Category: Nutrition
The power of assessment: How validated diagnostic tools fuel feeding therapy
Published by Feeding Matters on Dec 17, 2024
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…
NEW GELMIX RECIPE SEARCH TOOL
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…
The challenges and triumphs of breastfeeding with PFD: Addressing common concerns and offering expert advice
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…
The silent struggle of PFD: Why the prevalent pediatric disorder continues to be under-diagnosed and under-discussed
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…
Adapted baby-led weaning: A game-changer for pediatric feeding disorder
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…
Celiac disease and PFD : A guide to navigating both diagnoses
Published by Feeding Matters on May 23, 2024
When a child with pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) is also diagnosed with celiac disease, adjusting to a gluten-free diet can be even more challenging than usual. Keeping a child withRead full post…
Nutrition education in schools: A teacher’s reflections
Published by Gabi Lake on Mar 21, 2024
Recently, I heard first-hand from a PFD Parent about how challenging it is to navigate feeding differences within the school system. She shared that her child came home saying thatRead full post…
Budget-friendly bites: Navigating picky eating challenges in less time
Published by Courtney Bliss on Mar 19, 2024
When parenting a picky eater, we have to discard much of what we learn about food as adults. Diet recommendations to eat a lot of protein, avoid carbs and stayRead full post…
Getting the most out of feeding therapy for PFD: A step-by-step guide to finding the right pediatric feeding therapist
Published by Nicole Williams, OTD-OTR-L, at Desert Valley Pediatric Therapy in Arizona on Feb 15, 2024
When your child needs feeding therapy for pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), navigating the system to access treatment can be challenging. If your pediatrician recommends feeding therapy, the following are someRead full post…
A story of triumph over pediatric feeding disorder
Published by Feeding Matters on
The way pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) manifests in each child is as varied as the children themselves. But so many stories of parenting children with PFD are the same. AnRead 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…