Feeding and swallowing go far beyond eating – they involve hidden physical, sensory, developmental, and emotional factors. This presentation will dive beneath the surface using the iceberg analogy to uncover the seven areas of human functioning essentials for eating success.
Learn how a multidisciplinary approach across fields like speech therapy, psychology, and nutrition improves outcomes, with practical ways to apply collaborative care. Gain valuable insights into key oral motor and sensory skills, including how tongue oral motor and sensory processing play vital roles in safe chewing, swallowing, and food exploration. Through hands-on activities and engaging videos, you’ll develop practical strategies to address feeding challenges and foster meaningful progress.