Mealtimes shouldn’t be this hard. Here’s how we can help.

Feeding Therapy for Infants, Children & Teens (0–16)

If you’re a parent feeling overwhelmed by feeding challenges — whether it’s bottle refusal, picky eating, or mealtime meltdowns — you’re not alone. Many families face these struggles, and support is available.

At EduCare, our team truly understands how stressful feeding issues can be. Our Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists work together to help children from birth to 16 years build safe, confident feeding skills. We don’t just treat symptoms, we listen, observe, and create a plan that fits your child and your family.

What kinds of feeding challenges do we help with?

For babies:

• Difficulty latching or bottle feeding
• Low intake or reflux-related stress
• Gagging with spoons or trouble starting solids
• Learning to drink from cups or straws

For toddlers and children:

• Fussy or selective eating
• Sensory-based food aversions
• Mealtime anxiety or rigid routines
• Limited diet variety

For older kids and teens:

• Expanding food choices
• Reducing avoidant or restrictive patterns
• Building social meal skills for school, camps, and outings
• Understanding hunger and fullness cues

For children with complex needs:

EduCare supports feeding plans for kids with ASD, ADHD, developmental delays, neurological or genetic conditions, prematurity, or medical complexity. We also work with medical teams for tube-feeding support.

What happens during an assessment?

• A detailed conversation about your child’s feeding history and your goals
• Observation of how your child eats, reacts to textures, and uses utensils
• Review of posture, seating, and feeding tools
• Screening for swallow safety and referrals if needed

What does therapy look like?

• Joint sessions with Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists
• Techniques like food chaining, sensory desensitisation, and caregiver coaching
• Collaboration with your child’s GP, paediatrician, dietitian, and school
• Flexible options including clinic visits or telehealth

Who can access this support?

What do you need to bring?

• Any recent medical or therapy reports
• Growth or nutrition notes if available
• Your child’s usual cup or utensils and 2 to 3 familiar foods

What will you leave with?

• Practical strategies you can use at home right away
• A clear, personalised plan for building feeding skills over time

Want to make mealtimes easier?