How fast should tube weaning really be? Is there a right speed? At Thrive, we hear from parents starting their journey, in the middle of weaning, or during follow up wondering about how fast to push their kid or how slow to go. Tube weaning often gets broken down into two simplified categories: Rapid weaning and the “wait and see” method. At Thrive, we are typically put into the rapid weaning category, but in this week’s episode, Jennifer and Heidi discuss how our therapists make clinical decisions while weaning.There is not one “fast” or “slow” lane, as it is extremely important to respond to the child and every child is different throughout their weaning journey. This episode reviews why it is crucial to acknowledge that children develop at different rates, learn skills at different times, and for some children weaning can happen fast, while others need to slow down. Jennifer and Heidi will review why sometimes a child may need to slow down or take a break while weaning, and while other times it is important to move faster. At Thrive, our philosophy is unique and we respond to each child individually by learning their cues and encouraging parents to do the same.
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Episode 22: All The Feelings
Episode 21: Winning the War Against Insurance
Episode 20: Getting Real About Reflux
Episode 19: Just Weight
Episode 18: Celebrations!!
Episode 17: Out of Order: When is oral motor therapy appropriate?
Episode 16: Nibbles and Bits
Episode 15: Tools of the Trade
Episode 14: Getting Unstuck
Episode 13: Structure Without Stress
Episode 12: Tricks and Treats
Episode 10: Safety First
Episode 9: Learning to Swim
Episode 8: Every Moment Matters
Episode 7: Better Together
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