My Experience Researching PFD

Published by Michelle McKay on Aug 08, 2023

Hello! I’m Michelle, and I am thrilled to share where my inspiration for becoming a feeding therapist came from and introduce my newest research project. I have a full-circle storyRead full post…

Hoping for Magic

Published by Anna Taylor on Aug 07, 2023

I didn’t fly to Orange County for the magic of Disney. I flew there in hopes of a magic feeding therapy wand. The truth is, when your child has pediatricRead full post…

A mother’s journey with PFD shines a light on research

Published by By Hayley Estrem, PhD, RN, Assistant professor at UNCW on Jul 21, 2023

I clearly remember the day a doctor’s news changed my life. After months of chasing my baby around with a bottle to eat an ounce at a time, I learnedRead full post…

Supporting Parents: You are not alone

Published by Erin, Parent and Family Coach on Jul 19, 2023

It’s an experience many women have: first, miscarriages. Then, joyfully, delicately, pregnant again. Then, complications throughout the pregnancy. The emotions are overwhelming every moment of every day for months. Then,Read full post…

The Power of Two: Ishan’s Story

Published by Karen Ellis, Mom to Ishan on

When my son, Ishan, was initially hospitalized for aspiration pneumonia, failure to thrive, and feeding intolerance, an NG tube was placed. I felt so defeated. I felt terrified. I feltRead full post…

When ‘Expert’ Advice Is Unhelpful: A Guide to Avoiding Misleading Social Media Advice on PFD

Published by Feeding Matters on Jul 17, 2023

The pitfalls of unhelpful and misleading social media advice for clinicians and caregivers and how to avoid them Whether you’re a clinician or a caregiver, unhelpful and inaccurate content isRead full post…

Advancing Feeding Matters: A Report from Dublin and London

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Jul 13, 2023

Greetings, Feeding Matters Community! It’s with great pleasure that I bring you an exciting update on the summer awareness travels of the Feeding Matters team. As Feeding Matters’ CEO, IRead full post…

Pediatric Feeding Disorder to ARFID: A Young Child’s Journey

Published by Feeding Matters on Jun 26, 2023

Not long after Alexandra Marcy’s third child was born, she knew something was wrong with her eating. From the start, her daughter, Emerson, wasn’t latching properly. “I was told atRead full post…

Bravely adventuring out with PFD this summer

Published by Feeding Matters on Jun 23, 2023

Parents offer 7 tips for navigating summer travel with pediatric feeding disorder Summer travel with children is always an adventure. Having a child with pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) makes travelingRead full post…

PFD, ARFID or both?

Published by Will Sharp, PhD on Jun 12, 2023

Developing common terminology for children with PFD and ARFID is key to improving diagnosis and treatment By William Sharp, PhD is a behavioral psychologist and director at theChildren’s Multidisciplinary FeedingRead full post…

NEWS FROM THE PFD ALLIANCE

Published by Feeding Matters on May 26, 2023

A Deeper Look at the 2023 PFD Alliance Symposium with Feeding Matters Pillar Chairs: Education Pillar Chair-Amy L. Delaney, PhD, CCC-SL Question: I love the ARFID vs PFD diagnoses infographic.Read full post…

Shining a Light on Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Accomplishments in Awareness Month

Published by Feeding Matters on May 23, 2023

As Pediatric Feeding Disorder Awareness Month comes to a close this May, it is essential to reflect on the accomplishments achieved during this significant month. This May we have aimedRead full post…

Comfort that comes from community: Parents find support for PFD from peers who experienced it

Published by Feeding Matters on May 19, 2023

Despite the joy that comes with parenting, it can also feel incredibly lonesome. That journey is even more isolating for parents of children with pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) who don’tRead full post…

Thickening Breast Milk with Gelmix: New Guides and Handouts

Published by Gelmix on May 18, 2023

This blog post is part of a corporate partnership with Gelmix.  We’re excited to announce new materials, recipes and guides for thickening breast milk with Gelmix Infant Thickener. Our goalRead full post…

Establishing a Self-Care Plan When Caring for a Child with Disabilities

Published by Dorothy Watson on May 04, 2023

This blog post was submitted by community member Dorothy Watson at mentalwellnesscenter.info. Interested in having your work on our blog? Learn more here. Taking care of a child with disabilitiesRead full post…

What does it take to create a movement?

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Apr 27, 2023

Friends of Feeding Matters, I’m always interested in new trends and emerging technologies, so I’ve been exploring the new AI tool, ChatGPT. Recently, I asked ChatGPT: what does it takeRead full post…