What is the difference between feeding and swallowing?
A9. Feeding often refers to younger children who are experiencing aversion to foods (picky eaters), which may be due to sensory integration issues or oral motor issues. Swallowing tends to be across all ages and refers to the actual eating process from the lips to the stomach, which has many safety and nutritional implications. As Speech Language Pathologists we treat both feeding and swallowing problems. They often occur independently but can coexist.
