At Aprendo Creciendo we offer pediatric feeding therapy, a specialized approach aimed at addressing difficulties and challenges related to eating and feeding in children. Feeding therapy is primarily designed to assist children who struggle with a wide range of feeding problems, including picky eating, food aversions, sensory processing issues, oral motor difficulties, and swallowing disorders. These challenges can be present in children of all ages, from infants who have trouble breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to older children who exhibit limited food variety and refuse certain textures or food groups.
The main goal of feeding therapy is to address the underlying factors that contribute to feeding difficulties and promote safe and successful feeding experiences. Our therapists work closely with the child and their family to develop individualized treatment plans that consider the child’s unique needs, preferences, and developmental stage.
Feeding therapy is a collaborative process involving the child, their family, and the healthcare professionals involved. It aims to empower both the child and their caregivers by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to navigate and overcome feeding challenges. The ultimate objective is to help children develop a healthy relationship with food, improve their nutritional intake, and ensure their overall growth and well-being.
At Aprendo Creciendo we offer pediatric feeding therapy, a specialized approach aimed at addressing difficulties and challenges related to eating and feeding in children. Feeding therapy is primarily designed to assist children who struggle with a wide range of feeding problems, including picky eating, food aversions, sensory processing issues, oral motor difficulties, and swallowing disorders. These challenges can be present in children of all ages, from infants who have trouble breastfeeding or bottle-feeding to older children who exhibit limited food variety and refuse certain textures or food groups.
The main goal of feeding therapy is to address the underlying factors that contribute to feeding difficulties and promote safe and successful feeding experiences. Our therapists work closely with the child and their family to develop individualized treatment plans that consider the child’s unique needs, preferences, and developmental stage.
Feeding therapy is a collaborative process involving the child, their family, and the healthcare professionals involved. It aims to empower both the child and their caregivers by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary to navigate and overcome feeding challenges. The ultimate objective is to help children develop a healthy relationship with food, improve their nutritional intake, and ensure their overall growth and well-being.
During feeding therapy sessions, our therapists employ a variety of techniques and strategies to help children improve their feeding skills. These may include:
Encouraging children to engage with and explore different foods using their senses, such as touching, smelling, and tasting, to increase their comfort level and acceptance of new foods
Utilizing specific exercises and activities to enhance oral motor skills, such as tongue movement, chewing, and swallowing, to improve coordination and strength in the oral muscles.
Introducing new foods gradually, starting with foods that are similar to the child's preferred choices and gradually increasing the variety and complexity over time.
Employing strategies to desensitize children to aversive textures, tastes, or smells by gradually exposing them to these stimuli in a controlled and supportive environment.
Providing parents with guidance and education on feeding techniques, creating positive mealtime environments, and implementing strategies at home to support their child's progress.
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