Meet your team of feeding, development, tongue ties, myofunctional therapy, sensory, and bodywork specialists in Orange County, CA.
About our team
Meet Yvonne
Yvonne Howard, MA, OTR/L, CBS, SWC, NTMTC
Owner, Occupational Therapist, Certified Breastfeeding Specialist
I’m a pediatric occupational therapist who specializes in supporting babies and children from head to toe— improving developmental skills related to breathing, feeding, sleeping, moving, self-care, and emotional regulation.
I understand what it's like to have to triple feed your baby, deal with picky eating, reflux, and how the whole body impacts feeding and development. My own journey with my children is what led me to specialize in feeding, oral restrictions, airway, and development. Since 2005, I’ve helped hundreds of families reach their goals, from pain-free breastfeeding and recovery after tongue-tie release to easing colic symptoms and overcoming picky eating.
At Baby and Beyond Therapy, I bring both personal insight and professional expertise to every session, guiding families on their own journeys with empathy and proven strategies. I’m passionate about giving children the help they need early in life, and I’ll be here through each milestone to remind you that baby steps add up to big changes!
Advanced Trainings and certifications
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Specialty Certification in Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing through the California Board of Occupational Therapy (SWC)
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Breastfeeding Specialist Certification (CBS)
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Neonatal Touch and Massage Therapist Certified (NTMTC)
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Tummy Time Method Trained
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TMR TOTs training
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Gillespie Approach to Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)
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Feed the Peds Trained
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TOTs Training
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National Board of Occupational Therapy Certified (NBCOT)
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California Board of Occupational Therapy
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CPR certified
Meet Jennifer
Jennifer Cedillo, MS, OTR/L
Occupational Therapist
I’m a pediatric occupational therapist with over 18 years of experience helping children build the skills they need to thrive in daily life. I’ve had the privilege of working with babies and children with developmental delays, physical disabilities, and feeding challenges, supporting families as they navigate each step of their child’s growth and progress.
My approach is compassionate, play-based, and family-centered. My sessions are full of “purposeful play" as I help children grow, regulate, and build confidence during activities that just feel like fun! I also partner closely with parents to create therapy plans that fit into real life and foster lasting progress outside of therapy.
Meet Rachel
rachel emas, MS, OTR/L, BCP, C/NDT
Occupational Therapist
I’ve been a pediatric occupational therapist since 2018 with a focus on helping children become as independent as possible in their daily activities. I have specialized working with children who have neuromuscular disorders, developmental delay, feeding challenges, sensory processing concerns, and handwriting concerns. I have advanced certifications in Neuro-Developmental Treatments (C/NDT) and am a Board Certified Pediatric (BCP) therapist.
I am currently working towards my Specialty Certification in Feeding, Eating, and Swallowing through the California Board of Occupational Therapy (SWC). My approach is play-based and family centered. I believe that a child’s “occupation” is to play, learn, grow, and explore. I help work on daily skills by bringing therapy directly into their natural environment- their home and community. I work closely with parents and caregivers to find strategies that fit naturally into the child’s routines. When I’m not playing on the floor with my clients, you can find me chasing a toddler around the local parks!
