Published by Megan Hellner on Mar 01, 2025

Greetings, and thank you for your interest in our work! We’re excited to share some preliminary findings from ongoing research we’re doing to develop and validate a pediatric eating disorderRead full post…

Published by Julie Tan on

Exploring the Challenges to Supporting Children with Paediatric Feeding Disorders Part 1: Introduction Hello, I’m Julie Tan, a Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) and postgraduate researcher pursuing a Master of Science (MSc)Read full post…

Published by Aubrey Phelps on

Hi there! I’m Aubrey Phelps, a registered functional pediatric dietitian and certified lactation counselor. I’m the owner of Matrescence Nutrition, author of “The Big Book of Baby-Led Weaning”, creator ofRead full post…

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI, chief executive officer on Dec 19, 2024

Dear Feeding Matters Community, Like many, this time of year always causes me to reflect on the past twelve months. And, like a lot of us, I often find thatRead full post…

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI, chief executive officer on Dec 18, 2024

Every December, we pause to reflect on what we set out to accomplish and celebrate the progress we’ve made together. Feeding Matters exists to create a world where children withRead full post…

Published by Meg Simione, PhD, CCC-SLP on Dec 17, 2024

Whether you’re at a family reunion, Thanksgiving or a life cycle event, so many gatherings center around food. For families with a child who has pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), theseRead full post…

Published by Feeding Matters on

On television and in many people’s imagination, mealtimes are depicted as enjoyable moments of breaking bread with family and friends. This couldn’t be further from reality for families of childrenRead full post…

Published by Feeding Matters on

For many families, the road to a pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) diagnosis is long and winding. The journey often starts with a caregiver’s or a provider’s concern that leads toRead full post…

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Nov 27, 2024

“Feeding is complex.” It’s a phrase we say often. It helps us explain the intricate system involved in feeding development—starting in infancy and continuing through childhood. It also describes theRead full post…

Published by Gelmix on Nov 21, 2024

This blog post is part of a corporate partnership with Gelmix. Introducing the New Gelmix Recipe Search Tool for Dysphagia Diets We’re thrilled to unveil a new, user-friendly Gelmix RecipeRead full post…

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Aug 29, 2024

Dear Friends of Feeding Matters, At Feeding Matters, our work has always been to support families of children with pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) and the professionals who care for them. As part of thisRead full post…

Published by Feeding Matters on Aug 12, 2024

For a function that’s so natural, breastfeeding is surprisingly difficult for many new mothers and infants. Feeding challenges, like reflux, oral aversion or even dysphagia, can make breastfeeding feel insurmountable.Read full post…

Published by Amy Delaney, PhD, CCC-SLP on

For a pediatric disorder that affects 1 in 37 children under age 5 –– making it more common than autism –– pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) remains significantly misunderstood and undiagnosed.Read full post…

Published by Jill Rabin, CCC-SLP/L, IBCLC on Aug 09, 2024

When I first introduced adapted baby-led weaning to the family of a 10-month-old girl with complex medical needs, her doctor and extended relatives were skeptical. Complications from Down’s syndrome meantRead full post…

Published by Feeding Matters on Aug 08, 2024

For any mother wishing to escape to a beautiful, rural island, Leilani Kailiawa will attest to that fantasy’s challenging reality –– especially as a mom of a child with pediatricRead full post…

Published by Pamela Dodrill, PhD, CCC-SLP on Aug 06, 2024

Considering the complexities of swallowing, it’s a wonder most babies are born knowing how to feed. Those who struggle with feeding may be diagnosed with dysphagia, which is the medicalRead full post…