Melanie Potock

By Melanie Potock, MA, CCC-SLP Whether it’s a holiday dinner, a virtual family brunch or an outdoor family picnic, well-meaning relatives may be shocked to see you offering anything but...

by Jenn Sinrich No matter where you are in your parenting journey, you’ve probably come to the realization that bibs are a must (along with other feeding essentials like high...

By Jennifer Parris Whether it’s by bottle or breast (or both), you’ve been solely responsible for feeding your baby. But now, your not-so-little one is showing signs that she might...

Some manufacturers rethink packaging criticized by pediatricians and parents as inhibiting development By Annie Gasparro “We want babies to practice chewing and swallowing,” said pediatric feeding specialist Melanie Potock. “But...

by Alison Kresta “To help alleviate any appetite worries, I checked in with Dr. LaQuia Vinson, a pediatric dentist at Riley Children’s Health, and Feeding Specialist and co-author of the book, Raising A...

By Katherine Martinelli Although there are many opinions about how to start your baby on a sippy cups, Melanie is so pleased that she can share a “different” opinion for this...

By Alison Kresta After you have a baby, the next few months can be somewhat of a blur. One day it feels like it’s all going so fast, the next...

By Jenn Sinrich During your child’s first year, use these tips and tricks from experts and moms on the best ways to introduce baby food to your little one, so your...

By Anna Lee Beyer You might see my toddler eating French fries for lunch and assume she’s a typical picky eater being indulged by her weary parents. The truth is...

This week we’re talking all about baby self-feeding. Why, you ask? It just so happens Nancy Ripton and Melanie Potock’s new book, Baby Self-Feeding comes out TODAY! We’re so excited...