Picky Eating
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Research has found that between 25% and 45% of typically developing children struggle with feeding at some point during childhood, but how do you know if your child’s feeding difficulties are a phase they will out grow or something for… Read more
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A feeding assessment generally takes place at a regular meal or snack time in your home or in your child’s nursery or school setting. It is important that your child’s Speech, Language (and Feeding) Therapist (SLT) see a typical mealtime,… Read more
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What is a Food Jag? A food jag is when a person eats the same food, prepared the same way, every day. As adults, many of us engage in food jags with our breakfast meal – we eat the same… Read more
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As a part of supporting children to develop a positive relationship with food and mealtimes, we regularly talk about creating opportunities for children to be actively involved in mealtimes. However, sometimes it can be challenging to involve children in the… Read more
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As children, my brother and I always baked Christmas cookies, and on Christmas Eve we would chose our favourites to leave out on a plate for Santa (next to some carrots for his reindeer of course!). Although there were several… Read more
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Between 25% and 45% of typically developing children struggle with feeding at some point during childhood. For children who find mealtimes challenging, there are universal strategies that can support positive mealtime skills. Try these top tips if you have a… Read more
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As the nights draw in and the trees lose their leaves, the distinct feeling of autumn is here. In my household, the excitement starts to build as the 31st of October approaches… what will the Halloween costume be this year,… Read more
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After over twenty-five years in the field of speech, language and feeding therapy, a lot has changed! My hair style and clothing, not to mention my taste in music; but what hasn’t changed is the importance of parents in their… Read more
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For children with speech, language, and/or feeding needs, a new school year can bring unique opportunities and challenges. There are some things you can do to help your child feel confident, prepared and supported as they return to school. Supporting… Read more
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