Fun With Food-Pediatric Feeding Support, Therapy Tree

Happy World Autism Day! Which is every day 💫. Im a very lucky gal to have had and have the opportunity to share my time and life with so many on the Autism spectrum. Love the acceptance messages in these images ❤️(credited in comments)

Families managing PFD, ARFID, and other feeding differences often face added stress when food, formula, or essentials become harder to find.

We’ve created a resources page for families facing disruption. This page is a growing collection of trusted programs including food banks and diaper programs, as well as support through our regional Feeding Matters community councils.

You’re not alone. We’re here to help.
Resources page available at the link in bio.

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Letting go of expectations can be one of the hardest, and most important, parts of a feeding journey.

It’s normal to hope meals will look a certain way or that progress will follow a straight line. But feeding is complex, and every child’s path is unique.

When we release the pressure of what “should” be and embrace where our child is, we create more room for connection, trust, and growth.

Progress isn’t always measured in bites.

my *attempt* to make 3 elements (ingredients) of my long term goals (FUNctional) come alive for one target phrase in speech therapy! Let’s learn together! *posted with parent permission* #speechtherapy #speechpathology #slp #apraxia #apraxiaofspeech #gestaltlanguageprocessing #singingslp

When people think about pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) or avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), they often picture mealtimes. But living with a feeding disorder impacts families in ways others don’t see.

We want to hear from you, how do feeding disorders impact your family in ways others may not expect?

how music promotes language in speech therapy what song are YOU singing to your child? Let’s continue to learn together 🎶 *posted with parent permission* #speechtherapy #speechtherapist #slp #slps #speechies #slpsofinstagram #slp2b #slp2be #slplife #musicinstagram #languagedevelopment #languagelearning #singingslp

Huge fan of all the singining in therapy! 🥰

back with part ✌🏾of using music in speech therapy to promote your child’s language! what song do you like using??? let’s learn together! *verbal and written parental consent* #speechtherapy #speechtherapist #slps #slp #slpsofinstagram #slpsfollowslps #speechies #slp2be #slp2b #downsydrome #downsyndromeawarenessmonth #downsydromeawareness #aac #aacdevice #languagedevelopment #languagedelay #musicintegration #singingslp

June is Dysphagia Awareness Month!

Dysphagia, difficulty swallowing, is a piece of the feeding skill domain of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD). Swallowing is a critical skill that relies on many other foundational feeding skills, which means early intervention matters. Recognizing and addressing feeding challenges early can make a world of difference for a child’s health, development, and confidence.