Oro-Motor & Feeding Therapy in Faridabad for Kids
Is mealtime a struggle? Is your child gagging, avoiding textures, drooling a lot, or finding it hard to chew and swallow? PediGym provides individualized, play-based oro-motor and feeding support to help your child eat with confidence.
Add hero photo hereWhat is oro-motor and feeding therapy?
Oro-motor therapy builds the strength and control of the lips, cheeks, jaw and tongue, the muscles we use to drink, chew, swallow and form speech sounds. Feeding therapy adds gentle, play-based support for tastes, textures and mealtime routines, so eating feels safer and more enjoyable.
Often helpful for children with low muscle tone, developmental delays, cerebral palsy or sensory feeding difficulties.
Signs your child may need support
Every child eats at their own pace. If these signs continue, they are worth discussing with a therapist.
Drinking and drooling
- Difficulty sucking, drinking or using a cup or straw
- Drooling a lot beyond the expected age
- Open mouth at rest, or tongue pushing out
Chewing and textures
- Prefers purees and avoids chewing
- Holds food in the cheeks or mouth
- Accepts only a few foods or textures
Safety and mealtimes
- Gags, coughs or chokes on certain foods
- Mealtimes are long, messy or stressful
See a doctor first if your child chokes often, coughs or turns blue while eating, has repeated chest infections, or is losing or not gaining weight.
Skills we help your child build
Gentle, play-based goals chosen around your child’s current abilities.
Lip closure and jaw control
Steadier lips and jaw for drinking, eating and keeping food in the mouth.
Tongue movement
Moving food around the mouth and preparing it for a safe swallow.
Biting and chewing
Stronger, more rhythmic chewing for a wider range of textures.
Sucking, drinking and swallowing
Better coordination of sucking, sipping and swallowing.
Taste and texture acceptance
Gentle, gradual exposure so new foods feel less threatening.
Mealtime routines
Sitting, self-feeding and calmer, more predictable mealtimes.
How eating skills grow
A general guide to feeding milestones. Every child develops at their own pace.
First spoon foods
Opens the mouth for a spoon and starts taking smooth purees.
Mashed and finger foods
Manages mashed and lumpy foods and begins to munch soft finger foods.
Chewing and cup drinking
Chews soft solids, drinks from a cup and starts holding a spoon.
Family foods
Chews a wide variety of foods and eats most family meals.
How feeding therapy at PediGym works
From the first conversation to mealtimes at home, every step leads to the next.
Initial consultation
You share your child’s feeding history, food preferences and concerns.
Assessment
The therapist checks oral strength, chewing, swallowing, sensory responses and posture.
Individualized plan
Goals match your child’s current skills and needs.
Therapy sessions
Play-based oral exercises and gradual food exploration.
Parent guidance
Simple mealtime strategies to practise at home.
Why parents choose PediGym for feeding therapy in Faridabad
Early support helps children build safe, comfortable eating skills and makes mealtimes easier for the whole family.
Book an Assessment
Dr. Nitin Gupta
Dr. Nitin Gupta brings extensive experience in child development and therapy, with a focus on helping children build movement, learning, communication and daily living skills. His child-centered approach ensures each child receives the right support at the right time.
Feeding therapy centers in Faridabad
Visit either of our two Faridabad centers. Call ahead to book a feeding assessment for your child.
PediGym Sector 17
382, Sector 17, Faridabad, Haryana 121002
+91 98739 71012 Get DirectionsPediGym Sector 85
3rd Floor, D-72, Greater, Sector 85, Faridabad, Haryana 121007
+91 98739 71012 Get DirectionsWhat parents say about PediGym
“We are incredibly grateful to Dr. Nitin for the wonderful care he provided. He always took the time to explain the process and answer our questions patiently.”
“Excellent child development center in Delhi NCR. PediGym is a holistic approach towards your child’s mental and physical growth.”
“Excellent team of therapists! The therapies at PediGym are result oriented, professional and delivered with genuine care.”
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers to what parents ask us most about oro-motor and feeding therapy.
What is oro-motor therapy?
It is a set of play-based activities that build the strength, coordination and control of the lips, cheeks, jaw and tongue. These skills support sucking, drinking, chewing, swallowing and speech sounds.
Is my child just a picky eater, or do they need therapy?
Many children go through fussy phases. If your child accepts only a few foods, gags often, avoids chewing, or mealtimes are consistently stressful, an assessment can show whether extra support would help.
Does feeding therapy force my child to eat?
No. Sessions are gentle and child-led. Food and textures are introduced gradually through play, so your child feels safe and in control.
How long does therapy take?
It varies, because every child’s needs and progress differ. We discuss a plan after the assessment and review progress regularly.
What can parents do at home?
Keep mealtimes calm and regular, seat your child well supported, offer new foods without pressure, and practise the activities your therapist suggests. If your child chokes often or is not gaining weight, speak to your pediatrician.
Worried about your child’s eating?
Every child’s feeding journey is different. Book an assessment at PediGym Faridabad and our team will help you understand the next steps.