Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Team

A Pediatric Feeding and Swallowing Team is a group of healthcare professionals who work together to help children who have trouble eating or swallowing. This team may include doctors, speech and language therapists, dietitians, and other specialists, all collaborating to assess the child's specific challenges. They develop personalized treatment plans to improve skills like chewing, swallowing, and safe feeding, ensuring children get proper nutrition and comfort during eating. Their goal is to support the child's development and quality of life by addressing feeding and swallowing difficulties in a coordinated, compassionate manner.