“When should I stop bottle feeding and transition to a cup?” This is a very common question new parents have. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends weaning from a bottle before 18 months. Prolonged use of a bottle can cause...
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Trying new foods can be very intimidating for our little ones. Here are fun steps that you can do with your child when introducing a new food. We highly recommend adults follow these steps along side your child, to encourage them to do it with...
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With all the changes that have gone on in society over the last couple months, the changes to daily living may (and have) become overwhelming. Recently, many of our clients have switched to telehealth services to continue to remain safe and...
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Your toddler is growing and asserting independence when he/she can. Choosing what and how much to eat is one of the first things they truly have control over! Due to limited communicative methods at this age, throwing their food on the floor may...
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Hi! My name is Megan and I am the Lead BCBA for the ABA program here at TEAM 4 Kids. Let me tell you a little bit about myself. I began working with children with developmental delays including autism and sensory processing disorder in 2013. I ...
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Make trying new foods at home more exciting and less stressful with this simple yet motivating app! This free app was developed by a Pediatric Nutritionist with years of experience helping children and families improve eating habits. To lighten...
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As a feeding therapist I am often asked the same question by friends, family, and clients: “How do I get my child to eat new foods?” Although our approach in feeding therapy is individualized per client, the following advice can be used as a...
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Eating around the Plate: Use a sectioned plate with 3 or 4 sections. Place 3 preferred foods on the plate and one new food on the plate. Have the child “eat around the plate” by taking one bite of each food at a time. You can put the food in...
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