Little Experimenteers presents: “Yuck…” - Unpacking mealtimes
Location: MotHs Hub: 6 Hayes Place, Belgrave
Date: Sunday May 3rd
Time: 10am - 12:00pm
Price: $50
Yuck…- Unpacking mealtimes is an educational parent workshop for parents of children with developmental delays or disabilities (including: Autism, ADHD, Down Syndrome, Cerebral palsy, Fragile X, and others), or any parent who would like to make mealtimes and food exploration more easeful for their family.
Facilitated by: Alicia Dos Santos - Occupational Therapist, Group Facilitator, and Key Worker. Learn more about Alicia here.
During the event we'll cover:
Where to start Strengths-based practice
Common problems: Building connection and ease into mealtimes - for everyone
Mealtime Goals & Questions: Things to consider: The child, the task, the environment.
Practical Strategies & ideas: Problem-solving common problems together Common challenges include:
Knowing where to start: Fussy eating and food refusals
Mealtime stress and challenging behaviour - crying, screaming spitting, throwing food, running away. Difficulty eating, chewing, swallowing and using cutlery
Eating too little or too much: Underlying skills - cognitive, fine motor, gross motor, communication, & sensory
and any other challenges you're experiencing and would like to ask about. :)
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The information provided during this event, including but not limited to presentations, discussions, printed materials, and digital content, is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should it be considered as, medical, therapeutic, legal, or professional advice specific to any individual’s circumstances.
Not a Substitute for Individual Assessment. The content of this event does not constitute a comprehensive occupational therapy assessment or treatment plan. If you or someone you know requires occupational therapy services, it is essential to seek a personalised consultation with a registered occupational therapist or relevant health professional. Participants should not rely solely on the information presented at this event when making decisions about health, therapy, or any aspect of personal care or wellbeing.
Any strategies identified should be discussed with your treating therapist and\or other health-care providers.
No Client-Therapist Relationship: Participation in this event does not create a client-therapist relationship between the speaker(s), organisers, or any affiliates involved in this presentation.
Professional Conduct and Scope of Practice: The presenter(s) operate within the recognised scope of practice for occupational therapists in Australia. However, it remains the responsibility of each participant to verify information and consult appropriately qualified professionals where necessary.
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misuse or misapplication of information discussed or distributed;
physical, emotional, or psychological outcomes following participation;
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