
Signs of Feeding or Swallowing Concerns
Many families tolerate minor feeding quirks as part of the toddler or preschool experience.
But certain red flags require an evaluation, including:
- Difficulty transitioning to solid foods
- Gagging or choking episodes
- Long mealtimes or mealtime battles
- Extreme picky eating
- Food refusal or fear of new foods
- Failing to gain adequate weight
- Recurring respiratory illnesses
- Excessive drooling or reflux
An assessment determines the underlying cause and appropriate interventions to help your child eat safely and sufficiently.