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A Sensory Motor Approach to Feeding

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by Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP C/NDT, CLC, FOM & Robyn Merkel-Walsh, MA, CCC-SLP, COM® • A practical, illustrated guide that is now a primary reference in the field of Feeding Therapy. • Encompasses sensory processing and oral-motor skill development needed for safe, effective, nutritive feeding for all ages and ability levels • Learn how to identify a sensory-motor feeding disorder, complete an assessment & write a professional report

250 PAGE BOOK #2505 $ 56.00

Feeding Therapy: A Sensory Motor Approach

This 12-hour self-study program discusses the complex issues surrounding feeding disorders. The class reflects new research & understanding of sensory processing and the impact on feeding. 1.2 ASHA/AOTA CEUs

1 ONLINE ACCESS #3611-NS $ 150.00 1 ONLINE ACCESS + SUPPLIES #3611 $ 220.00

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LIVE WORKSHOP

Feeding Therapy: A Sensory Motor Approach (1.2 ASHA/AOTA CEUs)

See page 34 to learn more or visit TalkTools.com/Workshops

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Therapeutic Feeding Kit

A comprehensive kit of mealtime utensils and sensory tools appropriate across all ages and for a variety of feeding issues, all in a sturdy travel case. Designed by feeding expert Lori Overland, MS, CCC-SLP, C/NDT, CLC in response to therapist and family requests. • Supports safe, effective and nutritive feeding • Products constructed of medical grade materials that are FDA compliant & contain no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex

Includes:

1 Original Honey Bear, 1 Recessed Lid Cup, 1 Infa Trainer Cup, 2 Blue & 2 Pink Cut-Out Cups, 1 Sensory Bean Bag Kit, 1 set of 2 Jaw Grading Bite Blocks, 2 Red Chewy Tubes (large), 2 Yellow Chewy Tubes (small), 2 Small & 2 Large Maroon Spoons, 2 Metal Cocktail Forks, 2 Beckman Easy Spoons (hard), 10 Syringes 1 cc without Needles, 1 Puppet, 1 TalkTools original instruction booklet

THERAPEUTIC FEEDING KIT #1413 $ 285.00

CamoCup

Perfectly suitable for anyone learning to drink independently from a cup. • Developed for infants, children & adults with sensory motor skill deficiencies • Unique design is loaded with features to make it easy for anyone to learn how how to use a cup • Large opening makes it easy to see what’s inside • Grooved lip to prevent spillage • Textured rim stimulates swallowing • Sturdy base with easy-grip grooves • Measuring lines

TEAL #2007-G $ 25.00 PURPLE #2007-P $ 25.00

Syringe 1CC (without needles)

We know that syringe feeding helps to develop tongue mobility, but did you also know that you can use these syringes to clean your straws?

SYRINGE - 25 PACK #2071-25 $ 9.00

Infa Trainer Cup

An alternative to sippy cups • Adjust the flow of liquid by twisting the lid • Lid’s design allows for stability without encouraging a suckle

INFA CUP #2003 $ 11.50

Cut-Out Cups

Flexible Cups. • Stimulate the corners of the mouth to facilitate lip closure • Allow a child to drink without head or neck extension

PINK (1 fl. oz.) - SET OF 2 BLUE (2 fl. oz.) - SET OF 2 GREEN (7 fl. oz.) - SET OF 2

#2004 $ 4.99 #2005 $ 6.99 #2006 $ 7.99

Recessed Lid Cup

Therapeutic alternative to sippy cups. • Appropriate for clients of all ages • 2 handles to help keep hands at midline and encourage self-feeding • 2 twist-off lids are included: - The recessed lid has 2 small holes which encourage cup drinking with tongue retraction and improved lip closure without extending your head and neck - The other lid has one bigger hole to allow for placement of a straw • BPA-free, phthalate-free, lead-free • Recommended cleaning solution:

Puregreen24 (see page 24)

RECESSED LID CUP - PURPLE #1504-P $11.25 RECESSED LID CUP - BLUE #1504-B $11.25 RECESSED LID CUP - TEAL #1504-T $11.25

NEW COLORS

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EZPZ Mats

These innovative plate-placemat combos are perfect for catching messes! They fit most highchair trays, and suction to table surfaces for even more stablility.

They are both dishwasher and microwave safe, and made of hypoallergenic 100% food-grade silicone - free of BPA, BPS, PVC latex and phthalate.

They won't fade, corrode or deteriorate, and resist the growth of mold, fungus and bacteria.

Did we mention they're stackable?

#1 - Mini Mat 10.5" x 7.75" Smaller version of the Happy Mat.

BLUE #2109 $ 19.99 LIME #2110 $ 19.99 CORAL #2111 $ 19.99 GRAY #2112 $ 19.99

#2 - Happy Mat 15" x 10"

The 3 sections corral different foods for little ones who don’t want their food to touch.

BLUE #2101 $ 24.99 LIME #2102 $ 24.99 CORAL #2103 $ 24.99 GRAY #2104 $ 24.99

#3 - Happy Bowl

1.5" bowl height (10 oz.), 8.75" x 10.25" Bowl version of the Happy Mat. Perfect for pasta, soup, oatmeal, cereal and more.

BLUE #2105 $ 19.99 LIME #2106 $ 19.99 CORAL #2107 $ 19.99 GRAY #2108 $ 19.99

#2052 #2053 #3141 #2055 #2056

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Maroon Spoon

Promote optimal oral movement and lip closure.

SMALL - 5 PACK #2052-5 $ 6.50 SMALL - 10 PACK #2052-10 $ 12.00 SMALL - 25 PACK #2052-25 $ 29.00 LARGE - 5 PACK #2053-5 $ 7.00 LARGE - 10 PACK #2053-10 $ 13.00 LARGE - 25 PACK #2053-25 $ 31.00

Metal Cocktail Fork

Excellent for food placement and control.

COCKTAIL FORK - 3 PACK #2054-3 $ 13.75 COCKTAIL FORK - 6 PACK #2054-6 $ 25.95 COCKTAIL FORK - 18 PACK #2054-18 $ 47.95

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Beckman Easy Spoon

Helps with the improvement of oral motor control. Developed by Debra Beckman, MS, CCC-SLP • Bowl of the spoon is shallow and narrow in size, making it perfect for small/narrow mouths. • Rigid enough to be functional in holding food, but soft enough to flex if needed • Lightweight, flexible, visually appealing, and made of latex-free material

HARD (TEAL) SPOON - 2 PACK #3141-2 $ 14.99 SOFT (YELLOW) SPOON - 2 PACK #3142-2 $ 14.99

Textured Spoons

Combine oral-sensory stimulation with feeding. • Textured bottom provides increased oral-sensory stimulation to the tongue, facilitating a smooth transition to conventional spoon feeding • Shallow bowl allows for a smaller bolus size • Extended handle allows for hand-over-hand assistance • Small spoons come in assorted colors; are for babies and young children • Large spoons come in silver; are for older children & adults

SMALL - 3 PACK SMALL - 6 PACK SMALL - 12 PACK LARGE - 3 PACK LARGE - 6 PACK LARGE - 12 PACK

#2055-3 $ 11.95 #2055-6 $ 22.50 #2055-12 $ 39.00 #2056-3 $ 13.95 #2056-6 $ 26.50 #2056-12 $ 48.00

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