Burdens and Blessings of Feeding Tubes | Claire Reilly

An interprofessional conversation on supporting families through the emotional and practical realities of tube feeding.

Guest: Claire Reilly, RD, PhD Candidate

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Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, welcomes Claire Reilly, RD, PhD Candidate, to First Bite for a thoughtful conversation on the burdens and blessings of pediatric feeding tubes and the path toward tube weaning through an interprofessional lens. Claire shares insights from her latest research on caregiver burden, highlighting the stressors families often carry behind the scenes, including the daily frustrations of managing feeding equipment and routines. Walk away with practical insights, a deeper understanding of caregiver experiences, and a hopeful perspective on helping children move toward greater feeding independence.

About the Guest: Claire is a pediatric dietitian and clinical researcher with nearly two decades of clinical experience. Her work focuses on the care and management of children with feeding tubes, with a specific interest in mixed-methods research, consumer engagement, and priority setting. Currently completing her PhD, Claire has published in leading peer-reviewed journals and presented at international conferences.

Show Notes:

• Contact Claire on LinkedIn
• PFD DAISI: Pediatric Feeding Disorder Dynamic Approach to Impacts and Social Integration
• Feeding Matters: Power of Two Program
• Love money: Support Feeding Matters
• ASHA Advocacy: Take Action

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