Infant Feeding Team

Annika Suarez, MS, CCC-SLP, IBCLC, CIMI-2

Speech-Language Pathologist

Certified Lactation Consultant

Infant Massage Instructor

Annika is the owner of Sunny Baby and a speech-language pathologist, internationally board certified lactation consultant and certified infant massage instructor. Annika has been working in the field of speech-language pathology and specializing in infant and toddler population since 2012. She has attended several specialized trainings that focus on infant and toddler feeding difficulties, tongue ties and oral motor deficits. She is also the mother of three children (one singleton and a set of twins). She serves infants and mothers in Tallahassee, FL.

Carolyn Reierstad, IBCLC

Certified Lactation Consultant

Postpartum Doula

Carolyn is an internationally board certified lactation consultant and has been helping families for years. She has experience working for Gadsden WIC and supporting families as a postpartum doula. She is a mother of two singleton children and a set of twins. She has both experience and training working with mothers of multiples. Carolyn is an excellent resource for families of multiples and women who have difficulty with their milk supply. She serves mothers' lactation needs in Tallahassee and surrounding areas.

Betsy Ganus, MS, CCC-SLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Betsy Ganus is s speech-language pathologist. She has speech language pathology experience working with the pediatric population in a variety of settings. She has a desire to help infants meet their feeding needs in the community she serves. She is also the mother of three girls. Betsy is passionate about helping families in need of support during the first years of their children’s lives. She serves children in Tallahassee, FL.

Dr. Angela Wallace, OTD, MEd, OTR/L

Doctor of Occupational Therapy

Angela attended the University of Florida for her doctorate degree in Occupational Therapy with a specialization in early intervention. She has had experience addressing breast feeding, bottle feeding, and feeding difficulties. Angela utilizes a holistic OT approach to collaborate with parents, caregivers, and other professionals to address the needs of the infant based on the family’s goals and priorities. She serves infants in Crawfordville, FL and surrounding areas.

Infant Feeding Therapy

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Feeding Therapy

We offer formal evaluations of breast and bottle feeding for babies of all ages. We are also able to provide weekly therapy for your baby who is having feeding difficulties.

Eating Therapy

When your child transitions to solids, you may notice difficulties. We offer evaluations and therapy to help your child eat solid foods safely.

Oral Motor Therapy

Your child may have been diagnosed with tongue or lip-ties and need therapy to gain adequate oral motor functioning. We are trained in oral motor exercises and are able to evaluate and treat oral motor deficits.

Baby Colic Help

In-Home Visits

1-1.5 hour consultation in your home

Skilled observation and thorough case history to determine possible cause(s) of colic
Help with making adjustments to the environment for the baby
Yoga, breathing and relaxation techniques taught to family members
Infant massage instruction
Swaddling and calming techniques taught
Assistance with diet modifications for breastfeeding mother
Assistance with breast or bottle feeding
Referral to appropriate health professionals as needed

Phone Support

0.5-1 hour phone consultation

Thorough case history to determine possible cause(s) of colic
Help with making adjustments to the environment for the baby
Assistance with diet modifications for the breastfeeding mother
Referral to appropriate health professionals as needed

Professional Referrals

Your baby may be referred to

Lactation Consultant
Speech-Language Pathologist
Craniosacral Therapist
Infant Massage Instructor
Chiropractor