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Advice and guidance on infant feeding and swallowing difficulties, written by a highly specialist Speech and Language Therapist.
Gagging vs Choking During Weaning: What's Normal and What's Not
Gagging and choking look alarming but they're very different things. A highly specialist SLT explains what's normal during weaning and when to be concerned.
Read article →Dementia and Swallowing: Supporting Safe Eating at Home
Swallowing difficulties are common in dementia and can be distressing for families. A highly specialist SLT explains what to expect and how to support safe mealtimes.
Read article →Post-COVID Swallowing Problems: What You Need to Know
Swallowing difficulties can persist after COVID-19, even in people who were not hospitalised. A highly specialist SLT explains the signs and what can help.
Read article →Parkinson's Disease and Swallowing Difficulties
Swallowing difficulties are common in Parkinson's disease and often go unnoticed. A highly specialist SLT explains the signs, risks and how therapy can help.
Read article →Fussy Eating or Feeding Disorder? Understanding the Difference
Fussy eating is common in children - but some food refusal goes beyond typical phases. A highly specialist SLT explains when to be concerned and when to seek help.
Read article →Stroke and Swallowing: What to Expect and How Therapy Helps
Swallowing difficulties are common after stroke. A highly specialist SLT explains why dysphagia happens after stroke and how speech and language therapy can help.
Read article →What is ARFID? Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder Explained
ARFID is more than fussy eating. A highly specialist SLT explains what ARFID is, how it differs from typical food refusal, and what support is available.
Read article →Reflux or Feeding Difficulty? How to Tell the Difference
Reflux and feeding difficulties can look very similar in babies. A highly specialist SLT explains the differences and when to seek specialist support.
Read article →Is My Baby Ready for Weaning? It's About Signs, Not Months
Official guidance says 'around 6 months' - but readiness for solids is about what your baby can do, not the date on the calendar. A specialist SLT explains what to look for.
Read article →Breastfeeding Difficulties: When to Ask for Help
Breastfeeding is natural, but it isn't always easy. A highly specialist SLT explains the common difficulties and when to seek specialist support.
Read article →Dysphagia and Ageing: Why Swallowing Changes as We Get Older
Swallowing function changes naturally with age - but those changes can become a serious health risk. A specialist SLT explains what to look for and what can be done.
Read article →Paediatric Dysphagia: When Older Children Have Swallowing Difficulties
Swallowing difficulties don't only affect babies. Paediatric dysphagia can develop at any age and is often missed. A specialist SLT explains the signs and what can be done.
Read article →Feeding Premature Babies: What NICU Families Should Know
Feeding a premature baby is one of the biggest challenges NICU families face. A highly specialist NICU SLT explains what to expect and when to seek help after discharge.
Read article →Swallowing Difficulties in Babies: What Parents Need to Know
Feeding difficulties and swallowing difficulties aren't the same thing. A highly specialist SLT explains the signs of swallowing problems in babies and when to seek help.
Read article →What Does a Speech and Language Therapist Actually Do?
Most people think SLTs just help with speech sounds. In reality, the role is much broader - including feeding, swallowing, and communication across the lifespan.
Read article →What is Dysphagia? Signs, Causes and When to Get Help
Dysphagia is the medical term for difficulty swallowing. Here's what it means, what causes it, and when to seek a specialist assessment.
Read article →What is Oral Aversion in Babies?
Oral aversion is a feeding difficulty that's often misunderstood or missed. A highly specialist SLT explains what it is, what causes it, and how it's treated.
Read article →Starting Solids: When to Seek Help with Weaning
Starting solids is an exciting milestone - but for some babies and families it doesn't go smoothly. Here's when weaning difficulties warrant a specialist assessment.
Read article →Bottle Refusal: Why it Happens and What to Do
Bottle refusal is one of the most stressful feeding challenges parents face. A highly specialist SLT explains the common causes and practical steps that can help.
Read article →What to Expect from an Adult Dysphagia Assessment
If you or a loved one has been referred for a swallowing assessment, here's exactly what happens and what to expect from the process.
Read article →What to Expect from a Paediatric Feeding Assessment
If your child has been referred for a feeding assessment, here's exactly what happens and what to expect from the process.
Read article →Signs Your Baby May Have a Feeding Difficulty
Feeding your baby should feel manageable - but some signs suggest something more is going on. A highly specialist SLT explains what to look out for.
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