Infant & Child Feeding Questionnaire
The Feeding Matters Infant and Child Feeding Questionnaire is an evidence-based resource designed to help families better understand their child’s feeding development and identify potential areas of concern. The questionnaire is tailored to a child’s age, takes approximately 10–15 minutes, and provides information about typical feeding development as well as a way for families to discuss feeding concerns with their child’s physician.
The questionnaire was developed by internationally recognized feeding experts to support earlier identification of feeding challenges and appropriate referral to care. It is available for infants and children through 36 months, with age adjustments for children born prematurely.
Research Participants Needed
SLP Participants Needed
Northwestern University researchers are seeking SLPs with experience working with infants and performing videofluoroscopic swallow studies (VFSS) to participate in a research survey.
The study will explore current VFSS practices, documentation, policies, barriers, and facilitators with the goal of improving pediatric dysphagia assessment.
You may be eligible if you:
- Are an SLP practicing in the U.S.
- Work with infants
- Perform VFSS
Participation is voluntary and uncompensated. This study has been approved by Northwestern University’s IRB.
Complete the survey: https://redcap.fsm.northwestern.edu/surveys/?s=WXLMHT3REXD8RTTA
Parent/Caregiver Participants Needed
UT Health San Antonio researchers are conducting a study to better understand caregivers’ experiences with Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD), including feeding concerns, healthcare visits, referrals, diagnosis, and support.
Parents or caregivers age 18+ with a child age 60 months or younger who has a PFD diagnosis may be eligible to participate. The anonymous online survey takes about 15 minutes, and participation is voluntary.
Complete the survey: https://uthscsa.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8IWns4YT8lec4Sy
Physician Outreach Project
Feeding Matters, in collaboration with the Children’s Multidisciplinary Feeding Program at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, is working to improve the early identification of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) in primary care. The initiative provides a free, 15-minute online educational presentation focused on recognizing PFD and understanding best-practice recommendations.
Currently practicing pediatric physicians, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners are invited to participate in a national research study evaluating the educational program. Participation is completely virtual and takes approximately 35 minutes, including a brief survey and pretest, the educational videos, and a post-test.
The goal is to better understand providers’ current knowledge and practices related to PFD and determine whether this brief educational program improves PFD knowledge and recognition.
Learn More & Access the Primary Care PFD Education Study
Feeding Matters Directory
Being part of our community is great, but we would also like to refer providers to sign up in the worldwide PFD directory at https://www.feedingmatters.org/resources-support/provider-directory/. They have created a comprehensive database of feeding centers and healthcare professionals.
We also encourage all who are in our community to sign up as a Feeding Matters PFD Alliance Member (free) at https://www.feedingmatters.org/pfd-alliance/
Feeding Matters’ Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) Alliance unites the field’s advocates, professionals, family members, and community partners to ignite unprecedented change to the system of care through shared-collective decisions, insights, and ideas. The PFD Alliance’s cooperative efforts are centered on four key pillars of development: advocacy, education, research, and family support. The four pillars work collectively to achieve community driven goals while ensuring both professionals and caregiver viewpoints are represented.
Please see the Pediatric Feeding Disorder: Consensus Definition and Conceptual Framework article for more details.
Feeding & Swallowing Development: What Families Should Know
ASHA provides families with evidence-based feeding and swallowing milestones from birth through age 3, along with warning signs that may indicate Pediatric Feeding Disorder. Learn what typical feeding development can look like, when feeding concerns may warrant additional attention, and when to seek a feeding and swallowing evaluation.
Feeding Does Matter Podcast
Feeding Does Matter is a podcast focused on increasing understanding of Pediatric Feeding Disorder (PFD) and Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Hosted by Jaclyn Pederson, CEO of Feeding Matters, and Dr. Hayley Estrem, the podcast combines expert interviews, current research, personal stories, and practical guidancefor both families and healthcare professionals. Its goal is to provide useful resources while building a supportive community for children and families experiencing feeding and eating differences.
Neurodivergent Dental Toolkit
Dr. Boyd Simkins, DDS, of Castle Creek Pediatric Dentistry created the following resources to support children, families, dental providers, and feeding professionals. Dr. Simkins is a board-certified pediatric dentist with specialized training in caring for children and individuals with special healthcare needs.
The resources emphasize sensory-informed dental care, collaboration between dental and feeding teams, individualized communication and visual supports, and practical options for addressing oral-health needs in children who may experience feeding, sensory, or communication challenges.
Dentist Referral
SDF & Fluoride-Free Cavity Options
Visual & Communication Supports
In-Office Desensitization Protocol
Pre-Visit Sensory & Comfort Profile
Learn More from Dr. Simkins & Castle Creek Pediatric Dentistry
PFD & ARFID School Toolkit
This Feeding Matters Toolkit helps families advocate for children with PFD or ARFID at school. It includes a customizable Feeding and Eating Snapshot, tools for communicating feeding needs with school staff and peers, sensory and social-emotional support strategies, and information about IEPs, 504 plans, IDEA, ADA, and feeding-related school accommodations. The toolkit is designed to strengthen collaboration between families, educators, and healthcare providers so children with feeding differences can be better understood and supported throughout the school day.
Have a Resource to Share?
Do you have a helpful resource, educational tool, research opportunity, or other information that could benefit the pediatric feeding community? We’d love to hear from you! If you have something you’d like us to consider adding to our Resources page, please email us at PedFeedInfo@gmail.com