From tips for tube feeding at school to ways to avoid common mistakes, find expert advice to make tube feeding work for you.
If you’ve been tube feeding for a while, you probably have a routine down with formula. It feels familiar, consistent, and doesn’t take a lot of thought. Now you’re thinking about trying some blended meals, or maybe you’ve already started and are hitting some bumps along the way. The syringe won’t budge. The pump keeps…
If you’re new to blenderized diets, figuring out how to store blended meals can feel like a big question mark. Here’s some good news: You’ve likely kept leftovers in the fridge or stored food in the freezer before. It’s really not any harder than that! So if you’ve been told it’s not safe because of…
The holiday season is a perfect time to bring some seasonal warmth to tube feeding! Whether you’re looking to add variety or include your loved one in the season’s meals, these four holiday-inspired blends make mealtime feel special for everyone. From cozy flavors to wholesome ingredients, these recipes are nutritious and easy to prepare. Pumpkin…
Sending your child to school can be overwhelming and a bit scary, especially when you or only a few others handle all their care. However, with careful planning, you can feel much more confident about this transition. Whether you plan to use home blends, formula, or a combination of both, this post shares valuable tips…
Taking the step to try real food for tube feeding can be scary. You don’t have the time or energy for it not to go well, and sometimes the fear of rocking the boat can stop you from trying altogether. But when you read about the amazing benefits and hear success stories from so many…
The holiday season is fast approaching, and you know what that means: big family gatherings and reconnecting with relatives and friends. For many, it’s a time to celebrate around a festive meal. But if you have a child with a feeding tube, these family get-togethers often add more stress and remind you of the medical…
Parenting is filled with challenges, and even more so when your child has medical needs. Choosing a gastrostomy tube is one of those challenging decisions, often filled with many “what-ifs”. And once that decision is made, the journey typically gets a bit more challenging. Entering the world of tube feeding is often very overwhelming, there’s…
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