Pediatric Feeding: Foundational Knowledge

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Video Runtime: 50 Minutes; Learning Assessment Time: 17 Minutes

This course will include technical terms and definitions of oral phase motor patterns and pharyngeal phase swallowing. After this course, you will have an appropriate understanding of what typical feeding and oral motor development looks like in children. This section includes pertinent information about red flags that can be observed in the case history review to help guide the plan of care in relation to structure-based, sensory-based, experienced-based, or a combination of different pediatric feeding difficulties.

Learning Objectives

Analyze client case history information to develop hypotheses regarding type of feeding difficulties the client is experiencing: sensory-based, structure-based, and/or experience-based
Apply terminology definitions to descriptions of functional feeding deficits to accurately describe in what capacity feeding is impaired: sensory, experience, or structural
Distinguish between infant and adult anatomy and various deficits that can be related to a feeding difficulty

Meet your instructor

Danielle Carey

Danielle Carey has been a practicing speech-language pathologist over the last 12 years. During the early years of her career, Danielle worked in rehabilitation centers and hospitals. Over the last nine years, she has worked within the private practice setting. Danielle has created and launched a myofunctional program. While…

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Chapters & learning objectives

1. Pediatric Feeding Terminology

This chapter will provide a comprehensive overview of key terminologies used in pediatric feeding. It will cover anatomy, dental, swallowing, airway, and tension terminologies to equip practitioners with a solid start to understanding the nuances of pediatric feeding.

2. Pediatric Feeding Norms (Infancy Through Mature Feeding)

This chapter will explore the anatomical differences between infants and adults, focusing on how these variations impact feeding. It will examine the reflexes related to feeding in infants, their development, and the potential implications of unintegrated reflexes on feeding behavior. Additionally, the chapter will discuss pediatric feeding norms, providing insights into typical feeding patterns and practices in early childhood.

3. Case History Review for Signs and Symptoms

This chapter will present detailed case histories to illustrate various pediatric concerns and their impact on feeding and speech development. It will cover infant tethered oral tissues (TOTs), signs and symptoms of feeding and speech difficulties, and airway concerns. Additionally, the chapter will address teeth development and provide essential reminders for conducting effective parent interviews to gather comprehensive case histories.

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