Feeding your baby should be a moment filled with comfort and bonding, sometimes things don’t go so smoothly and can be downright stressful! If you are concerned about your child’s feeding skills, don’t wait to get the help and support you need! Contact us TODAY!
Seek Early Intervention if
By 6 months your child is not:
- Eager to begin feeding when bottle or food is in sight
- Bringing hands to mouth
- Coordinating suck and swallow during feedings
- Gaining appropriate weight
- Opening mouth to accept strained/pureed foods
By 8 months your child is not:
- Mouthing toys or food items
- Holding own bottle
- Eating soft table foods
- Drooling less than before
By 12 months your child is not:
- Eating finger foods and purees
- Beginning to chew foods
- Beginning to self feed finger goods
- Holding spoon
By 18 months old your child is not:
- Eating table foods
- Drinking from cup
- Scooping foods with spoon and bringing to mouth
By 24 months old your child is not:
- Understanding food vs. non-food items
- Gives dishes to parent when all done
- Exploring foods with hands
- Eating diet of the family
- Able to wash hands
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