Debbie's Blog
Oral Motor Staples for Babies Who Have Down Syndrome
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 10th May 2017
Question: Hello! About 1 week ago my husband and I got a confirmed diagnosis of Down syndrome for our upcoming baby girl. I want to help my little flower as much as possible and s
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Can't Eat by Mouth, but Still Want/Need to Chew?
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 21st Apr 2017
Question: I’m a therapist searching for a product for an older woman with intellectual disabilities. She loves food and drink, but it’s not an option to drink and eat all day. So we’re
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When Kids Think Feeding Utensils Are Food
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 13th Apr 2017
Question: I work with a child who has Down Syndrome. She is 16 months old. She presents with open mouth posture and tongue thrusting not during feeding. Mom purchased a Z-vibe and I saw your art
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Feeding Problems - When It's Psychological
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 27th Mar 2017
Question: I've read your Food Refusal article, that feeding problems are usually related to oral motor or sensory problems. But can it be psychological? I’ve searched the int
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Feeding Therapy - Moving Beyond Food Prep
Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 23rd Mar 2017
Question: I am working with a 7 year old girl in feeding therapy who is refusing to open her lips and just purses. She has been involved heavily in food preparation which she enjoys doing and s
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