by Rebecca | Jan 12, 2026 | Blog
ARFID vs PFD vs “Picky Eating”: What’s the Difference? When a child struggles with eating, it can be hard to know whether what you’re seeing is a normal developmental phase or something that needs additional support. Families often hear terms like picky eating,...
by Rebecca | Dec 1, 2025 | Blog
Navigating the Holiday Season with Eating Challenges The holiday season is often joyful, festive, and full of celebration, but for families navigating eating challenges, this time of year can bring an entirely different kind of pressure. With a change in routine,...
by Rebecca | Jul 7, 2025 | Blog
Supporting Regulation at Mealtimes For many children with feeding challenges, mealtimes can feel overwhelming. It’s not just about the food, it’s about how safe and regulated their nervous system feels in the moment. When a child is dysregulated (anxious,...
by Rebecca | Feb 18, 2025 | Blog
Understanding ARFID: Signs, Symptoms, and Presentation Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) is not driven by body image concerns like some other disordered eating. Instead, it is characterised by a pattern of food avoidance or restriction leading to...
by Rebecca | Dec 1, 2024 | Blog
Navigating the Holidays with Feeding Challenges: A Guide for Families The holiday season brings joy, togetherness – and often stress for families navigating feeding challenges. Large gatherings, unfamiliar foods, and heightened expectations can create challenges...
by Rebecca | Oct 29, 2024 | Blog
Feeding challenges can be tricky for parents and children, often bringing concern and frustration to the table. Sensory processing could play a big part in feeding challenges. From the texture and temperature of food to its smell and taste, sensory processing can...
by Rebecca | Jul 7, 2024 | Blog
Routines play an important part in our lives, providing structure, stability, and a sense of control. Let’s explore why routines are so important and how they can positively impact various aspects of our lives. A regular feeding schedule ensures that children...
by Rebecca | Jun 24, 2024 | Blog
Paediatric feeding difficulties are issues that not only disrupt family life and routines but also precipitate numerous health complications for children. The impact can extend far beyond the immediate family, causing significant financial and psychological stress to...
by Rebecca | Apr 30, 2024 | Blog
Welcome to a space of understanding and support for parents navigating the complexities of paediatric feeding disorders. As occupational therapists, speech language therapists and feeding therapists specializing in paediatric care, we’ve witnessed firsthand the...
by Rebecca | Feb 17, 2024 | Blog
When is Feeding Therapy Necessary? Mealtimes can be a source of joy and connection for families, but they can also be filled with stress and worry, especially when a child’s eating habits deviate from what’s considered ‘typical’. In such cases,...
