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AIDD Core: Introduction of Complementary Foods for Children with Down Syndrome: Parent and Physician Experiences

Center:

OR-Oregon Institute on Development & Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2022

Contact Information:

Erin Cochran
[email protected]
503-418-2039

Product Description:

This article describes results from a research study interviewing parents and PCPs regarding their experiences introducing complementary foods to children with Down syndrome. Both quantitative and qualitative methods were used. Results suggest published guidelines on feeding progression for children with Down syndrome are needed, including considerations for determining when skill and interest converge to signal safe introduction of complementary foods.

Keyword(s):

Down syndrome, Feeding, Dysphagia

Product/Publication Type(s):

Peer-reviewed publications in scholarly journals Published/In Press

Target Audience:

Consumers/Families, Professionals, Policymakers, Students

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[email protected]

COVID-19 Related Data:

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