Feeding Therapy

Feeding therapy helps children who have difficulty eating, drinking, or participating comfortably in mealtimes. Depending on a child's needs, therapy may be provided by an occupational therapist or speech-language pathologist to address chewing, swallowing, sensory processing, self-feeding, and food acceptance.

Feeding therapy may be helpful if your child:

• Eats a very limited variety of foods

• Gags, coughs, or chokes while eating

• Has difficulty chewing or managing textures

• Struggles to transition to age-appropriate foods

• Has medical or developmental conditions affecting feeding

• Experiences stressful mealtimes

A feeding evaluation can help determine the most appropriate support.