Feeding Groups
Speech/Language Pathologists lead individualized groups to promote communication and socialization with peers.
Feeding challenges can include food refusal, food sensitivities, fear of swallowing (phagophobia), difficulty swallowing (dysphagia), "failure to thrive," and others. A child’s oral motor, sensory, and communication skills may have an impact. As a result, many “behaviors” may also be expressed during mealtime.
Our therapists utilize many approaches and individualize the treatment for the child and family, including Sequential Oral Sensory (SOS) feeding approach (Kay Toomey), Food Chaining (Fraker, Fishbein, Cox, Walbert), and general sensory integration and oral-motor techniques. We can help families with positioning and adaptive equipment, implement feeding routines and cues, reinforcement programs, and behavioral strategies. We also work with children who have allergies/food sensitivities or who receive NG-and G-tube feedings.
Questions, contact office@PediatricInteractions.com.
Is Your Child a Picky eater or problem feeder?
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