About Us

First Bites Speech Pathology

A Melbourne-based speech pathology practice dedicated to supporting babies and children who find feeding, eating and mealtimes hard. We support families across Melbourne's West from our clinic in Yarraville, in your home and Australia-wide via telehealth.

Our Approach

We believe mealtimes are about so much more than calories. They are an opportunity for children to build trust, connection and independence, and for families to share positive experiences around food.

Our approach is practical, personalised and family-centred. We provide evidence-based feeding therapy tailored to your child’s individual needs, while placing a strong emphasis on caregiver education and upskilling. We work alongside you to build your confidence, understand what’s behind your child’s feeding challenges and develop strategies that can be used in everyday mealtimes.

Meet the Founder

Rose Denby

Speech Pathologist (CPSP)

With over a decade of experience as a paediatric speech pathologist, Rose founded First Bites Speech Pathology to support infants and young children experiencing feeding, eating and mealtime challenges.

Rose holds a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Speech Pathology from La Trobe University. She has undertaken additional specialised training in paediatric feeding and has worked across both Australia and the United Kingdom, bringing a broad range of clinical experience to her practice.

Rose is particularly passionate about responsive, relationship-based feeding therapy. She takes a holistic, family-centred approach, recognising that mealtimes are about more than just food, they are also opportunities for connection, learning and trust.

Speech Pathology Australia — Certified Practising Speech Pathologist

Ready to take the first bite?

Every feeding journey starts somewhere. Let's take the first step together with guidance that supports both you and your child.