A toddler tube can change a child’s life by making feeding possible. Some individuals are born with certain conditions such as muscle weakness and digestive system issues that prevent them from eating normally like their peers. Some get into accidents that temporarily impair them. Instead, they can use tubes to send food directly to the gut.
While it is a good aid, it can also lead to tube dependency if used long-term. Children may suffer from developmental delays as a result. As such, it is often advised that parents try to wean them away from the tube at the soonest possible time.
Weaning can take time and may be met with resistance. There should be a plan crafted with the help of a specialist to ensure success. Different approaches can be taken and some of them can be used at the same time. A physical and psychological component will often be necessary.
