Children with feeding tubes traditionally receive their nutrients from commercial formulas. Recently, dietitians at CHOC have begun working with families who prefer to feed their children blenderized tube feedings (BTF), which are real foods that are blended into a consistency similar to formula.
In this episode of CHOC Radio, registered dietitian Katherine Bennett explains:
- The reasons families and dietitians are choosing blenderized meals over formulas
- Concerns to keep in mind when preparing blenderized tube feedings, including food safety and how to balance the nutrients that a child needs
- How CHOC supports families who are interested in trying this method for their children.
CHOC Radio theme music by Pat Jacobs.
