Why PFD assessment and management vary for each patient and community

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI, chief executive officer on Dec 01, 2023

Reporting on our findings from researching the landscape of pediatric feeding disorder treatment Every day at Feeding Matters, we hear stories from families and professionals of progress and struggles, ofRead full post…

Championing change: One feeding specialist’s advice for improving NICU feeding

Published by Ramya Kumar, M.S., CCC-SLP, BCS-S, CNT, IBCLC, NTMTC on Nov 27, 2023

By Ramya Kumar, NICU Developmental Coordinator at Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital; Speech-Language Pathologist at Arizona NICU Follow-Up Specialists As a NICU feeding specialist, advocating for even a small change in practiceRead full post…

A case for giving: Why gifts to Feeding Matters matter

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Feeding Matters is the only organization where education, advocacy and support for pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) is our passion and purpose. In this season of nonprofit giving, one supporter explainsRead full post…

Thoughts from the Airport after the ASHA Convention

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Nov 20, 2023

This week took my breath away. Something I’m working on in my own leadership journey is taking the time to celebrate and acknowledge success as sometimes I’m moving too fastRead full post…

When holidays are more hungry than happy

Published by Gabi Lake on Nov 16, 2023

**TW: Eating disorders. Author has been in recovery for 15 years, and is speaking to her story as someone who has overcome it. The holiday season is meant to beRead full post…

Feeding questionnaire a springboard for physical therapy needs

Published by Karen Crilly, PT DPT, Advanced clinical specialist at Texas Children’s Hospital on Oct 20, 2023

How one physical therapist uses the Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire to identify a child’s areas of need and how she can help Feeding challenges never occur in a vacuum.Read full post…

Walking the Path of PFD

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Oct 19, 2023

October holds a special place in my heart. Professionally, it’s the birthdate of the pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) diagnosis in the US (PFD turned two this year!). And personally, it’sRead full post…

Supporting a smoother transition to home for NICU babies

Published by Feeding Matters on Oct 02, 2023

New guidelines for NICU discharge can lead to radical improvements…as long as staff have the means to implement them   In his years as a neonatologist, Vincent C. Smith, MD,Read full post…

Calm Confidence

Published by Courtney Bliss, MS, RDN on Sep 28, 2023

Hi! I’m Courtney Bliss, a pediatric dietitian and a Feeding Matters board member. Last week I was able to participate as a board liaison in Feeding Matters’ PFD Alliance executiveRead full post…

Overturning insurance denials for PFD

Published by Feeding Matters on Sep 20, 2023

One mom with insider insurance experience shares how she managed to get coverage, plus a sample call script and an appeal template. Navigating insurance coverage for pediatric feeding disorder (PFD)Read full post…

Breastfeeding for babies in the NICU and beyond

Published by Joy Browne, PhD, PCNS, IMH-E on Sep 13, 2023

A comprehensive guide for navigating baby feeding for infants in the NICU By Joy Browne, PhD, PCNS, IMH-E Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Colorado School of MedicineRead full post…

Focus on Food Safety

Published by Anna Busenburg, RD, CSP, LD, CLC on Sep 05, 2023

This blog post is published as part of a paid partnership between Feeding Matters and Reckitt Mead Johnson Nutrition. Learn more about our corporate partnership program and ethical standards forRead full post…

On the threshold of a new school year…

Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Aug 25, 2023

Dear Friends of Feeding Matters, If you are one of the many people embracing the return of routines, packing lunches, sports and activities, you’ve been on my mind. I amRead full post…

PFD in the Classroom: A special education teacher’s perspective

Published by Gabi Lake on Aug 22, 2023

After 8 years as an educator in the public school system, I have worked with a handful of students who have pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). The students I supported fellRead full post…

Pediatric feeding with empathy: 8 ways to think through a compassionate lens

Published by Marsha Dunn Klein, pediatric occupational therapist on Aug 17, 2023

On a vacation to Monterey, Mexico, I sat at a fancy restaurant and friends presented me with a plate of worms. Since I am a curious eater, and it wasRead full post…

Back to school with PFD: Tips for the new school year from preschool to high school and beyond

Published by Feeding Matters on Aug 16, 2023

When you spend hours every day feeding your child and running to therapy and medical appointments, starting school can seem daunting. Whether it’s at age 3 or later, there comesRead full post…