Behavioral Solutions, to talk about how ABA therapists and speech-language pathologists (SLPs) can co
In this heartfelt and informative episode, Jean Hawney sits down with a parent who shares her family’s personal journey with autism and feeding challenges. Together, they unpack early red flags, the myths that often surr
Talking with Dr. Aida Khanum to talk all about autism and feeding! We answered your questions, shared tips for supporting picky eaters, and discussed how autism can impact eating skills and mealtime routines. If you miss
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Little Eaters & Talkers is hosted by Jean Hawney. The show is categorised under kids (family) and has published 33 episodes.
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