Feeding Disorder
Feeding disorders occur when the child has problems getting food or liquids into their mouth and/or chewing. It may or may not include problems with swallowing. This leads to problems including weight loss, nutritional deficiency, need for nutritional supplements, or problems with daily functioning. Feeding disorders are characterized by extreme food selectivity (beyond pickiness) by type, (exclude more than one food group from the child’s diet); by texture (only eat smooth or crunchy foods); or by brand, shape or color.
Some children develop feeding problems due to a medical condition such as reflux or a severe illness. Some have poor oral motor skills and have difficulty chewing and swallowing and this restricts their diet.
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Support Your Child's Feeding Growth
Oishi Care’s, Comprehensive Feeding and Swallowing Program provides evaluation and intensive feeding track to support children with feeding challenges. We understand that a child’s feeding disorder affects the entire family, so we work closely with caregivers to develop a to fit their needs.