feeding tube Archives – Therapy Insights

Creating Mealtimes for Tube-Dependent Children

October 31, 2023 by Ashley Zhinin.

Mealtimes provide opportunities for children to experience a wide variety of sensory input as well as lay the foundation for bonding over food. This handout provides tips for caregivers to create mealtimes that meet the child where they are at in their feeding journey to allow for bonding experiences.

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SLP Collaboration in G-tube Weaning and Oral Feeding Initiation

January 6, 2022 by Megan Berg.

This handout may serve as a guideline for clinicians and families who are seeking an enhanced understanding of the role of the SLP, or the steps involved in pediatric g-tube weaning.

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Alternative Nutrition and Hydration Decision Making

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.

The handout provides information to SLPs, doctors, nurses, nutritionists, patients, family members, and caregivers.

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Guidelines and Goals for Pediatric G-Tubes

December 25, 2021 by Megan Berg.

G-tubes can be scary, intimidating, and misunderstood by parents and caregivers. This resource offers basic guidelines and goals for SLPs to follow when beginning the g-tube journey with a client.

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