Responsive Feeding Therapy

How the use of responsive feeding therapy can help support your child's physical development
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Understanding Responsive Feeding Therapy

What is responsive feeding therapy?
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At South West Kids Clinic, we are proud to follow responsive feeding practises in therapy to support children in developing healthy eating habits. Our team is dedicated to helping children thrive through personalised, evidence-based feeding interventions.

Responsive feeding is an approach to feeding infants and children that emphasises sensitivity, attunement, and respect for their cues and signals. It involves recognising and responding to a child’s hunger and fullness cues, offering a variety of nutritious foods, creating a positive mealtime environment, and reducing stress for the entire family. Responsive feeding aims to promote healthy eating habits, prevent feeding difficulties, and foster positive parent-child interactions around food.

What Conditions Does Responsive Feeding Therapy Support

Is responsive feeding therapy the proper treatment for your child
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Responsive feeding therapy is beneficial for a wide range of children who may be experiencing feeding difficulties or challenges. Symptoms your child may have feeding difficulties may include:

Benefits of Responsive Feeding Therapy

Understanding the advantages of responsive feeding therapy
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Responsive feeding therapy offers numerous benefits for children and families, including:

Frequently asked questions
Is responsive feeding therapy suitable for infants and toddlers?

Yes, responsive feeding therapy is appropriate for infants and toddlers who experience feeding difficulties, such as difficulty latching, sucking, or transitioning to solid foods. Reducing pressure and negative emotions around mealtimes is a decisive step in developing appropriate mealtime skills used for life.

Responsive feeding therapy can address various feeding difficulties, including oral motor difficulties, sensory aversions, food selectivity, picky eating, difficulty transitioning to solid foods, and mealtime behaviour challenges.

To schedule an appointment for responsive feeding therapy at South West Kids Clinic, please contact our clinic directly. Our friendly staff will assist you in scheduling an initial evaluation and consultation with one of our experienced therapists to discuss your child’s feeding concerns and develop a personalised treatment plan.

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Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to start therapy?

The best time to start therapy is when you notice any developmental delays or concerns in your child. Early intervention is crucial as it can significantly improve the effectiveness of the treatment, helping your child achieve the best possible outcomes.

The frequency of therapy sessions typically depends on your child’s specific needs and goals during the initial assessment. Most children benefit from weekly sessions, but we may suggest more or fewer visits based on your child’s progress.

Put simply, the greater your involvement is in therapy, the quicker your child will gain results. For this reason, we only work with families actively involved in their child’s therapy. This includes collaborating to establish goals, participating in therapy sessions, completing practice between sessions and providing feedback to your therapist about progress between sessions.

Our team conducts comprehensive assessments to understand each child’s strengths and challenges. Based on these assessments, we develop individualised therapy plans that are continually adapted to reflect progress and changing needs.

You can contact our clinic directly or via email to discuss your child’s needs. Our reception team will ask quick questions about your child to determine the next steps required.

Therapy sessions are primarily completed in our clinic; however, we occasionally recommend contacting the school or child care to observe your child and consult with the teachers regarding valuable strategies to promote success in the classroom or playground. Occasionally, ongoing sessions are suggested; however, this is based on clinical need rather than convenience.

Areas We Service
LiverpoolNSW
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South West Kids Clinic offers personalised support and guidance to children with movement-based conditions in Liverpool. Our experienced and caring team is committed to positively impacting your child’s life.

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Mon - Fri:8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat & Sun:Closed
BankstownNSW
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South West Kids Clinic delivers customised therapy and treatments to children with movement-based conditions. Our services are readily available and personalised to meet the needs of families in the Bankstown area, ensuring that every child receives the care they require.

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Mon - Fri:8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat & Sun:Closed
CampbelltownNSW
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At South West Kids Clinic, we provide personalised therapy and treatments to children who have conditions affecting their movement. Our services are designed to cater to the specific needs of families in the Campbelltown area, guaranteeing that each child gets the attention and care they need.

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Mon - Fri:8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat & Sun:Closed
FairfieldNSW
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At South West Kids Clinic, our approach is to offer customised therapy and treatments for children with movement disorders. We ensure our services are accessible and tailored specifically for families living in the Fairfield area, ensuring every child receives the necessary care.

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Mon - Fri:8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat & Sun:Closed
PrestonsNSW
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At South West Kids Clinic, we deliver individualised therapy and treatments for children with movement challenges. Our services are adapted to fit the unique requirements of families in the Preston area, ensuring all children receive the dedicated care they need.

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Mon - Fri:8:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat & Sun:Closed
WollondillyNSW
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South West Kids Clinic offers personalised support and guidance to children with movement-based conditions at our clinic in Picton. Our experienced and caring team is committed to positively impacting your child’s life.

Opening Hours
Wed - Fri:8:30AM to 5:00PM
Sat - Tue:Closed
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