Feeding Therapy & Lactation Support in Appleton, WI

Serving babies, children, and families in the Fox Valley and beyond.

Our Mission

We help infants and children develop the skills they need to be safe, efficient, and happy eaters for the rest of their lives.

Specialty Areas

Our pediatric feeding therapists specialize in infant feeding, lactation support, and feeding disorders in children.

Empowering Parents

We’ll focus on making you the expert so you can feel calm and confident when feeding your child in the real world.

Welcome to Nurture Fox Valley!

We nurture healthier and happier mealtimes.

Food is foundational— it nourishes us and brings us together. But when feeding is difficult, moments that should feel comforting can become the most stressful parts of the day.

Whether you are struggling with breastfeeding, bottle feeding, tube weaning, starting solids, picky eating, swallowing, or the anxiety surrounding every meal, you don’t have to do this alone. At Nurture Fox Valley, our feeding therapists create space for you to take a deep breath, feel heard, and get your questions answered.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach here. We work alongside you, adjust our plan when life changes, and stay with you throughout the whole journey. Together, we’ll make mealtimes feel less stressful and more enjoyable for your whole family!

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Personalized Feeding & Speech Therapy for Babies & Children

Infant Feeding Support & Lactation Counseling

When breast- or bottle-feeding is not going as planned, we take the time to understand the full picture, starting with your baby’s mouth and oral function. As a dual feeding therapist and certified lactation counselor, we will observe a normal feeding, give you hands-on support in the moment, and create a tailored plan to help your baby:

  • Successfully and comfortably breastfeed

  • Take bottles

  • Gain weight

  • Reduce fussiness and discomfort

  • Wean from feeding tubes or oxygen

Feeding Therapy for Children Ages 6 Months to 18 Years

Feeding challenges can stem from a variety of medical and developmental factors, so we’ll always start by figuring out why your child is struggling. Each session will focus on creating positive experiences with food and teaching you practical strategies that you can use every day to help your child:

  • Transition from milk to solid foods

  • Eat more foods by mouth

  • Gain proper nutrition

  • Explore a variety of textures

  • Enjoy meals without pressure or stress

Speech Therapy for Late Talkers

Do you feel like you’re always “interpreting” for your child? Our play-based speech therapy sessions follow your child’s lead, using their interests to build new communication skills. Each session, we’ll answer your questions, model early language strategies, and give you practical ways to help your child:

  • Learn new words

  • Follow directions

  • Express wants, needs, and thoughts

  • Use longer sentences

  • Ask and answer questions

  • Communicate with less frustration

Photograph of Jordan Pulda, M.S., CCC-SLP, CLC, owner, speech therapist, feeding therapist, and certified lactation counselor in Appleton, WI

Meet Your Speech & Feeding Therapist

Hi! I’m Jordan Pulda, M.S., CCC-SLP, CLC

I’m a speech therapist and certified lactation counselor in Appleton, WI. After spending the early years of my career in the NICU and outpatient clinics, I wanted to create what so many moms I worked with in the hospital were looking fora space to feed their babies that felt comfortable, familiar, and less clinical. Nurture Fox Valley was inspired by those moms, for you.

I love breaking down the science of feeding so you can feel informed rather than overwhelmed by your child’s feeding challenges. My goal is to meet you in those vulnerable moments, help you understand what’s happening, and make you feel confident about what to do next.

Bring me your questions, worries, and hard days. I’ll be here to celebrate every milestone with you along the way!

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Who We Serve

Ages Served

Nurture Fox Valley serves infants and children from birth to 18 years old.

Settings

Sessions are offered in-home, at local community centers, and in our Appleton, WI office.

Insurance & Payment

We accept BCBS, UHC/UMR, and Wisconsin Medicaid. We are an out-of-network provider for other insurances.

  • "Jordan welcomes discussion in a way that validates your concerns..."

    “Jordan welcomes discussion in a way that validates your concerns and eases your worries. Multiple times she also acted as a "mom supporter" for me— just checking in on how I was handling everything, and that meant more than I could say as someone who doesn't have a huge network of support! I learned so many tips and tricks to foster more engaging learning/play at home and seeing my son’s progress has been one of the biggest joys this year!”

    ~ Molly

  • "She was a lifeline for us in a very difficult time!"

    “Following a spontaneous pneumomediastinum, my 13-month-old would only chew up food and spit it out. Jordan was a calm, reassuring presence who did a thorough examination of my son and had helpful suggestions almost immediately. I am happy to say that my son is eating three solid meals a day now and doing very well. Thank you, Jordan, for all your help and encouragement— she was a lifeline for us in a very difficult time!”

    ~ Piper

Let’s get started!

Nurture Fox Valley provides in-office and in-home lactation support, feeding therapy, and speech therapy services for children in the Fox Valley area. Our office is located in the Center for Perinatal Mental Health in Appleton, WI, and we offer home visits on a case-by-case basis.

Contact Us

If you'd like to see whether Nurture Fox Valley is a good fit for your needs, take the first step by scheduling a complimentary 15-minute consultation. Create a client profile here, and we'll call you.

Free Consultation

During the phone call, we’ll discuss your needs and determine next steps. We’ll also talk about insurance coverage, what to expect, and answer any other questions you may have.

Evaluation

We’ll send you some intake forms and schedule an evaluation. After the evaluation, we’ll share our recommendations and create a plan that’s tailored to your family’s needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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You’re in the right place! Nurture Fox Valley is accepting new clients for feeding therapy and lactation support in Appleton, WI, and throughout Fox Valley.

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