Feeding and Growth Issues in Children
Articles and resources on feeding children who have difficulty eating
"I hold my breath every time he gets on the doctor's scale. It seems to be the ultimate test of my worthiness as a parent." Laura Williams
Meal Time Hints For Children
With Food Aversion
Suggestions for feeding children with tactile sensitivity or other issues
that effect eating. (Rachel Browne)
Tips for Feeding Children Who
Are Picky Eaters
A parenting expert provides easy tips for feeding picky eaters - basic
mealtime rules, healthy snacks, small food portions and a relaxed approach.
(Elizabeth Pantley)
Hints On Feeding A Child With
Dysphagia (Difficulty Swallowing)
Diet and feeding hints for children with dysphagia from the mother of
preemie twins. (Barb Wagner)
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Symptoms and management of reflux in premature babies. (Dianne Maroney)
See also:
Oral
Defensiveness Activities
Sensory integration issues can play a big role in feeding issues of young
children. Here are some oral sensory integration activities for the home.
(Virginia Brick and Jacque Shatako)
Food Reactions
Food allergies, food sensitivity and food intolerance in children. (Dr.
Michel Cohen)
Airline Travel with an On-Board
Pump or Implanted Ports
Travel tips for for bringing a pump or implanted port through airport
security and on to an airplane. (Olney Foundation)