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WHAT SYMPTOMS MIGHT INDICATE FEEDING DIFFICULTIES?
Lip blisters
Poor weight gain
Causing nipple pain or damage
Refusing breast/bottle
Milk dribbling from corners of mouth
Clicking/squeaking noises while feeding
Difficulty accepting solids at 6-7 months
Difficulty progressing to soft solids by 8-9 months
Coughing/choking during feeding
Gagging or vomiting
Difficulty drinking from an open cup or straw by 12-18 months
Limited variety of foods
Difficulty chewing food
Frequent offerstuffing of mouth
Frequent spitting of foods
Extended mealtimes (> 30 minutes)
WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR FEEDING DISORDERS IN CHILDREN?
Prematurity
Low muscle tone
Severe reflux
Laryngomalacia and tracheomalacia
Head shape differences
Torticollis/head turn preference
Structural differences (such as recessed jaw, tongue/lip/cheek ties)
Developmental delays
Food allergies and/or sensitivities
Constipation
Cardiorespiratory condition
WHICH AREAS DO YOU SERVE?
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Greater Seattle area: Available for all services via in-home, clinic, and virtual appointments.
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Washington state (Outside of Seattle area): Available for feeding therapy and caregiver consultation services via virtual appointments.
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Worldwide: Available for caregiver consultation services via virtual appointments.
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WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU ACCEPT?
Currently, we are an out-of-network provider. Occupational therapy services are often covered by out-of-network benefits. We recommend contacting your insurance company to learn about reimbursement benefits. If requested, I will provide an itemized “superbill” that will provide all the necessary information you need for reimbursement, including diagnostic and treatment codes. Payment is collected on the day of service. We accept cash, check, or credit card including HSA and FSA cards.
WHAT IS YOUR CANCELLATION POLICY?
If you are unable to attend the session, please email or call to cancel and/or reschedule at least 48 hours in advance, or you will be charged for the full session rate.