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Assessment Tools for Evaluation of Oral Feeding in Infants Younger Than 6 Months (2018)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Due to the prevalence of feeding difficulties seen in young infants, the authors of this study aim to identify and evaluate tools used to assess bottle- and breast-feeding abilities in 6-months-old or younger infants. An online database search was conducted, resulting in a total of 18 assessment tools that met the established inclusion criteria. Seven […]
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Oral Motor Feeding Assessments: A Systematic Review (2017)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Description of Search and Included Studies: The search included the following databases: Medline, CINAHL, EMBASE, PsycInfo, and HAPI. The articles were required to 1) have studied feeding assessments used to evaluate oral motor skills specifically, and 2) have detailed the assessments’ psychometric properties (e.g., reliability, validity, etc.) The following pediatric oral-motor assessment tools were reviewed: […]
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A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Intensive Multidisciplinary Intervention for Pediatric Feeding Disorders: How Standard Is the Standard of Care? (2016)

January 16, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Description of Studies: All 11 studies were compiled through extensive searches on Medline, PsychINFO, and PubMed (01/00 through 12/15). Reviewed studies had to contain samples of children with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder who had enteral feeding and/or oral feeds with formula supplements, and were being treated at inpatient or day hospital programs with a […]
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Treating Low vs High Tone in Feeding Therapy

January 10, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Tone of the oral musculature is usually assessed during a pediatric feeding/dysphagia evaluation. Feeding specialists often see children with hypotonicity (low muscle tone) or hypertonicity (high muscle tone), which can affect the coordination and stability of the lips, cheeks, tongue, and mandible. This resource is designed as a reference for professionals looking for ways to treat both types of tone in feeding therapy sessions.
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Summer Snack Ideas and Fun Recipes for Kids

January 9, 2022 by Megan Berg.
Summer is a fun time for kids to be involved in food preparation! This handout is designed for parents and caregivers and outlines some simple snacks with kid-friendly recipe layouts to encourage healthy food habits.
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Spoon Options for Parents and Therapists

January 6, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout describes different spoon options for spoon feeding babies, toddlers, and children. Featuring helpful tips for children who have sensory and/or motor planning needs.
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Simple Strategies for Easier Mealtimes at Home

January 6, 2022 by Megan Berg.
As families are home more than ever during this time, mealtimes may feel increasingly more stressful. This handout serves as a reference for simple, go-to strategies that may make mealtimes run more smoothly!
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Sensory Play Ideas for Picky Eaters

January 5, 2022 by Megan Berg.
This handout celebrates the idea of sensory play with a large, engaging visual of what it looks like to use sensory play to become familiar with the different textures of foods. Includes 5 fun ideas to try with kids in a therapy setting or at home.
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