Debbie's Blog
Transitioning from Bottle to Cup/Straw Drinking
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 8th Nov 2012
Question: I am an OT and a new mom to my 6-month-old daughter. We have just started introducing solid foods, but she drinks from only a bottle. I was wondering if you had any tips for transit
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Finger Feeding Tips for Toddlers
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 30th Oct 2012
Finger feeding is a very important step towards 1. feeding independence and 2. setting the stage for healthy eating habits. Finger feeding typically starts at about 8-10 months, but
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Consecutive Bites of Food
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 26th Sep 2012
Question: I am working with a 2-year-old with CP. I cannot get him to take consecutive bites of food. He takes one bite and lets it sit in his mouth until it dissolves, then swall
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Mealtime Sensory Strategies
27th Apr 2012
Before mealtime:
• Play with sensory-stimulating toys, such as koosh balls, peanut balls, bubbles, play-doh, massagers, any toys/books with interesting textures, etc.
• Give the chi
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10 Tips for Pleasing Picky Eaters
25th Apr 2012
OFFER A VARIETY
Kids are naturally curious, so try offering them a variety of different foods to explore. Put a different bite-sized snack in each compartment of an ice-cube tray
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