7 tips for SLPs to improve support for children with PFD and their families
Published by Stephanie Cohen, M.A., CCC-SLP, CLC on May 15, 2024
The perspective on feeding therapy from a speech-language pathologist When a child struggles with eating or eats differently than parents expect, it impacts the entire family. That’s because eating isRead full post…
Navigating postpartum depression and pediatric feeding disorder
Published by Jena Fisher, PhD on
As a mom of two, I experienced firsthand the profound impact of pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) on a family. When I learned about pediatric feeding disorder and Feeding Matters, myRead full post…
Self-care tips: Advice from a psychologist specifically for parents of children with PFD
Published by Rose Phillips, MA, LMFT on
Therapy sessions, physician visits and feedings that suck up every minute of your day leave parents of children with pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) little time for self-care. While a walk,Read full post…
Lessons from a career in occupational therapy feeding education and research
Published by Paula Rabaey, PhD, MPH, OTR/L on Apr 22, 2024
Paula Rabaey, PhD, MPH, OTR/L, has seen firsthand how research can improve patients’ lives worldwide over her 30 years in occupational therapy (OT). Dr. Rabaey, an associate professor at theRead full post…
Learning to Breathe
Published by Athena Flicek on Apr 10, 2024
I could feel my blood pressure rising. You might wonder if I was about to run a race or perform a medical miracle. All I was doing was sitting atRead full post…
PFD Story- Baking with the Besties
Published by Christina Van Ditto on Mar 28, 2024
As parents of children with medical complexities and special needs, we parent as clinicians. We are responsible for care and carryover that often resembles a therapeutic and medical model. WhenRead full post…
Nutrition education in schools: A teacher’s reflections
Published by Gabi Lake on Mar 21, 2024
Recently, I heard first-hand from a PFD Parent about how challenging it is to navigate feeding differences within the school system. She shared that her child came home saying thatRead full post…
Budget-friendly bites: Navigating picky eating challenges in less time
Published by Courtney Bliss on Mar 19, 2024
When parenting a picky eater, we have to discard much of what we learn about food as adults. Diet recommendations to eat a lot of protein, avoid carbs and stayRead full post…
Living our Values: Collaborative, Innovative, Inclusive
Published by Jaclyn Pederson, MHI on Feb 29, 2024
As I sit down to pen my thoughts to share with you this month, the importance of trust within our community is top of mind. Your trust in us isRead full post…
Insider insights: Preparing for your child’s G-tube journey
Published by Feeding Matters on Feb 26, 2024
What to expect before and after your child’s G-tube insertion So, you’ve finally decided to get a G-tube for your child. Arriving at this point in your child’s feeding journeyRead full post…
Building a care team for PFD
Published by Erin Ross, PhD, CCC-SLP, CLC on
In Washington state, every child supported by early intervention (EI) for pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) is treated by a team that includes a nurse, dietitian and a speech and languageRead full post…
Feeding Matters Approved for a $240,000 Engagement Award to Launch the Family-Centered Pediatric Feeding Disorder Research Consortium
Published by Feeding Matters on
This project will focus on recruiting patient and family consortium members and leaders, training them on research fundamentals and the state of PFD research, establishing consortium governance, and then buildingRead full post…
Getting the most out of feeding therapy for PFD: A step-by-step guide to finding the right pediatric feeding therapist
Published by Nicole Williams, OTD-OTR-L, at Desert Valley Pediatric Therapy in Arizona on Feb 15, 2024
When your child needs feeding therapy for pediatric feeding disorder (PFD), navigating the system to access treatment can be challenging. If your pediatrician recommends feeding therapy, the following are someRead full post…
A story of triumph over pediatric feeding disorder
Published by Feeding Matters on
The way pediatric feeding disorder (PFD) manifests in each child is as varied as the children themselves. But so many stories of parenting children with PFD are the same. AnRead full post…
MY PFD JOURNEY: JAX
Published by Amber Mieras, Family Advisory Council Chair on Feb 14, 2024
Meet Amber and Jax Mieras. Amber is the Pillar Chair for Family Support and is also the devoted mother to nine-year-old Jax, who has Down syndrome. We invite you toRead full post…
Unlocking Hope: Join the Feeding Matters Family-Centered PFD Research Consortium
Published by Brandt Perry on Feb 12, 2024
Are you a parent or caregiver navigating the complexities of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD)? If so, you’re not alone. As a parent of two children facing these challenges, I intimatelyRead full post…