No matter what challenges they face, your baby can self-feed, too! One in four children has feeding challenges and difficulty eating. If your child is one of them, mealtimes may be a struggle. Whether the reason is neurodiversity (such as Down syndrome), feeding aversion, or a medical condition, feeding therapist Jill Rabin and baby-led weaning pioneer Gill Rapley are here to help with a groundbreaking new approach for parents, caregivers, and health professionals alike: adapted baby-led weaning (ABLW). Find out how to:
- Respond to your baby's signals and appetite-and trust their abilities. - Improve your baby's chewing, posture, sensory development, and fine motor skills. - Use "bridge devices," like silicone feeders, to encourage independent eating. - Support your baby to eat real, healthy food and enjoy mealtimes with the rest of the family.
