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You might hear feeding therapists use the word regulation. It can sound a little clinical, but really, regulation is about something very human: How calm, comfortable and ready does our body and brain feel? Think about the last time you felt really nervous. Maybe you had butterflies in your stomach. Your heart was beating faster. Your thoughts were racing. Perhaps eating was the last thing you felt like doing. Children can experience this too. For some children, simply coming

When people hear feeding therapy, it is easy to picture a child sitting at a table practising eating new foods: “Smell it. Touch it. Lick it…” And yes, exploring food can absolutely be part of feeding therapy. But for many children and families, interacting with food is really just the tip of the iceberg. Contents: Foundations of Feeding Therapy So, What Might Be Sitting Underneath the Iceberg? Sometimes the Food Isn't the First Thing We Work On Looking at the Whole Child Fee

Feeding concerns in children rarely sit neatly in one discipline. Many families move through speech pathology, occupational therapy, medical reviews and community supports long before dietetic input is considered. Speech pathologists and occupational therapists play a vital and highly skilled role in feeding therapy. Their work in swallowing safety, oral motor development, sensory processing, mealtime participation, and building feeding skills is essential. Dietitians bring a

Having a feeding tube placed can feel like a big step. For some families it brings relief, for others it feels overwhelming, uncertain or emotional, sometimes all of the above at once. So it's understandable that a new feeding tube is often a time when families look for clarity: what do we need to know, what do we need to prepare, and what happens next? Those questions often start before the admission has even happened. We support people and families both before and after tub

You’re not alone. Many families and clinicians face the challenge of when essential nutrition supports are declined, and while it can feel overwhelming, there are practical ways to move forward with confidence. At The RealEat, we’ve supported countless families through these moments, and we’ve pulled together insights and strategies that can help you understand your options, respond effectively, and advocate for the support you, your loved one o

You’re not alone. Many families and clinicians face the challenge of when essential nutrition supports are declined, and while it can feel overwhelming, there are practical ways to move forward with confidence. At The RealEat, we’ve supported countless families through these moments, and we’ve pulled together insights and strategies that can help you understand your options, respond effectively, and advocate for the support you, your loved one o

Blended Tube Feeding, often called BTF, is the practice of blending whole foods and providing them through a feeding tube. For many families, BTF is not just about food. It is about comfort, inclusion and bringing a sense of normal mealtimes back into daily life. Blended tube feeding offers families the option to include familiar, home prepared foods and when introduced thoughtfully and safely, it can feel more personal, flexible, and aligned with a whole food approach. Conte