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Feeding Babies

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout is based on the course: Feeding Babies from Birth-12 Months presented by Allison Stamm, MA, CCC-SLP. The handout covers anatomical differences of preemie babies vs full-term babies, anatomical differences between infant vs older child, and bottle/breast issues + strategies.
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Feeding Activity – Edible Mud Recipe

December 24, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This handout provides a recipe idea that can be used with young children for feeding therapy, to practice language skills, or get sensory input.
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Development of the Swallow & Oral Motor Skills: From Infancy to Toddlerhood

December 23, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This resource provides caregivers and clinicians information about swallow development, including anatomy and physiology development from infancy to toddlerhood. The handout also outlines specifically how the pediatric swallow anatomy is not just a smaller version of adult anatomy and how these anatomical differences can impact dysphagia for the pediatric population.
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Creative Pairing of Preferred Foods with Non-Preferred Foods

December 23, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Clinicians typically use a variety of techniques and strategies to help children overcome fears of new or non-preferred foods. Each child is different and will need a unique approach based on their responsiveness to what is trialed in therapy. One for children with sensory-behavioral issues is to pair preferred foods with non-preferred items. This handout is especially helpful in understanding specific ways to use this approach across settings.
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Considerations When Creating a Feeding and Swallowing Clinical Team

December 23, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Based on the course Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Clinic: Team Considerations for Implementation by Pam Holland, MA-CCC/SLP, BCS-S, this handout provides a list of considerations to consider when assembling an interdisciplinary feeding and swallowing clinical team.
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Bottle Feeding

December 23, 2021 by Megan Berg.
Based on the course Bottle Feeding in the Outpatient Setting by Mallory L. Millet, MS, SLP, IFS, CIMI-II, this handout is designed for parents and caregivers who are struggling with bottle feeding and looking for answers. The handout starts with the foundational knowledge that there are no regulations for bottle manufacturers.
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Approaches to Introducing Solids: Baby-Led Weaning, Purees, and BLISS Method

December 20, 2021 by Megan Berg.
This parent-friendly handout provides an overview of approaches to introducing solids. Methods included are baby-led weaning (BLW), purees/traditional baby food, and baby-led introduction to solids (BLISS). This is a useful tool for early intervention, outpatient clinics, or hospital settings.
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