OM DENNE EPISODE
Guest: Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLP
Earn 0.1 ASHA CEU for this episode with Speech Therapy PD: https://www.speechtherapypd.com/courses/early-feeding
Hosted by: Michelle Dawson MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S
Welcome to an insightful conversation between Michelle Dawson and Dr. Kelsey Thompson, a renowned pediatric feeding therapist and researcher. In this episode, they delve into critical issues in pediatric feeding therapy, discuss essential strategies for supporting infants with Down syndrome and preterm infants, and explore the importance of early intervention and advocacy in speech-language pathology.
📌 Episode Highlights:
- The impact of recent CMS updates on provisional licensure for speech-language pathologists.
- Exploring the unique needs and milestones in pediatric feeding therapy for infants with Down syndrome.
- The vital role of early intervention and parent-infant relationships in feeding development.
- Current gaps in research and the need for continued advocacy and support within pediatric feeding disorders.
⏰ Timeline:
00:00 – Introduction and recent CMS updates impacting speech-language pathologists
03:00 – Importance of advocacy in speech pathology
04:00 – Introduction to Dr. Kelsey Thompson
08:00 – Dr. Thompson’s path into pediatric speech therapy
11:00 – UNC’s Feeding Flock program overview
15:00 – Special interest in working with Down syndrome populations
19:00 – Developmental milestones and transitions in early feeding therapy
25:00 – Defining "complementary foods" and its role in pediatric feeding
30:00 – Findings from recent scoping review on Down syndrome and feeding
35:00 – Key transitions and interventions in early childhood feeding
40:00 – Clinical considerations and family support strategies
45:00 – Addressing realistic goals and collaboration among caregivers
50:00 – Importance of flexibility and adjusting therapy goals
55:00 – Critical resources for supporting infants with Down syndrome
01:00:00 – Addressing gaps in pediatrician training on feeding disorders
01:05:00 – Essential organizations and resources for caregivers and clinicians
01:10:00 – Wrapping up: Resources, future research directions, and contact information
🔗 Useful Resources Mentioned:
Feeding Matters: www.feedingmatters.org
National Foundation of Swallowing Disorders: swallowingdisorderfoundation.com
National Down Syndrome Society: www.ndss.org
📧 Contact Dr. Kelsey Thompson:
Email: kelsey_thompson@med.unc.edu
About the Guest: Kelsey Thompson, PhD, CCC-SLP, is a speech-language pathologist, research scientist, and mom of two little ones. Her research and clinical work center around supporting families through the introduction to solid foods, with the goal of preventing long-term pediatric feeding disorders and helping caregivers feel confident about feeding. Her research focuses on infants with Down syndrome and preterm infants and their families.
Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDdUnq3dwos
