Picky eating explained: Occupational therapy’s role in supporting picky eating (January 9, 2024)

Presented by: Dr. Andrea Sherman, OTD, OTR/L, SWC and Dr. Judy Hopkins, OTD, OTR/L, SWC, CLC

Pediatric feeding difficulties are estimated to impact 25-35% of typically developing children and up to 80% of children with developmental disabilities (Milano, 2019). Caregivers of children with pediatric feeding difficulties often have high stress levels and have challenges balancing personal needs while worrying about their child’s health (Simone et al., 2020).

This webinar will provide participants with an overview of pediatric feeding disorders with an emphasis on picky eating. Participants will learn risk factors for feeding disorders and the impact on families by exploring the ways in which parenting style, culture, environment, and client factors may shape the mealtime experience Participants will identify intervention activities and strategies that support the complex aspects of feeding.

After taking part in this webinar, participants will be able to: 

1. Define and identify risk factors that contribute to pediatric feeding disorders.
2. Recognize the interaction between pediatric feeding disorders and a family's well-being.
3. Learn practical strategies to support children and families affected by pediatric feeding disorders.

Level 
Beginner (0-2 years of experience in this specific practice area)