Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
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Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
Episode 7: Navigating Complex Feeding Challenges: From Picky Eating to Tube Feeding, with Karen Dilfer, MS, OTR/L, and Savannah Sunvold, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC
Tuning In to Development
38 minutes
3 months ago
Episode 7: Navigating Complex Feeding Challenges: From Picky Eating to Tube Feeding, with Karen Dilfer, MS, OTR/L, and Savannah Sunvold, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC
In this episode of 'Tuning into Development,' host Kassie Allison delves deep into a variety of feeding issues with guest experts Karen Dilfer, an occupational therapist, and Savannah Sunvold, a speech-language pathologist. Both guests provide insights on feeding therapy assessment and intervention practices. Karen shares her experience as a 'Get Permission' clinician, emphasizing a child-led, parent-supported approach. Savannah discusses medically complex eaters, and issues like aspiration, swallow studies, and feeding tubes. The episode concludes with resources and support recommendations for families dealing with feeding issues.
Tuning In to Development
Profectum’s Kassie Allison takes listeners on a journey to explore the transformative world of development through the lens of the DIR® model. Together, we will unpack key insights, share practical strategies, and dive into the latest research, all while keeping the focus on fostering connection, growth, and potential for individuals and families. Profectum Foundation is the premiere DIR® model training and education organization.
