Feeding & Swallowing (SLP) support

Top SLP Richmond VA

Meet Jesse Peters

MS, CCC-SLP, CLC

Hi, I’m Jesse! I am a master's prepared Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) specializing in Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing since 2012 and a Certified Lactation Counselor (CLC) since 2021. I have been working in a pediatric medical setting with infants and toddlers with feeding disorders since 2012. After having 3 breastfed babies of my own and experiencing postpartum struggles, I became passionate about helping parents and babies with complex feeding issues.

There can be many reasons for early childhood feeding difficulties. Having three babies with tongue-ties myself, I know first-hand how important oral function is to having a successful feeding journey. From breastfeeding, to bottle feeding, to introduction of solids through purees or baby-led weaning (BLW), I am here to help you problem solve every step of the way. I cannot wait to help your family find joy and confidence in feeding times! 

services Jesse provides

Jesse evaluates and treats infants and toddlers (2 years old & under) with a variety of feeding and swallowing disorders.

Some common areas of treatment include:

  •  Oral function assessment and treatment

  • Tethered oral tissues (TOTs); pre/post frenotomy/frenectomy (tongue/lip tie release) care

  • Ongoing feeding challenges at breast or bottle (gas, swallowing air, clicking at breast/bottle)

  • Acid reflux/GERD management

  • Delayed feeding associated with premature birth

  • Poor weight gain

  • Coughing/choking/gagging during feeding

  •  Medically complex feeders including craniofacial differences, chromosomal abnormalities, tracheostomy dependence

  • Oral Aversion

  • Feeding tube dependence

  • Transition to solids via purées or baby led weaning (BLW)

Feeding & Swallowing Services

Initial In-home consultation:

90 minute in-home consultation: $175.00

Includes:

-All care is provided in the comfort of your home

-Thorough assessment of infant/toddler feeding difficulties

-Customized care plan to fit your feeding goals

-Access to secure messaging via HIPPA compliant patient portal with support up to 48 hours after consultation

follow up in-home consultation:

60 minute in-home consultation: $150.00

Includes:

-All care is provided in the comfort of your home

-Continued customized support with ongoing feeding difficulties

-Care plan adjustments if needed

-Access to secure messaging via HIPPA compliant patient portal with support up to 48 hours after consultation

virtual consultations:

90 minute virtual consultation: $100.00

60 minute virtual consultation: $80.00

Payment:

Payments will be due at time of consultation and are out-of-pocket. All major credit/debit cards are accepted as well as many HSA/FSA cards. A super-bill will be provided to you to submit to your insurance company for reimbursement (determined by your individual insurance plan).

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