Sweet Pea Therapy - Ottawa Occupational Therapist Specializing in Feeding.Sweet Pea Therapy - Ottawa Occupational Therapist Specializing in Feeding.
Sweet Pea Therapy – Ottawa Occupational Therapist Specializing in Feeding.
Lactation Consultant – Breastfeeding – Reflux

Carrie Owen - Occupational Therapist Reg. (ON)
info@sweetpeatherapy.com
613-277-3155

 
 
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Helping families with feeding issues

How to serve your young child hotdogs as we head into BBQ season

Hot dogs are one of the most common foods that kids choke on. Coach Mel gives you surprising tips on how to cut hot dogs so even the youngest kids can eat them safely.

Credit – My Munch Bug ; Melanie Potock

Sweet Pea Therapy
Apr222017
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Is too much milk something to worry about ?

One to four year olds really only need two cups a day of milk. If your child fills up on milk then they will not have an appetite for food from the other food groups. Without hunger they will not be motivated to eat new foods. The best approach is food first then milk. You…

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Mar112017
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Nutrition & Growth International Conference

I presented on the research I conducted on parent satisfaction with feeding programs I designed to assist children with feeding challenges. The results indicate that parents were very satisfied with the feeding services and  the children acquired improved  feeding skill levels.

The conference was international with professionals in health care from all over the world.
Sweet Pea Therapy
Feb252017
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Cooking Time

When your child is reluctant to try new foods bring them into the kitchen with a little creativity. Dress up is usually a favourite activity then pair it with cooking. It is important not to encourage eating the end result. A child will often take a few tastes as they are relaxed and having fun.…

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Feb172017
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Tasty Food

Many toddlers enjoy spicy foods. We call them alerting or wake up foods. These flavours stimulate the taste buds which helps the child become more aware of the food. Don’t hesitate to offer the food you eat to your child. Tacos can be a great treat !

Sweet Pea Therapy
Feb152017
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A baby’s first reaction to a new food is simply the recognition that it is different

A baby’s first reaction to a new food is simply the recognition that it is different. The texture and taste might be a new experience. After 15 to 30 times tasting the new food will make it feel safe and predictable. Don’t give up!

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