Debbie's Blog
Food Refusal - Is It Oral Motor or Sensory Related?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 10th Nov 2014
Having a child with feeding issues is one of the hardest problems to handle both for therapists and parents, and it's stressful for the child as well. Our lives often revolve around food! &nb
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5 Reasons Why Playing with Food Can Lead to Trying New Foods
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 31st Jan 2014
We've all heard the popular "Don't play with your food!" mantra. But contrary to popular belief, playing with food is actually a wonderful way for kids to learn about and discover new foods. Why?
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Not Chewing Soft Foods?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 14th Aug 2013
Question: My 2.5 year old daughter has down syndrome. She has had feeding issues since birth and we are trying to work with her on chewing. She will bite and chew crackers and other hard food
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Mouth Stuffing & Food Pocketing
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 21st Nov 2012
Question: How can I keep my son from stuffing his mouth with food, not properly chewing, then getting choked when he swallows? He is 5 years old and Autistic. Do you have any idea
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Tips for Toothbrushing with Oral Defensiveness
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 25th Oct 2012
Oral defensiveness falls into two main categories: HYPOsensitivity and HYPERsensitivity. Individuals with hyposensitivities have low oral tone and very little awareness of what's going on ins
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