What is early intervention therapy?

Early intervention therapy is specialized support provided to children with developmental delays or disabilities from birth to age 6. It includes speech therapy, occupational therapy, behavioral therapy, and other services to help children reach their full potential.

What age groups do you serve?

BOON Centre Dubai specializes in early intervention services for children aged 3-6 years, providing comprehensive therapy and support during the most critical developmental years.

What types of therapy do you offer?

We offer autism therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, ABA therapy, behavioral therapy, sensory therapy, and comprehensive developmental assessments for children in Dubai.

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Feeding Therapy for Children in Dubai: Overcoming Eating Challenges

Expert feeding therapy services for children in Dubai. BOON Centre helps children overcome feeding difficulties, sensory issues, and develop healthy eating habits.

December 23, 2024

5 min read

Dr. Maria Santos

# Feeding Therapy for Children in Dubai: Overcoming Eating Challenges Feeding difficulties affect many children in Dubai, impacting their nutrition, growth, and overall development. BOON Centre's specialized feeding therapy program addresses a wide range of eating challenges, from picky eating to severe feeding disorders. ## Common Feeding Challenges in Children Children may experience various feeding difficulties: - **Picky eating and food aversions** - **Sensory processing issues with food** - **Oral motor skill delays** - **Swallowing difficulties (dysphagia)** - **Behavioral feeding problems** ## Our Comprehensive Feeding Therapy Program ### Assessment and Evaluation Our feeding therapy begins with a thorough assessment: - **Oral motor evaluation** - **Sensory processing assessment** - **Swallowing function evaluation** - **Behavioral feeding analysis** ### Therapeutic Interventions - **Oral motor therapy** - **Sensory integration therapy** - **Behavioral feeding strategies** - **Family education and support** ## The BOON Centre Feeding Therapy Approach Our feeding therapy program is designed to: 1. **Address Root Causes**: We identify and treat the underlying issues 2. **Family-Centered Care**: Parents are actively involved in the therapy process 3. **Multidisciplinary Team**: Collaboration with nutritionists, speech therapists, and occupational therapists 4. **Evidence-Based Methods**: We use proven therapeutic techniques 5. **Cultural Sensitivity**: Understanding of Dubai's diverse cultural food preferences ## Success Stories Our feeding therapy program has helped countless children in Dubai develop healthy eating habits and overcome feeding challenges.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age can children start feeding therapy?

Feeding therapy can begin as early as infancy for children with feeding difficulties. Early intervention is most effective, but children of all ages can benefit from feeding therapy services.

How long does feeding therapy take to show results?

Results vary depending on the child's specific challenges and the intensity of therapy. Many families see improvements within 4-8 weeks, with significant progress typically occurring over 3-6 months of consistent intervention.

What Parents Say

"Feeding therapy at BOON Centre helped our son overcome severe food aversions. He now enjoys a variety of foods and has gained healthy weight. The therapists are incredibly patient and skilled."

Aisha Al-Zahra

Mother of 3-year-old

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