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Debbie's Blog

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 … read more

What to Do When Kids Are Afraid of Cups/Straws

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 24th Mar 2014

Question:  I have a 2 and a half year old boy. He stopped eating and drinking just before he turned 2. He has an NG tube through his nose for 6 months so far. He started eating solid foods wit … read more

G-Tube Advice

Posted by Debra C. Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP on 29th Dec 2011

Question:  I am a mother to a baby who is 6.5 months old, corrected age.  He was born at 29 weeks gestational age.  Because of being on a high level of O2 support for a long period o … read more