Feeding Therapy
A feeding disorder is defined as any difficulty eating or drinking that raises worries about a child's safety or growth. Feeding issues can range from mild to severe. These issues can include:
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Swallowing, coughing, choking, or gagging.
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Chewing Difficulties
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Refusing various food textures
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Picky eaters
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Transitioning from g-tube to oral feeding
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Breast or bottle feeding difficulties
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Feeding problems as a result of reflux
Our feeding therapists use a variety of well researched principles, including being trained in the comprehensive AEIOU feeding program, to ensure that the care provided to your child is the best it can be.
Feeding Evaluations
A feeding evaluation consists of both a caregiver interview and observation of the child's feeding patterns. If your child is scheduled for a feeding evaluation, it is critical that you complete the questionnaire that is sent to you via email and your child arrives prepared to eat. We recommend that they fast for 2-3 hours before their appointment time, so that they are hungry. We want to see your child's typical mealtime routine and difficulties, so please bring at least one food item that they enjoy and one food item that they find difficult. If they have any special cups or utensils that they use at home, please bring those with them.